Public Health, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University

Congratulations to Dr. Wylie, MPH faculty member, on her newest publication in BMC Medical Education: Integrating indigenous methodologies into medical education in the west: a conceptual framework for the Hybrid Relational Clerkship Model (HRCM)!

Integrating indigenous methodologies into medical education in the west: a conceptual framework for the Hybrid Relational Clerkship Model (HRCM) - BMC Medical Education Despite growing attention to equity and cultural safety in medical education, Indigenous methodologies remain largely absent from the core structure of cli

Taking learning beyond the classroom and into a global setting is such a meaningful step. International practicum placements offer new perspectives, real-world experience, and personal growth.
These experiences are what make learning truly unforgettable. Wishing you all the best as you get started!

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Presenting research is a major milestone — it’s where learning, curiosity, and hard work come together. Mary’s experience reflects the confidence and expertise students build through hands-on opportunities like this.
Take a look at her reflection 👇
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Nothing makes us happier than hearing how our students experienced our MPH Program.
Celia shares what made her last two semesters so meaningful — from learning experiences to personal growth.
We love seeing these stories come to life! 👏
Check out her post here:

I’ve had an amazing 2 semesters of learning, practicing and growing my public health skills at Schulich! It has been an incredible experience to learn from working closely with an outstanding… | Celia Toews | 14 comments I’ve had an amazing 2 semesters of learning, practicing and growing my public health skills at Schulich! It has been an incredible experience to learn from working closely with an outstanding Learning Team, build my research projects, interact with cases, and dig into real-world health issues. I.....

Final Integrative Workshop complete!

Our MPH students experienced their final Integrative Workshop, led by Dr. Shannon Sibbald with support from Dr. Shane Goodwin, Steve Hun, and Gordon Thane.

Focused on the complexity of homelessness, the day brought together 12 local community experts and 3 on‑call consultants as students worked through real‑world public health challenges and the core components of an RFP.

Integrative Workshops are intense but impactful. They give students the chance to apply classroom learning, think critically, network with professionals, and truly experience the challenges of public health practice.

Faculty Spotlight: Congratulations Dr. Shehzad Ali! 🎉
We’re excited to share that Dr. Shehzad Ali, MPH Faculty, has written a thoughtful opinion piece that was published in The Globe and Mail.
In the article, In Finland, the secret to finding happiness is to not try, Dr. Ali explores what we can learn from Finland’s consistently high rankings in global happiness.
Congratulations to Dr. Ali on this well‑deserved recognition and on the purchase of his new sauna 🙂

Meet April Nwosu, a current MPH student in the Class of 2026!
Learn about April and why she chose Western's MPH program to help achieve her future goals.

Meet April Nwosu Western University, in vibrant London, Ontario, delivers an academic and student experience second to none.

MPH and the success of practicum placements:

This past summer, Master of Public Health students Qingyan Wang and Chengjia Zhu completed their practicum placements with Celiac Canada and their work is already making an impact.

Among several meaningful projects, they developed a user-focused, practical travel resource to support individuals living with celiac disease. We’re excited to share that the Gluten‑Free Travel Guide is now live on Celiac Canada’s website and available for download: https://www.celiac.ca/living-gluten-free/travel/

This is a fantastic example of how practicum experiences empower our students to create real, community‑focused public health tools.

👏 Congratulations, Qingyan and Chengjia, on this outstanding achievement!

Travel One of the most daunting parts of a celiac or gluten sensitivity diagnosis is figuring out how to travel safely eating gluten-free. It may seem overwhelming but with research and preparation, you can have a vacation experience full of culinary excitement.

Exciting News for the Future of Public Health!
Western University has officially launched a brand‑new Undergraduate Program - Bachelor of Science Honours Specialization in Public Health.
This is a huge step forward in strengthening public health education and preparing students to tackle today’s most pressing health challenges.
https://www.schulich.uwo.ca/about/news-events-community/news/2026/western-launches-new-undergraduate-program-in-public-health.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawQCpJlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETJjNElFUTRnRmVKYXZpbXRwc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHkgMyzSHtUrDKN4aA0bbFJbG-XhB0CLP1GDalJBmfCs6Sidr4XqZOPtgpSOb_aem_b1DgGKNYUtjJx83g_0gUiQ

Western launches new undergraduate program in public health - Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry - Western University The specialization brings together advanced training in biomedical science, health systems and policy.

MPH Class of 2026 Takes on Integrative Workshop #2!
Today, our MPH students are diving into their second full‑day Integrative Workshop, stepping into the role of specialists on the Communicable Diseases Team.
The star of the day?
The infamous blacklegged tick - carrier, spreader, and the centerpiece of this immersive case challenge! 🕷️
Teams are designing programs, integrating public health functions, building partnerships, and competing in a case‑based challenge for Best Case!
A huge thank‑you to Dr. Currie for designing this challenging workshop and to our alumni, TAs, and MPH faculty who are facilitating, mentoring, and guiding students throughout the day.