The University of Iowa College of Public Health

07/28/2026

📚 School is almost back. Your unread emails can wait.

Use these final summer weeks to catch up on Plugged In to Public Health, the award-winning student-run podcast from the University of Iowa College of Public Health.

Recent episodes dive into:
✅ Aging in rural America
✅ Period poverty
✅ Youth concussions
✅ What grad school is really like

🎧 Bonus brag: Plugged In to Public Health was named the Top Public Health School Podcast of 2026 by MillionPodcasts!

So grab your headphones, soak up the last bit of summer, and hit play.

🔗 Listen at https://tinyurl.com/mt2bz5c7

07/15/2026

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These new modes of conveyance require thoughtful planning by caregivers, and we have ideas, write three Iowa hospital experts.

07/14/2026

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07/09/2026

📚✈️ Sercie Gee Goes Global! 🌍💛

University of Iowa public health student Sercie Gee is heading to Costa Rica this summer through the Maternal Health Abroad program—and thanks to the Leona Zaharis Scholarship from UI International Programs, she can focus on making the most of this life-changing experience.

💬 “Studying abroad gives me the chance to see healthcare and public health in action outside the U.S. while stepping outside my comfort zone and gaining a global perspective. It is an experience I know will help me grow both personally and professionally,” she said.

For Sercie, receiving the Leona Zaharis Scholarship has made a meaningful difference.

💬 “It allows me to focus on learning, exploring, and making the most of my experience abroad rather than worrying as much about the financial burden. I'm incredibly grateful for the support and for the chance to create memories and experiences that will stay with me long after this program.”

The Leona Zaharis Scholarship supports first-generation students pursuing study abroad opportunities. Established by alumna Cathy Zaharis (BBA ’82) in honor of her mother, Leona, the scholarship celebrates a lifelong curiosity about the world and helps students gain transformative international experiences.



University of Iowa International Programs

07/08/2026

🎓 Hot take: Public Health might be one of the most underrated majors on campus.

If you've ever wondered: 🤔 Why do some communities have better health outcomes than others? 📊 How can data help save lives? 🌎 How do we prevent health problems before they start?..you might be thinking like a public health professional already.

A Public Health degree can lead to careers in: ✅ Community Health ✅ Health Policy ✅ Environmental Health ✅ Research ✅ Data & Analytics

And it can be a launchpad to fields like: 🔬 Epidemiology 🏥 Hospital Administration 📈 Biostatistics ⚕️ Medicine 💊 Pharmacy ⚖️ Law

Basically, if you want a career where you can help people on a larger scale—not just one person at a time—Public Health has a seat at the table.

Whether you're choosing a major, rethinking your major, or just trying to figure out what you want to do with your life (aren't we all? 😅), this one's worth a watch.

🌍 Big impact. Lots of options. Surprisingly cool major.

🎥 Check out the video and see where Public Health could take you.

07/07/2026

What do you do after earning an MPH? 🤔 If you're Olivia Caldera, you dive into research, help make a difference in rural communities, and start working on a PhD. 💪🎓

As a research assistant with our Prevention Research Center for Rural Health (PRC-RH), Olivia is helping young adults access to***co cessation support—and building an inspiring career along the way.

Read her story at
https://prc.public-health.uiowa.edu/news/2026/06/student-spotlight-olivia-caldera

06/09/2026

UI College of Public Health alumna Anne Abbott is leading the way in upstream prevention—working with communities to tackle teen mental health challenges before they become crises.

An assistant professor in the School of Public and Population Health at Boise State University, Anne's work shows the power of:
✅ Strong communication
✅ Evidence-based solutions
✅ Real-world collaboration

💡 Her message to students? Don’t just study public health—get involved and be part of the change.

🔗 Read the full Q&A with Anne at:
https://iprc.public-health.uiowa.edu/2026/05/29/preventing-harm-before-it-occurs-q-a-with-alumna-anne-abbott/



University of Iowa Injury Prevention Research Center

05/20/2026

The tassels have turned, the smiles are shining, and the celebration is in full swing! 🎉

Spring commencement at the University of Iowa College of Public Health = pure joy, big energy, and unforgettable moments. From proud grads to cheering families, this is what hard work looks like when it pays off. 💛🖤

Next stop: changing the world. 🌎✨

05/17/2026

Caps off, hearts full 🎓💛

From proud walks across the stage to big hugs and bigger dreams—last night we celebrated the next generation of public health changemakers. Here’s to the late nights, loud cheers, and all the good you’re about to do in the world. Go Hawks! 🖤💛