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Hellen Muma, a master's student in epidemiology, shares the story of her public health journey so far.
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“Many of the students who collaborate with me on research have an interest in the opioid epidemic because they personally have been affected in some way. Their compassion leads them to want to develop better policies to help people with addiction.”
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Improving quality of life and achieving health equity are not just slogans — they lie at the heart of what we do.
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Students from across all SPHHS departments tell us why they love UMass, why they chose to attend, and what their education has given them.
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SPHHS Students Bannon, Christophe, and Tran Named 21st Century Leaders
SPHHS students Sean Bannon, Naicha Christophe, and Caroline Tran will be honored as 21st Century Leaders during Commencement 2024.
SPHHS to Host Inaugural Healthcare Culinary Conference Aimed at Medical Professionals
The School of Public Health and Health Sciences will host the inaugural healthcare culinary conference as part of the 30th annual Chef Culinary Conference 2024.
SPHHS Announces 2024 Research Day Award Winners
The School of Public Health and Health Sciences held its annual Research Day on April 17, 2024, in the Campus Center Auditorium.
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The UMass Amherst School of Public Health and Health Sciences has been accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) Board of Councilors for a full seven-year term, extending to December 31, 2029.