Congratulations to our students who participated in USF Health Research Day today! Your dedication to advancing public health research and sharing your work with the community is inspiring. 👏
How do you rebuild a health system during conflict?
Tomorrow, global public health physician Dr. Ibrahim A. Bani joins the COPH to discuss humanitarian response and protecting health workers in crisis settings.
How do we keep health care workers safe on the job?
MPH student Angelica Rios is studying infection prevention training gaps for first responders and health care workers.
Read more: www.usf.edu/health/publi...
BSHS student Gabriella Niedbala has been named a 2025 Better Living for Seniors Hillsborough Scholarship recipient. The honor recognizes her dedication to improving the lives of older adults as she prepares for a career in nursing and senior care.
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Janelle Hanson has been selected as the university’s Staff Member of the Year after first earning a USF Outstanding Staff Award. The honor recognizes her exceptional service, leadership and commitment to supporting students and colleagues across the college.
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The Monday Letter is out now! From announcements and achievements to events and opportunities, see what’s happening across the college.
Read here: conta.cc/4cGKQvt
Thinking about your next move?
We’ve got a full lineup of recruitment events next week to help you explore our graduate programs, connect with our team and see what makes the USF College of Public Health different.
🔗 View the full schedule and details: www.usf.edu/health/publi...
🎙️ New episode! The COPH Activist Lab welcomed The Right Honourable Henry McLeish, former Prime Minister of Scotland, and Dean Sten Vermund to discuss Alzheimer’s in the U.S. & Scotland, national brain health initiatives, and how advocates can drive change.
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Dr. Dina Martinez-Tyson led a group of students on a service-learning trip to the Dominican Republic, where participants volunteered in local clinics, supported community health education efforts and engaged in cultural immersion experiences.
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Need a little mid-semester pick-me-up? 🐾💘
Join us for a Valentine’s Day Dog Therapy stress break! Stop by for some canine comfort, wagging tails and plenty of puppy cuddles. They'll also have crafts and will be joined by the COPH's Activist Lab for even more fun.
Public health has our heart 💚
Our COPH community came together to share what the college means to them — and we’re passing the love along. Comment what you love about public health!
Dr. Russell Kirby published a paper proposing the integration of newborn screening laboratory data with traditional birth defects registries to enhance surveillance and support public health decision-making.
Read more: www.usf.edu/health/publi...
Public health students be like: “Did I learn something new today? Absolutely. Did I touch grass? Also yes.”
Did you meet your sweetheart at USF and/or the COPH?! Message us or let us know in the comments for a chance to be featured on our social channels! Deadline to submit is this Friday, Feb. 13 💕
The latest COPH Monday Letter is out now.
Catch up on college news, upcoming events and highlights from our community all in one place.
Link: conta.cc/4qu7N8l
Planning your game-day spread? Add food safety to the lineup. COPH’s Dr. Jill Roberts suggests keeping hot foods, dips and other prepared items out no longer than two hours — fridge refreshes make a big difference! 🏈
Know someone who’s making a difference in public health across Florida? The COPH is accepting nominations for the Outstanding Person in Public Health Award — and the deadline is almost here.
Submit your nomination by Feb. 10 👉 health.usf.edu/publichealth/overviewcoph/outstanding-person
February is full of opportunities to connect, learn and engage at the College of Public Health.
Check out our February Events Newsletter to see what’s coming up and how you can get involved: conta.cc/4bvwayV
Groundhog spotted outside the COPH today.
His prediction? “Bring a jacket… you’ll thank me later.”
Gasparilla is almost here 🏴☠️
Large events bring people together — and that means safety, prevention and planning matter.
✅ Hydrate and fuel your body
✅ Look out for friends and step in when needed
✅ Use safe transportation options
✅Keep emergency contacts accessible
Public health and health science students welcomed fifth graders from Mort Elementary School to USF’s Tampa campus, introducing them to what public health looks like in action. Through hands-on examples and conversations, COPH students helped inspire the next generation of public health leaders.
USF students reach for the stars, literally! Innovative student teams at the University of South Florida competed for the opportunity to launch their experiments aboard the International Space Station this spring.
🔗 Read the full story: www.usf.edu/arts-science...
Join our free virtual yoga class—open to all students, faculty, staff and alumni. This all-levels, guided flow will focus on gentle movement, mindful breathing and reflection to help you reset and set intentions for the year ahead.
eventful.usf.edu/alumni/group...
Join us tomorrow for a special talk with Henry McLeish, former First Minister of Scotland.
McLeish will share insights on leadership, public policy and his work advancing brain health and dementia research.
🔗 Full details on the COPH events calendar here: www.usf.edu/health/publi...
Dr. Aihinoria Olisa’s journey from medical officer in Nigeria to COPH graduate shows how public health training helps practitioners meet people where they are — improving access, equity and outcomes for underserved communities around the world.
🔗 Read the full story: www.usf.edu/health/publi...
We’re excited to partner for the Public Health Alumni Society Stampede of Service — a community service event designed to make a positive impact right here in Tampa.
RSVP here: eventful.usf.edu/alumni-sos/p...
📬 The first Monday Letter of the year is here!
Kick off the new year with the latest College of Public Health news, events and highlights.
Read it now: conta.cc/49MZwGu
In 1 week: Friday, 1/23/26 at 10:00 AM ET!
Join Dr. Benjamin Jacob (USF College of Public Health) for “Real-Time Geo-AI Mosquito Control: A Case Study from Angola,” part of the #GVN Forefront of Virology Webinar Series.
📢 Free & open to the public.
Register:
https://ow.ly/JNUK50XTBMl
Dr. Gillian Stresman from USF College of Public Health published a new report in The Lancet Global Health on strengthening malaria surveillance systems — a key step toward protecting vulnerable communities and stopping transmission.
🔗 Read more: www.usf.edu/health/publi...
Halfway through the first week of classes and already in need of a breather? 😅
Check out our atrium for some fresh air, a quick reset, and a space designed for rest and reflection—supporting mental health and student success.
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