School of Public Health at the University of Nevada, Reno

09/12/2026

We’re proud to be at Pride!! Come by our booth for fun, prizes and MasterDabbler affirmations!

09/11/2026

Today, we remember those we lost, honor those who served and reflect on the importance of caring for one another in times of crisis and in the years that follow.

The strength we find in one another and the connections that carry us through difficult moments remain just as important 25 years later.

We also recognize trauma can leave lasting impacts, and healing takes time. If you are struggling, If you are struggling, know that . Mental health support and resources are available at Nevada 211 - https://zurl.co/Ksw3N.

09/09/2026

School of Public Health students, we want to hear from you!

Join Dean Muge Akpinar-Elci and Associate Dean Josh Garn tomorrow for our Dean-Student Forum, an opportunity to ask questions, share ideas and talk about academics, student life and your experience at the School.

📅 Thursday, Sept. 10
⏰ 4:30-5:45 p.m.
📍 MIKC, Wells Fargo Theater, RM 124

Bring your questions and your ideas. We look forward to the conversation!

09/08/2026

Public health + academia = real-life experience. 🤝

Last week, the District Board of Health approved the five-year renewal of the Academic Health Initiative Agreement between Northern Nevada Public Health and the University of Nevada, Reno School of Public Health. 💙

During the meeting, NNPH’s Dr. Chad Kingsley and Dean Muge Akpinar-Elci of the UNR School of Public Health shared highlights from the partnership’s first five years, including expanded student training and internships, workforce development through real-life public health classes, and training opportunities for health department staff.

We’re excited to build on this momentum and continue strengthening the connection between public health practice and academia, supporting the next generation of public health professionals and improving community health across Nevada.

Want to learn more? Watch the full presentation: https://www.youtube.com/live/Nm9e9wdM9F0?si=7djXILxEKqulSGtz

09/05/2026

The Man burns tonight. 🔥 Public health has been showing up on the playa all week. ☀️💙
Our Dusty Dillas are gifting a little something different at Burning Man: hundreds of harm reduction, menstrual health, safer s*x and sun protection kits.
From looking out for your neighbors to being prepared for whatever the playa throws your way, public health fits right in with the spirit of the Burn.
Meet the University of Nevada, Reno alumni behind Dusty Dillas and see how they’re bringing public health to Black Rock City.
🔥 Read the full story at the link in our bio.

09/05/2026

Public health, playa style. ☀️💙

Our Nevada Alumni & Friends are taking harm reduction, menstrual health, safer s*x and sun protection resources to Burning Man through their camp, Dusty Dillas.

It’s public health in action, built around preparation, participation and taking care of your community.

University of Nevada, Reno alumni bring harm reduction, menstrual health, safer s*x and sun protection resources to Burning Man.

09/02/2026

Tomorrow morning, join public health leaders from across the country for a conversation about preparing for the health threats of a changing world.

Dean Muge Akpinar-Elci, M.D., MPH, will be one of the featured presenters for the APHA webinar, “One Health and Disaster Preparedness for a Changing World: Pandemics, Environmental Change and Other Emerging Health Threats.” The discussion will explore how a One Health approach can strengthen preparedness and response by considering the connections among human, animal, plant and environmental health.

The discussion will bring together perspectives on pandemics, environmental change and emergency preparedness, with a focus on how a One Health approach can help individuals, organizations and governments better understand, prepare for and respond to evolving risks.

📅 Thursday, Sept. 3
⏰ 9-10 a.m. PT
💻 Zoom webinar

Register to join the conversation: APHA webinar registration at https://zurl.co/nYmaO

09/02/2026

We’re proud to celebrate Jason Frierson, a School of Public Health alumnus whose Nevada story continues to inspire.

From student-athlete and ASUN president to Nevada Assembly speaker, U.S. attorney for the District of Nevada and now vice chancellor of government relations for the Nevada System of Higher Education, Frierson’s path reflects a lifelong commitment to leadership and service.

His story is also a reminder that public health can lead to many meaningful careers, including law, policy, higher education and work that strengthens communities across Nevada.

Read more in Nevada Today.

Public Health alumnus Jason Frierson reflects on the Nevada mentors, experiences and public health foundation that shaped his career in law, policy and higher education.

09/01/2026

We’re excited to share what’s ahead for physical therapy education in Northern Nevada!

Our new Doctor of Physical Therapy program will welcome its inaugural class in 2027, and the future John Iliescu, M.D. Physical Therapy Building will give students a dedicated place to learn, collaborate and prepare to serve communities across Nevada.

We’re grateful to the Iliescu family and to everyone helping bring this vision to life.

Applications are now open for the inaugural class.

The School of Public Health at the University of Nevada introduces new Doctor of Physical Therapy program and honors the Iliescu family’s gift

09/01/2026

Public health starts with strong partnerships. 💙

For the past five years, our partnership with Northern Nevada Public Health has helped bring the classroom and the community closer together, giving our students opportunities to learn from public health professionals while creating new ways for our faculty and community partners to work side by side.

We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished together and excited to keep building on this work for a healthier Northern Nevada.