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It was an honor and privilege to be inducted into the @deltaomega public health community Grand Valley State University chapter. Also, was honored to present my research on dropout rate at the Michigan Public Health Association Epidemiology Conference at GVSU. More importantly was seeing how epidemiological research are transformed into actionable policies that have helped to transform and improve populations health around Michigan. It was awesome time catching up with public

This week, we shared our work at HPE Connect Day, hosted by the Michigan Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education Dr. Elizabeth Evans DHA, MSW presented a lightning talk titled: “Engaging Tribal Communities in Michigan: A Community-Led Approach to Suicide and Substance Use Prevention.” This work highlights how community-led, participatory approaches, like PC CARES, support meaningful translation of research into practice. Rather than simply delivering informat

On March 27, 2026, Dr. Bowen presented findings from her doctoral dissertation at the Michigan Academy of Science, Arts and Letters—a distinguished forum that brings together scholars across disciplines to share research that advances knowledge, practice, and societal impact. Participation in MASAL represents a significant scholarly achievement. The Academy provides a rigorous, peer-informed environment where research is not only disseminated but also critically engaged, posi

The Chicago Health Executives Forum honored Prof. Maggie Ozan (Rafferty) with the prestigious Healthcare Leadership Award for advancing the field of healthcare leadership through sustained impact, innovation, and commitment to the community. As our Undergraduate Program Director, Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health, Loyola University Chicago, Dr. Ozan-Rafferty leads with intention, care, and a deep commitment to student success. She brings the perspectiv

After the heartbreaking loss of a loved one to pregnancy complications, John Duah turned personal tragedy into purpose. Now an assistant professor in Health Services Administration at Auburn, he has dedicated his life to transforming maternal and child health so others don’t have to experience the same loss. With four degrees and deep roots in both Africa and Alabama, he brings unmatched global insight into the classroom.

Congratulations to Dr. Philip Eappen (Cohort 2017), Dr. Dimitrios Zikos (former CMU DHA faculty), and Dr. Karen Parker Davidson (Cohort 2017), DHA, MSA, M.Ed., MSN, APRN, on the publication of their co-edited book, Remote Monitoring and Wearable Devices in Healthcare, with Springer! 📚🎉 An outstanding contribution to advancing healthcare innovation and practice—well done!

Dr. Cheryl Nelson Theuninck (2014) contributed two chapters on Slovakia and the Czech Republic to Johnson & Stoskopf's Comparative Health Systems: Global Perspectives.

Not all problems with access to care are created equal. The issues encountered by rural communities are often different from those in...

It is with great excitement that we recognize your selection as one of South Dakota’s Top 50 Women Leaders for 2025, an honor presented by Women We Admire.

Dr. Dotun-Olujinmi, DHA, PGCIH, MSA, BSC of cohort 2017, has joined the International Journal of Care and Management Sciences (IJCOMS).

Dr. Carrie Shaver, DHA, IHC, FACHE, Cohort 2020 Appointed to the NRHA's Policy Congress and IJOMS as an Associate Editor

We are thrilled to celebrate the incredible recognition of one of our esteemed alums, Dr. Celia Thomas, DHA ACHE.

Joseph Brown, Cohort 2013!