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Life at School of Public Health

The University of Memphis School of Public Health (SPH) is committed to achieving excellence in public health education and research while making a real difference in our community and providing many opportunities for our students to learn and grow.

 

Student Life at School of Public Health

At the University of Memphis School of Public Health, we host a variety of events designed to connect, inspire, and engage our community. From guest lectures, professional development workshops, community outreach programs, and research seminars, our events create opportunities for students, faculty, and professionals to learn and collaborate. Students also enjoy a vibrant campus life at the University of Memphis School of Public Health. The school frequently organizes events like picnics, socials and potlucks, among others, that bring our diverse community of students and staff together.

Back to school social - 2024

Back to school social - 2024

Back to school social - 2024

Friendsgiving potluck - 2024

Friendsgiving potluck - 2024

Friendsgiving potluck - 2024

Friendsgiving potluck - 2024

Homecoming bridge walk - 2024

Public health student association at campus fair - 2024

Professional development workshop - 2024

SPH group at commencement ceremony - 2024

SPH movie night the contagion - 2024

Chatting and eating at SPH picnic at Shelby Farms - 2024

Group Photo at SPH picnic at the Shelby Farms - 2024

SPH Spring Social - 2024

SPH staff and student spring social - 2024

SPH student and staff at the TPHA annual meeting - 2024

Students at a 5K supporting West Cancer Foundation - 2024

Students at APHA annual meeting with Dr. Michelle Taylor - 2024

Undergraduate mix and mingle - 2024


 

Monthly PhD Student Colloquiums, 2024

The School of Public Health hosts monthly colloquiums during the fall and spring semesters for doctoral students to share their research projects in a low-stress environment and receive feedback from both their peers and mentors within the SPH.

Pamela Graham presenting - November 2024 Session

Shongkour Roy presenting - November 2024 Session

Shengqiang Chen presenting - November 2024 Session

Group photo - October 2024 Session

Andrea Stubbs presenting - October 2024 Session

Kelly Pimenta presenting - October 2024 Session

Mohammad Nahian Abrar presenting - October 2024 Session

Group Photo - April 2024 (Inaugural Session)

Namuun Batbaatar presenting - April 2024 (Inaugural Session)

Chengzhou Wu presenting - April 2024 (Inaugural Session)

Kiran Kamble presenting - April 2024 (Inaugural Session)


 

Faculty, Staff, and Student Awards

At the end of every spring semester, The School of Public Health hosts an award ceremony to recognize the great achievements of our faculty, staff, and students for their work at the school, in the community settings of Memphis, and beyond.

Student Merit Award: Commitment: James Adefisoye - Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Environmental Health - May 3, 2024

Staff Leadership Award: Stella Dockery - May 3, 2024

Student Merit Award: Community Service: Aniya Bonds - May 3, 2024

Student Merit Award: Commitment: Clarion Harris – Social and Behavioral Sciences - May 3, 2024

Faculty Research Award: Dr. Chunrong Jia – Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Environmental Health - May 3, 2024

Dr. Marian Levy and Student Award Recipients - May 3, 2024

Faculty Teaching Award: Dr. Xichen Mou - Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Environmental Health - May 3, 2024

Student Merit Award: Community Service – Saloni Patel - Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Environmental Health - May 3, 2024

Faculty Community Engagement and Commitment Award: Dr. Latrice Pichon – Social and Behavioral Sciences - May 3, 2024

Student Merit Award: Research: Allison Plaxco - Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Environmental Health (received on her behalf by Dr. Meredith Ray) - May 3, 2024

Student Merit Award: Community Service – Andrea Williams Stubbs – Social and Behavioral Sciences - May 3, 2024

Student Merit Award: Research: Chengzhou Wu - Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Environmental Health - May 3, 2024


 

Career and Internship Fair, November 2024

The School of Public Health also hosts a bi-annual career and internship fair (one during the fall semester and one during the spring semester) under the direction of the SPH Office of Experiential Learning and Career Services. The SPH is dedicated to supporting the successes of students enrolled in our programs and providing them with many opportunities to enhance their professional portfolios.

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024

Career and Internship Fair under the direction of Jamecia Richardson, Coordinator of Experiential Learning and Career Services for the UofM School of Public Health (SPH). - November 1, 2024


 

Dean's Grand Rounds

The School of Public Health hosts a Dean's Grand Rounds series where we invite leaders and scholars from all domains of public health to present as guest speakers throughout the academic year. These events are open to all SPH students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members. You can view previous events and speakers on our Dean's Grand Rounds webpage.