University of Arizona Zuckerman College of Public Health

Beat the heat this summer with these essential tips! 🌞 Did you know The College of Public Health is a leader in extreme heat preparedness?

Follow these four tips for a safe and enjoyable summer!

Check out our Southwest Center on Resilience for Climate Change and Health: https://scorch.arizona.edu?publication=20240614&utm_campaign=University+of+Arizona+Zuckerman+College+of+Public+Health&utm_content=Beat+the+heat+this+summer&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook

The heat is back in Tucson! We hope everyone is enjoying the start of summer and staying cool.

Catch up on all things MEZCOPH with our June Newsletter! Stay informed on news and events here: https://bit.ly/3Xjnww7

Join us! Free public health screening series.

The Pima County Health Department presents 'The Invisible Shield Episode 2: Follow the Data.' Uncovering obstacles public health providers face. Let's deepen our understanding and find inspiration to safeguard human health. Tomorrow! Thursday, June 13th, at 12:30pm.

Join by using this link: https://bit.ly/3yYT28I

We're excited about our partnership in Peru!

Leadership from the Zuckerman College of Public Health met with leadership from the Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas in Lima, Peru, to advance a dual degree program. Collaboration discussions focused on enhancing the academic partnership.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/3VknmC1

is here! Let's celebrate and support the health of the LGBTQ+ community, not just this month but all year long!

Our own Dr. Brian Dodge leads the UArizona's LGBTQ+ Institute.

Learn more by checking out our UA resources here: https://bit.ly/3RlGPRD

Ready to earn your MPH online? Now is the time to learn more!

Join us on Thursday, June 13th at 5:30PM for an info session via zoom.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4cbmk2h

Join our Alumni Council!

Help us support alumni and students with mentorship, internships, and networking opportunities. Contribute to our impactful events and fundraising initiatives.



Apply now using this link: bit.ly/4a1DqhF

We have exciting news! The Staff Advisory Council is back in action! They invite all staff to participate, share views and requests, and help build a stronger, more connected, and inclusive staff culture in our college.



Learn how to get involved here: https://bit.ly/3Re2BH6

We are proud to be a part of the Precision Aging Network and participate in the annual PAN meeting taking place on the University of Arizona Health Sciences campus!

Thanks to all the researchers who advance the science that helps promote brain health in older adults!

Learn more: https://precisionagingnetwork.org/

Congrats to Dr. Leslie Farland for being named a Udall Center Fellow!

This program offers UA faculty members the opportunity to do work on public policy. Farland and colleagues will study occupational health and safety for female nurses.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4c0HGPB

The AZCRH 50th Annual Arizona Rural Health Conference starts today!

Safe travels to everyone traveling to the 50th Annual Arizona Rural Health Conference! We are expecting over 300 attendees for this exciting event.

Join the MEZCOPH Alumni Council!

Applications for the Alumni Council are still open! Be part of our mission to support alumni and students through mentorship, internships, and connections. Join us to make a difference with our events and fundraising efforts.

Apply now at bit.ly/4a1DqhF

Next week is the 50th Annual Rural Health Conference!

Organized by the Arizona Center for Rural Health, the Conference brings together public health professionals and service providers from across the state. This story looks at 7 things the Center for Rural Health has accomplished to improve health for Arizona!

Read more about how we improved health: https://publichealth.arizona.edu/news/2024/7-ways-arizona-center-rural-health-has-improved-life-arizona

Congratulations to our BS graduate Jaiden Singh!

Jaiden earned both a BS in Public Health with an emphasis in Health Systems Theory and Practice, and a BA in Law with a minor in Spanish.

Read more about his college journey here: https://bit.ly/44UY0iB

Dr. Nicole Yuan’s research focuses on reducing stigma regarding mental health, building resilience, and taking holistic approach to teaching and mentoring. Thanks Nicole for all you do for our students and our communities!

Read about how she embraces public health and makes mental health a priority throughout her life: https://bit.ly/3URNunC

Congratulations to Samantha Werts-Pelter!

Samantha graduated with her PhD in Health Behavior and Health Promotion! Her focus on public health engagement helped meet many community needs.

Read more about her academic journey here: https://bit.ly/3KaFCbR

Dr. Stephanie Russo Carroll and Dr. Heidi Brown are part of the new NOAA Center for Heat Resilient Communities in collaboration with researchers at UArizona, ASU, and UCLA.

Read more about how the Center will help communities mitigate extreme heat: https://bit.ly/3WPQnYP

This we remember and honor those who bravely gave their lives in service to our country and democracy. Thank you for your sacrifice.

Attention MEZCOPH alumni – Register for the Alumni Council while there's still time!

Help us advance our mission of mentoring, offering internships, and connecting alumni and students. Engage and make a difference through our events and fundraising efforts.

Apply today! bit.ly/4a1DqhF

Congratulations to our graduate student Kerry Johnson!

Kerry graudated with an MPH in Health Behavior and Health Promotion! Her engagements within the community brought her closer to her public health pathway.

Read more about her academic journey here: https://bit.ly/4bsyUtM

Ready for your MPH degree?

Join us to explore the Zuckerman College of Public Health! Next Tuesday, enjoy an in-person tour led by our Graduate Student Ambassadors. Learn about the college and get oriented to the health sciences side of campus on your visit!

Register: https://bit.ly/3UCVNUp

Congratulations to Chanda Jones!

Chanda graduated Summa Cum Laude with a BS in Public Health and an emphasis in One Health! Her determination fueled her passion for helping keep hospital patients safe from infection.

Read about her academic journey here: https://bit.ly/3UTTjRL

New research reveals a higher prostate cancer risk for firefighters exposed to certain chemicals on the job. Dr. Jeff Burgess and the team from the Center for Firefighter Health Collaborative Research collaborated on the research funded by FEMA.

Read more here! bit.ly/3ywRSAU

Congratulations to our BS graduate Sage Liu!

Sage for graduated with two undergraduate degrees: a BS in Public Health with an emphasis in Global Health and a BSHS in Physiology and Medicine with a Minor in Public Health!

Read more about her academic journey here: https://bit.ly/3wO3LlF

Did you know not all stress is bad?

Dr. Zhao Chen, MEZCOPH's tai chi expert, explains how eustress (aka good stress) can be beneficial to our health and offers stress management tips.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3WGumvh

Lisa Woodson, a doctoral student, collaborated with global health researchers on a new project – Beyond Global Health. The platform brings together art and poetry to advocate scientific inquiry and global health equity. Read more using the link in our bio!

Read more here! bit.ly/4blGDtQ

Read more here! bit.ly/4blGDtQ

Ready to earn your MPH? Join us for an upcoming virtual info session next Thursday to learn more about the Zuckerman College of Public Health's Online MPH program!

Register here: https://bit.ly/44GM6IZ

Calling all MEZCOPH alumni, join our Alumni Council and help us grow the college!

Support our mission to assist alumni and students with mentorship, internships, and connections. Join us to make an impact through our events and fundraising.

Apply now! bit.ly/4a1DqhF

How do food systems impact health?

Join us next Tuesday for an informative and engaging webinar exploring challenges in our modern food system! This will be followed by a second webinar held on Tuesday, June 18 addressing proposed solutions. Organized by the National REACH Coalition.

Register here: https://bit.ly/44GgDa0

We are joining and celebrating National Prevention Week (part of National Mental Health Awareness Month) by spotlighting the incredible work Bridget Murphy is doing to prevent addiction and promote mental health!

Read more about Murphy's story and prevention work https://bit.ly/3Uw4O1v