Northeastern University MPH Program

Don't miss this upcoming discussion on the impact of social determinants of health in North Carolina. https://ter.li/vq01qq Whether you’re a student, healthcare professional or community advocate, our panel of experts will provide valuable insights into how we can collectively address the social factors that affect public health. This event by Northeastern University, Bouvé College of Health Sciences and the Department of Public Health and Health Sciences at Northeastern University will examine: -What role can community leaders, healthcare professionals, and educators play in improving health equity? -Why is it important to understand the intersection of social factors and public health? -How are universities, government health departments, and community organizations collaborating to address public health disparities? Meet our experts: Ronny Bell, PhD, MS is the Fred Eshelman Professor and Chair of the Division of Pharmaceutical Outcomes and Policy at the Eshelman School of Pharmacy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC). Dr. Bell is also Associate Director of Cancer Care Access and Excellence for the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center. Dr. Bell received his undergraduate degree in Public Health Nutrition from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Public Health (1985) and his Master’s (1988) and Doctorate (1993) in Foods and Nutrition from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Dr. Bell completed a post-doctoral fellowship in Gerontology and completed a Master’s in Epidemiology (1996) from the Wake Forest School of Medicine. Stacie Turpin Saunders, MPH serves as the Deputy Director for NC DHHS Division of Public Health and Section Chief for the Local and Community Support Section. She joined NC DHHS DPH in January 2023. Prior to her service with NC DPH, Stacie served in NC Local Public Health since 2007 including as a local health, first in Alamance County and then in Buncombe County. She has been a member of various state, regional and local boards, advisory councils and workgroups including as a Steering Committee member of the NCIOM Future of Local Public Health Task Force. Shan Mohammed MD, MPH is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Public Health and Health Sciences and is the Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Educational and Student Initiatives at the Bouvé College of Health Sciences at Northeastern University. He currently serves as the chair of the Education Advisory Committee with the Association of Schools and Programs in Public Health (ASPPH). Dr. Mohammed served as the national co-chair of the Expert Panel on Transformative Education Models and Pedagogy with the ASPPH Framing the Future: Education of Public Health 2030 initiative. He is a lead accreditation site-visitor with the Council on Education for Public Health and consults with public health programs seeking accreditation and re-accreditation. #nuCLT #PublicHealth

Join us on February 10th for a discussion with public health experts and community leaders on the impacts of social determinants of health in North Carolina. Panelists include Ronny Bell, PhD, MS, Fred Eshelman Professor and Chair of the Division of Pharmaceutical Outcomes and Policy at the Eshelman School of Pharmacy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) and Associate Director of Cancer Care Access and Excellence for the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, Stacie Turpin Saunders, Deputy Director for NC DHHS Division of Public Health and Section Chief for the Local and Community Support Section, and Shan Mohammed MD, MPH, Clinical Professor in the Department of Public Health and Health Sciences at Northeastern University and Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Educational and Student Initiatives at Northeastern University, Bouvé College of Health Sciences. The conversation will address the unique obstacles faced by individuals in rural areas, Indigenous populations, and urban settings, examining how these factors intersect to shape health disparities and outcomes. Whether you’re a student, healthcare professional, or community advocate, this discussion will provide valuable insights into how we can collectively address the social factors that affect public health. https://lnkd.in/eXVJKCF9

Congratulations to the Department of Public Health and Health Sciences at Northeastern University's Matthew Miller who was elected to the National Academy of Medicine in recognition of his "foundational epidemiological research on firearm access and suicide" that "enhanced our understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of suicide prevention via lethal means restrictions." https://lnkd.in/djJbXCeG

The Department of Public Health and Health Sciences at Northeastern University was honored to take part in the 2024 Heart of Charlotte Awards at Northeastern University Charlotte in October, honoring the individuals and community organizations who are making an impact on the health and wellbeing of the Charlotte community. This year’s award winners embody the spirit of service, addressing critical issues including health equity, education and social justice. Congratulations to Gwendolyn Devins, MPH, CCHW, the recipient of the Public Health Leader of the Year Award! Thank you for a wonderful evening,?Northeastern University Charlotte! ??: Grant Baldwin/Northeastern University

We recently celebrated a milestone with the inaugural residency for the Northeastern University MPH Program program! This intensive residency brought together students from across the country, fostering connections and providing hands-on learning experiences. The program focused on crucial public health topics, including health equity, social determinants of health, and community engagement. Highlights of the residency included: ? Interactive sessions on public health leadership and communication ? A panel discussion with local public health experts ? Networking opportunities for students and faculty ? Exploration of Charlotte's public health landscape Thank you to Dionne Greenlee-Jones Keri Revens, PhD Kimberly Scott Jamese Ivy Wike Graham, MPS, EFO, CFO, CEM #NorthCarolinaDivisionOfPublicHealth Camino Mecklenburg County Public Health Camino United Way of Greater Charlotte Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management Office #CharlotteFireDepartment This event marks a pivotal moment for our MPH program, demonstrating Northeastern's commitment to experiential learning and preparing the next generation of public health leaders. To learn more about this impactful residency and our MPH program, visit: https://bit.ly/4gH7J1r #PublicHealth #HigherEducation #ExperientialLearning #nuCLT

We can't believe it's already been a month since Dr. Rahul Gupta, director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy, visited Northeastern University Charlotte for a wide-ranging discussion with MPH Visiting Assistant Clinical Professor Gibbie Harris! Read about the event here: https://lnkd.in/dAbjakNh

Start your public health journey at Northeastern today. Applications for all MPH program offerings (part-time, full-time, in-person, hybrid, online, accelerated) are now open in SOPHAS. Apply here: https://sophas.aspph.org/ ? Your MPH, Your Way. ? #NUPublicHealth #NortheasternMPH #LikeAHusky

?? The FDA recently approved a new blood test for colorectal cancer, detecting 83% of cases. With colorectal cancer rates rising in under-50s, Bouvé College Professor Neil Maniar discusses what you need to know and the importance of testing. #Health #CancerDetection https://ow.ly/Px1H50SRbwB

Don't miss MPH Visiting Clinical Professor Gibbie Harris's conversation with Dr. Rahul Gupta, Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy of the Executive Office of the President, at Northeastern University Charlotte on August 22nd! Register here: https://ter.li/dt4tbv

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: Jack Dalton, MPH, CPH (BS in Health Science ‘20, MPH ‘21) spent two years at the Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine as a Program Manager, assisting in the implementation of a new pre-clerkship medical curriculum. He now works as a Program Manager with the National LGBTQ+ Health Education Center housed in the Fenway Institute, marrying his passion for health education and LGBTQ+ health equity. In his work, Jack consults with hospital systems, community health centers, and educational centers across the country on implementing equitable care and communication for sexual- and gender-diverse patients and clients. Jack teaches the MPH Capstone course as an adjunct faculty member for the MPH program and greatly enjoys learning from his students about their public health passions! #NortheasternMPH?#NUPublicHealth?#LikeAHusky