Plugged in to Public Health: Dr. Lucas Carr on exercise as medicine for chronic disease prevention

This episode discusses physical activity and its role in preventing chronic disease, featuring an interview with Dr. Lucas Carr, an associate professor of Health and Human Physiology at the University of Iowa and leading researcher in lifestyle interventions and health behavior change. Published August 7, 2025

Afifi part of research collective supporting rehabilitation services

Rima Afifi, professor of community and behavioral health, is a member of Limb & Life, an international collective of researchers dedicated to describing pressing challenges in rehabilitation services, especially in prosthetic and orthotic care, in Gaza. Published August 5, 2025

Explore the world at the University of Iowa Study Abroad Fair – September 16

UI Department of International Programs to host study abroad fair for students interested in opportunities to explore their studies around the globe. Published August 5, 2025

LinkedIn workshop for graduate students and postdocs

Postdocs and grad students can learn to build their digital profile and use job agents to streamline their search. Sponsored by the CPH Research Office. Published August 5, 2025

Join the PRC-RH Journal Club Summer Series – final session

The Prevention Research Center for Rural Health and the Implementation Science Center present the Journal Club Summer Series. Join us in person or via Zoom for "Exploring Implementation Science in Rural Settings." The final session is Aug. 14. Published August 4, 2025

Register for the 46th Annual Samuel Levey Healthcare Leadership Symposium

The Department of Health Management and Policy will host the 46th Annual Samuel Levey Healthcare Leadership Symposium on Thursday, Sep. 25, and Friday, Sep. 26. The event includes a lineup of speakers representing unique experiences in leadership. Registration is free, but required. Published August 4, 2025

CPH alumna Caroline Carney (99MS) named CEO of Magellan Health

Magellan Health, Inc., recently announced that UI College of Public Health alumna Caroline Carney will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer, succeeding former CEO Derrick Duke.  Published July 29, 2025

Q&A with Jenny McDonnell

Jenny McDonnell, PhD, MPH, is a tenure-track assistant professor in the Department of Health Management and Policy. She joined the program this summer. Q: How do you hope to use your research interests to inform health policy and improve patient care? A: In a perfect world, patients would have universal access to the treatment modalities […] Published July 28, 2025

Q&A with Karen Hammar

Karen Hammar, MHA, MOT, OTR/L, FACHE, is a clinical assistant professor and director of the Master of Health Administration (MHA) program in the Department of Health Management and Policy at the University of Iowa College of Public Health. She started her new role this summer. Q: What are you most looking forward it in your […] Published July 28, 2025

Q&A with Hari Sharma

Hari Sharma, PhD, is an associate professor in the Department of Health Management and Policy. He joined the program in 2018. Q: Congratulations on your promotion to associate professor! How has your journey since 2018 shaped your perspective on research and teaching? A: Stepping into a faculty role right after my PhD was both exciting […] Published July 28, 2025