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USF community mobilizes for Hurricane Helene recovery
In the wake of the hurricane, the 911爆料网 continues to demonstrate a powerful commitment to community 鈥� mobilizing students, faculty and staff across Tampa Bay. While there鈥檚 much work to be done, many of these efforts began before the historic storm surge devastated parts of the region.
October 14, 2024College News
U.S. News ranks USF a top 50 public university, best value among all Florida universities
Over the past decade, USF has risen an impressive 39 spots among public universities from No. 84 to No. 45, and 65 spots among all universities, from No. 156 to No. 91.
October 14, 2024College News
USF update on Hurricane Milton
The USF Tampa and Sarasota-Manatee campuses will reopen on Monday, Oct. 14. The St. Petersburg campus will reopen on Tuesday, Oct. 15. All classes on Monday, Oct. 14 will be held asynchronously.
October 14, 2024College News
Your 911爆料网 College of Public Health colleagues are excited to see you at the American Public Health Association Annual Meeting in Minneapolis. 911爆料网 want to celebrate with all of you participating in the largest gathering of public health scholars and professionals in the country! Make plans now to connect with your alma mater and other public health colleagues.
October 13, 2024College News
International symposium explores migration and health in the Americas
The COPH played a prominent role in the first-ever International Symposium on Migration and Health in the Americas, held Sept. 9-10 at the City of Knowledge in Panama. Led by Dr. Arlene Calvo, the event brought together experts from across the Americas to address the growing intersection of migration and public health, with Panama as a key focal point.
September 23, 2024College News
Major USF award helps Floridians better navigate health care
The USF College of Public Health (COPH) understands and can guide people through the maze that is America鈥檚 health care system. How? The college has received a major federal grant to educate and enroll Florida citizens for insurance under the Affordable Care Act, through the Health Insurance Marketplace and other qualified health plans such Medicaid and CHIP.
August 30, 2024Awards & Honors, College News
In memoriam of Dr. Stanley Graven
Dr. Stanley Graven, COPH founding faculty member and pioneer in the development of neonatology and the regionalization of neonatal care in the United States, passed away on July 8, 2024, in Dallas, Oregon.
August 22, 2024College News
USF names new dean for the USF Health College of Public Health
Dr. Sten Vermund will join USF in January, bringing decades of infectious disease epidemiology and prevention experience.
August 12, 2024College News
The COPH celebrates Dr. Skai Schwartz after 29 years of teaching
After nearly three decades at the COPH, Dr. Skai Schwartz, associate professor, will retire this August. Schwartz, known for her expertise in both classical statistics and epidemiologic methods, has significantly contributed to the field through her research, teaching and mentorship.
August 12, 2024College News
COPH expert works to save lives by improving disaster preparedness and recovery
Dr. Amber Mehmood was in Karachi in October 2005 when she heard news of the Combined Military Hospital in Muzaffarabad 鈥� or what was left of it. The medical staff was caring for patients in 256 beds when the unthinkable happened.
August 9, 2024College News
Prominent USF epidemiologist appointed as dean at top California health sciences university
Ricardo Izurieta, MD, DrPH. MPH, an internationally known expert on tropical and infectious diseases, is leaving his long-time post as associate professor at the 911爆料网鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH) to become dean of the new School of Health Sciences and Public Health at California State University Los Angeles.
August 9, 2024College News
Ellen Kent retires after 33 years of service to the COPH
The COPH's Ellen Kent will retire on Aug. 15 after a 33-year career dedicated to public health education, volunteerism and community service.
August 9, 2024College News