Plugged in to Public Health: A conversation with Dr. Vijay Golla

This week, Lauren welcomes UI College of Public Health alumnus Dr. Vijay Golla, associate professor and director of the public health campus at Texas A&M San Antonio. They discuss the gaps in protective practices for workers, the impact of pesticide exposures, and how global experiences shape local solutions. Published May 15, 2025

CPH student Razan Babikir noted for her leadership in student organizations

Razan Babikir is graduating this semester with a bachelor’s degree in public health and a double minor in Arabic and informatics. She's been active in several student organizations, including serving as president of Walk It Out, UI’s largest multicultural organization. Published May 14, 2025

Videos: Students share about their experiential learning experiences

Meet two of our students: Bhavana Sirimalle, a soon-to-be Master of Public Health graduate, and Ella Mucciolo, a student in community and behavioral health. Both recently shared some insights about their experiential learning experiences and how they were able to turn knowledge into action. Published May 14, 2025

Liven up your lunch at Science Thursdays

Tired of the same lunchtime routine? Check out Science Thursdays, a weekly event featuring science activities, food trucks, and live music. The event takes place every Thursday in the courtyard near the Medical Education Research Facility. Published May 13, 2025

Apply to be an IPHPRP Policy Fellow

The Institute for Public Health Practice, Research and Policy (IPHPRP) is now taking applications for the Policy Fellow Program. Attend an information session on June 18, and apply by Aug. 15, 2025. Published May 13, 2025

Nash discusses Iowa’s high cancer rates and the 99 Counties Project

Sarah Nash, the director of research, analytics and dissemination with the Iowa Cancer Registry and an assistant professor of epidemiology, recently commented on the 99 Counties Project, which aims to visit all 99 counties in Iowa to present local data and discuss cancer rates and risk factors. (The Gazette)  Published May 13, 2025

Virtual workshop: Career assistance for mid-to-late career professionals

The College of Public Health Career Services is pleased to offer a virtual career workshop in collaboration with Thomas Goldstein Associates (TGA) on May 28. The webinar will focus on the job market for mid-career professionals, materials best practices, and public health outlook amidst state and Federal funding uncertainties. This session is open to UI College of Public Health alumni and students. Published May 8, 2025

UI College of Public Health undergoing re-accreditation review

The College of Public Health (CPH) at the University of Iowa is undergoing a review by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) for re-accreditation. Part of this process includes the provision of a third-party comment period, which allows anyone to share relevant information about the CPH directly with CEPH. Published May 8, 2025

Plugged in to Public Health: The Iowa Cancer Registry and the ’99 Counties Project’

In this episode, Lauren welcomes Mary Charlton, director of the Iowa Cancer Registry, to the podcast to discuss the Iowa Cancer Registry's "99 Counties Project." Published May 8, 2025

Grads, stay in touch with the CPH alumni directory, social media

Congratulations, new grads! We invite you to connect with other alumni and stay in touch with the college as you begin your next adventure. Check out the CPH online alumni directory and CPH social media accounts. Published May 7, 2025