Alumni Q&A: Andrew Grimm

Check out this new Q&A with Andrew Grimm (12MPH, 12MHA) and learn how Andrew’s dual degrees from the University of Iowa College of Public Health prepared him to lead change—and why he says he has one of the coolest jobs in health care. Published October 20, 2025

PODCAST: Dan Shane talks new technology in rural health spaces

In a recent episode of 'Exploring Rural Health,' Associate Professor Dan Shane shares his thoughts on new and developing technology and their roles in delivering rural health care and human services. Published October 20, 2025

Plugged in to Public Health: Understanding vector-borne disease with Dr. Kathryn Dalton

In this episode, Lauren talks with Dr. Kathryn Dalton, a veterinarian turned researcher and assistant professor at the University of Iowa College of Public Health, about the rise of vector borne diseases. Dr. Dalton explains how environmental changes are expanding the reach of ticks and mosquitoes, what that means for both people and pets, and how the One Health approach connects human, animal, and environmental well-being. Published October 20, 2025

Askelson, Charlton comment on cancer trends and research priorities at Iowa Cancer Summit

At the recent Iowa Cancer Summit in Ankeny, Professors Natoshia Askelson and Mary Charlton discussed current efforts to understand what's driving Iowa's high cancer rates. (KCCI-TV) Published October 15, 2025

Bhramar Mukherjee named the 2025 recipient of the Richard and Barbara Hansen Leadership Award

The University of Iowa College of Public Health has selected Bhramar Mukherjee, PhD, as the 2025 recipient of the Richard and Barbara Hansen Leadership Award. She is the Senior Associate Dean of Public Health Data Science and Data Equity, Anna M.R. Lauder Professor of Biostatistics, Professor of Epidemiology (Chronic Disease), and Professor of Statistics and Data Science (Secondary) at the Yale School of Public Health. Published October 15, 2025

Need a head shot? Attend the Oct. 28 portrait session

On Oct. 28, College of Public Health upper-level undergraduate students will have a chance to have a free portrait taken at CPHB. An additional open session is available that day for any CPH faculty, staff, or student who would like a photo. Published October 14, 2025

VIDEO: Global experiential learning with Caroline Powell

Meet Caroline Powell, a second-year MS student in Agricultural Safety and Health at the University of Iowa College of Public Health, as she shares her transformative summer experience at the National Center for Farmer Health in Hamilton, Australia. Published October 14, 2025

Ebonee Johnson named an inaugural member of NAMI’s Scientific Advisory Council

Ebonee Johnson, assistant professor of community and behavioral health, has been named an inaugural member of the National Alliance on Mental Illness's (NAMI) new Scientific Advisory Council. Published October 13, 2025

Plugged in to Public Health: When public health takes the stage

In this episode, we talk with Kathleen Johnson, Director of Outreach and Education at Riverside Theatre and the director of the play, 'Eureka Day' in Iowa City. Kathleen shares how the production connects with real-world public health issues—especially vaccine hesitancy and communication across different beliefs—and why theater can sometimes say what data alone can’t. Published October 13, 2025

Connect with the college at APHA in Washington, DC

Planning to attend the APHA Annual Meeting in Washington, DC? View a list of CPH presentations, find our exhibit booth, and attend the CPH alumni and friends reception on Nov. 3. Published October 10, 2025