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

Plugged in to Public Health: CPH alumna Madison Snitker Harrelson on local public health and emergency readiness

Lauren welcomes UI College of Public Health alumna Madison Snitker Harrelson, who is currently serving as a health educator and emergency preparedness coordinator for Dodge County Public Health in Minnesota. Published July 25, 2025

School supply drive runs July 29 to Aug. 5

The College of Public Health is participating in a School Supply Drive sponsored by United Way, Salvation Army, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and the Neighborhood Centers for K-12 students in Johnson and Washington Counties. Donations can be dropped off in the College of Public Health Building from July 29 to Aug. 5.   Published July 24, 2025

UI research funding advances health, science, community resilience

University of Iowa scholars secured support for more than 2,300 projects in fiscal year 2025, pursuing research aimed at developing cancer treatments and patient care, advancing brain science and mental health, and building healthier and more resilient Iowa communities. External funding to the UI was $705.6 million in fiscal year 2025, which ended on June 30. (Iowa Now) Published July 24, 2025

Plugged in to Public Health: Talking disability advocacy, inclusive recreation, and entrepreneurship with Megan Mindy

Lauren welcomes her guest Megan Mindy, a recent public health graduate from the University of Iowa. Megan shares her journey blending her passions for disability advocacy, inclusive recreation, and entrepreneurship. Published July 18, 2025