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student spotlight
In their own words
PHHP undergraduate students share the personal experiences that inspired them to pursue careers in public health.
The gift will support Project ECHO Diabetes, a program co-led by Ashby Walker, Ph.D.
Brendan Rich, Ph.D., joins the college as chair of the Department of Clinical and Health Psychology.
A team of scientists across UF and three other universities aims to provide new insights that could lead to earlier and more accurate diagnosis and…
recent news
Study section members review applications focused on advancing preclinical development of therapeutic strategies with potential for translation to…
The initiative is aimed at improving maternal-fetal outcomes, uncontrolled hypertension and diabetes and lack of primary care.
A new study highlights hospitalization as an opportunity to begin treatment in patients with opioid addiction.
student spotlight
Learning in action
At PHHP, students have the opportunity to put classroom lessons into practice, giving them a head start on careers.
Meet some of the new members of the M.P.H. program.
The program highlights student voices to inspire the next generation of public health leaders.
In a UF Student Perspectives article, Ph.D. student Megan McCarthy argues that in rural communities the biggest barrier to healthcare can be…
Hey, current PHHP students…
We want to share the stories of PHHP students. What experiences and motivations led you here? What challenges and triumphs have you encountered along the way?
in the news
Main Street Daily News features Catherine Price’s PeCAN program.
In an Orlando Sentinel guest commentary, Ph.D. student Megan McCarthy argues that transportation is one of the most important factors in rural health…
The Gainesville Sun covers a new gift that will support a program co-led by Ashby Walker, Ph.D.
Media relations
PHhp on the road
Biostatistics Ph.D. student Zitian Wu’s paper won a Distinguished Student Paper Award.
Findings of the study have been accepted by the journal AIDS and Behavior.
Students won scholarships, poster and chapter awards, and participated in a panel on public health student experiences.
alumni news
Matthew Garner and Taylor Kuhn are recognized for their significant contributions to their respective fields of hospital administration and…
PHHP honored more than 650 undergraduate, master’s, Ph.D. and professional graduates in spring ceremonies.
Rebecca Piazza and Lindsey Prato have been appointed to Florida’s Board of Occupational Therapy by Governor Ron DeSantis.
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PHHP Alumni Reunion Tailgate 2026
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Join us in October for food, games, music and fun for the whole family prior to Florida Gators football taking on the South Carolina Gamecocks at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Registration grants you access to our discounted football ticket block, available while supplies last!
