USF College of Public Health Monday Letter, August 12

Features

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.

2024 FPHA features a new ‘hood, new leadership and new vibe

COPH faculty, staff, students and alumni from across the state came together for the 2024 Florida Public Health Association Annual Conference on July 30-31.

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.

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.

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 – or what was left of it. The medical staff was caring for patients in 256 beds when the unthinkable happened.

Research

Student-led testing of first responder vehicles at the core of infection control initiative

A groundbreaking initiative, supported by a multi-million-dollar cooperative agreement with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is engaging University of South Florida students to enhance infection control training for fire and emergency medical services personnel.

Accolades

Prominent USF epidemiologist appointed as dean at top California health sciences university

Dr. Ricardo Izurieta is leaving his long-time post as associate professor at the COPH to become dean of the new School of Health Sciences and Public Health at California State University Los Angeles.

Grads Made Good

Polk County Department of Health's HAI Team Recognized as NACCHO Infection Prevention and Control Champion

NACCHO is pleased to recognize the Polk County Department of Health’s Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAI) Team as our latest Infection Prevention and Control Champion. These teams advance infection prevention and control capacity, activities, guidelines, and engagement in their work as local health departments.

Take Note

Featured Media

Advocation - Change it Up! Learn how advocacy comes to life via a Tallahassee internship

This episode features USF College of Public Health Activist Lab student board member, Jenny Ho, who discusses her advocacy and policy internship experience in Tallahassee.

Tune in and see how we practice our passion. Then, apply to the University of South Florida and help advance the public's health!

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