MSU Master of Public Health

MSU Public Health continues to grow! The Charles Stewart Mott Department of Public Health is hiring multiple positions, including: ? Research faculty ? Research associates ? Instructors ? Health policy advocacy manager ? And more! Check out all of our current job postings here. https://lnkd.in/e-qD2qtg

Food assistance programs like SNAP play critical roles in improving access to food for households with limited resources in the U.S. But research shows that the current benefit distribution cycle can lead to unintended consequences and affect participants' mental health. Assistant Professor Vivienne Hazzard explains more in this Faculty Voice: https://lnkd.in/gkJ97iaM

Sending a massive thank you to our researchers, faculty, students, alumni, and every other public health professional for your dedication to protecting our communities. Your efforts save lives! #PublicHealthThankYouDay

Today is?#NationalRuralHealthDay. ?? Compared to residents living in urban areas, there are unique demographic, environmental, economic, and social factors that put rural residents at higher risk of illness and death. Our MPH program now offers a Rural Public Health concentration to equip students with the skills and knowledge to work as public health leaders and practitioners in rural communities, both locally and globally. https://lnkd.in/g7KTFxkj

Associate Professor Amber Pearson has been appointed Associate Chair for Recruitment and Searches for the Charles Stewart Mott Department of Public Health. In her role, Pearson's responsibilities include leading the department recruitment committee and facilitating the hiring of research faculty positions. More: https://lnkd.in/g69hgX2W

MSU Public Health faculty and staff received awards at the College of Human Medicine Dean's Recognition Reception for their dedication to the department. Robey B. Shah, - Teacher-Scholar Award Jennifer E. Johnson - Research Excellence Award Keosha Corder - Exceptional Support Staff Award Congratulations!

Listen to Assistant Professor Brittany Tayler on Slate Magazine's “Well, Now” podcast where she talks about addiction, brain chemistry, anxiety, and more. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/g8U-ePxD

Master of Public Health student Andrea Morrison uses her passion for yarn arts to focus and improve her mental health. She writes about what inspired her to earn her MPH and how she used textile arts to interpret the question: How do structural bias, social inequities, and racism undermine health to achieve health equity at organizational, community, and societal levels? ?? https://lnkd.in/gnY8TxzN

MPH student Brittany Tayler works closely with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to inform best policies around youth tobacco use. She recently testified before the Michigan Regulatory Affairs Committee to support legislation that can help reduce youth tobacco use. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gKiPPF-U

Voting is an important way to ensure your voice is heard in shaping public health policies. It can also be tough managing your own mental health during this time. Take care of yourself today.?