Hamann discusses distracted driving, Iowa’s handheld device law

On July 1, Iowa law enforcement will begin distributing warnings for the handheld use of electronic devices while driving. Experts including Cara Hamann, director of the UI Transportation Research and Injury Prevention Safety Lab, offer tips on reducing distracted driving. (Iowa Capital Dispatch) Published May 29, 2025

Learn about NIH Public Access Policy updates at July 1 presentation

The National Institutes of Health announced that their new 2024 Public Access Policy will go into effect on July 1, 2025. Learn more about the submission and compliance process on July 1 at 12:30 p.m. in C217 CPHB. Published May 28, 2025

Pentella offers food safety tips for cookouts

Professor Michael Pentella, director of the State Hygienic Laboratory and clinical professor of epidemiology, offers some food tips for safe summer gatherings and cookouts. (Iowa Magazine)  Published May 28, 2025

Free student registration for Culturally Responsive Health Care in Iowa Conference

All University of Iowa students are invited to attend the Culturally Responsive Health Care in Iowa Conference at no cost. The conference topic is "Global is Local: Focusing the Lens on Cancer" and will be held June 5 on the UI campus. Published May 27, 2025

Charlton discusses cancer in Iowa, impact of federal budget cuts

Mary Charlton, director of the Iowa Cancer Registry, recently discussed the "Cancer in Iowa: 99 Counties Project" and how federal funding cuts and layoffs have impacted statewide work to advance cancer prevention and control in Iowa. (Iowa Public Radio) Published May 16, 2025

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