Service
A goal of the MPH program is to support collaborative efforts with community partners to work on public health projects and to serve the community through public health interventions. Faculty and students in the MPH Program recognize the value of strong relationships with community health organizations and with community-based public health professionals.
MPH students are strongly encouraged to participate in community service projects either through an organized activity with the MPH Program or on an individual basis. Contributing to a service project is an important part of the education of a public health professional in that it demonstrates commitment to public health's core value of serving those in need, and provides experience working with community-based organizations and applying public health skills and knowledge.
MPH faculty also participate in service to the public health community. Existing service projects include providing consultation and expertise to public and private community health organizations and serving in leadership positions in public health professional organizations and community organizations.