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The student becomes the practitioner: Experiential learning at a glance

August 24, 2026

At PHHP, students have the opportunity to put learning into practice, giving them a head start on careers.

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With demand for mental health services higher than ever, a Gator returns to lead

August 7, 2026

Brendan Rich, Ph.D., joins the college as chair of the Department of Clinical and Health Psychology.

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UF and Ghanaian students collaborate virtually on public health training project

July 2, 2026

The group developed tools to teach bystanders to "be the help until help arrives."

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Cool class: Should I be eating this?

May 1, 2026

A new course led by Richard Tovar equips students to critically evaluate popular diets by exploring nutrition science, social influences and community outreach.

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Foundations for interprofessional healthcare

April 30, 2026

“Making Safe Moves” gives physical therapy and dental students an opportunity to deepen their skills through valuable knowledge exchange.

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PHHP instructors recognized for teaching excellence

April 23, 2026

Laurie Gauger, Molly Jacobs and Alexandra Rodriguez received college and university honors.

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UF graduate programs climb in 2026 U.S. News rankings

April 8, 2026

Programs in the College of Public Health and Health Professions earned recognition for excellence.

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Pillar Talks preview: Laurie Gauger and Lindsey King

April 2, 2026

Faculty share a sneak peek of their pillar talk topics ahead of PHHP Days 2026.

A woman with shoulder-length blonde hair, wearing a green patterned top and a gray cardigan, gestures with her hands to a pair of students sitting at desks in front of her. A second woman, with short blonde hair, wearing a blue and white striped oxford shirt and tortoiseshell glasses, smiles and also faces the students. A projector screen and whiteboard showing illegible powerpoint slides are behind them.

Pillar Talks preview: Michael Moorhouse

February 19, 2026

Faculty share a sneak peek of their pillar talk topics ahead of PHHP Days 2026.

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Where education meets community: the Occupational Therapy Equal Access Clinic

February 9, 2026

Clients receive a range of in-person and telehealth services for people with stroke, brain injury, chronic pain, chronic illness and other conditions.