Idaho State University Department of Community and Public Health

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Idaho State University Department of Community and Public Health

Idaho State University's Master of Public Health program is the only MPH program in Idaho that is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health.

09/09/2026

SOPHAS applications for Spring and Summer 2027 enrollment is open! All applicants to ISU's Master of Public Health program must submit a SOPHAS and ISU Graduate School application. Email [email protected] with any questions.

SOPHAS: https://sophas.cas.myliaison.com
Graduate School: https://www.isu.edu/apply/graduate/

Spring 2027 applications are due by November 12th, 2027
Summer 2027 applications are due by March 17th, 2027

08/24/2026

Welcome back, Bengals! 🐯

The Department of Community and Public Health is excited to kick off another great semester. We encourage you to reach out to your advisors and say hi! They'd love to hear from you.

See you in class! 📚🎒

08/12/2026

There is still time to register for a great Fall elective! See below for details.

04/27/2026

Bowling Social Tomorrow!
As the end of the semester approaches, we want to invite you to our annual Spring DCPH Social. Join us for some time to unwind and socialize with your classmates and instructors. Bring your families and enjoy the fun!
🎳 Department of Community and Public Health Bowling Social
📍ISU Games Center in the Pond Student Union Building
📆 Tuesday, April 28, 2026
🕐 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

04/21/2026

You're invited to our annual Spring DCPH Socia! Join us for some time to unwind and socialize with your classmates and instructors. Bring your families and enjoy the fun!

🎳 Department of Community and Public Health Bowling Social
📍ISU Games Center in the Pond Student Union Building
📆 Tuesday, April 28, 2026
🕐 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

04/14/2026

Looking for a great Fall 2026 elective?

Try CPH 4499/HE 5599: Media for Health Promotion!

In this fully online class, you will produce two short videos and a podcast, understand the roll of digital media in health promotion, learn how to disseminate health promotion messages, learn about consent and Creative Commons, and critically analyze health messaging and communitcate in an AI world.

Questions? Reach out to instructor Dr. Diana Schow [email protected]

04/09/2026

Public Health Week reminder: support is out there 🤝

When you scan the QR code, you’ll find resources for:
• Mental health & crisis support
• Low-cost medical & dental care
• Food pantries & housing help
• Family services & campus resources

Everything you need right here in Pocatello. 🧡

Don’t hesitate to use the resources around you; taking that first step is part of taking care of yourself.

04/07/2026

It’s National Public Health Week, and today we’re celebrating World Health Day!

At Idaho State University’s Community and Public Health Department, we’re committed to building healthier communities right here in Idaho and beyond. From addressing rural health challenges to promoting prevention and wellness, public health starts with education and action.

Our programs, including the Rural Health Graduate Certificate, Addiction Studies Certificate, Mindfulness Certificate, and Geriatric Certificate, prepare students and professionals to make a real impact where it’s needed most.

Learn more about our programs at https://www.isu.edu/publichealth/

Whether you’re a student or a current healthcare professional, there’s a place for you to be part of the change.

Your health matters. Your community matters. Public health matters.

04/06/2026

Looking for a fabulous 3-credit Graduate elective this summer?
Check out MPH 5503 Health Topics: The Rural West!

This fully online, solution-focused course is an introduction to health in the least populated areas in the western United States including Alaska, Wyoming, Idaho, South Dakota, and Montana. Develop your own career goals for addressing rural health. Discuss topics like:
Rural Public Health Issues
Hispanic and Native American Health
Agricultural Safety and Health
Mental Health in Small Communities
Risky and Health Promoting Rural Activities

Questions? Contact the course instructor Diana Schow, PhD at [email protected]

Address

936 Martin Luther King Drive
Pocatello, ID
83209

Telephone

(208) 282-2729

Website

https://www.isu.edu/publichealth/

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