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Tulane University Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. Advancing public health for more than a century, in New Orleans, Louisiana, & the world.
Our faculty have a propensity for doing interesting things during the summer, so we asked some of them to share their experiences with us, Check out some of the cool stuff they've been involved with!
Our own Dr. Lina Moses recently appeared on NPR's Morning Edition to discuss the 2026 Ebola outbreak in the DRC, which has the potential to become the worst in recorded history. www.npr.org/2026/08/20/n...
Jeanette Gustat was recently quoted in a feature that appeared on 225batonrouge.com. www.225batonrouge.com/our-city/hea...
Join us for an Emergency Preparedness Presentation, Thu. 12:00-1:00pm. Students can learn about best practices to prepare for hurricanes in New Orleans. Lunch provided and first 30 attendees receive a hurricane preparedness bag. Tidewater 1210 or online. tulane.campuslabs.com/engage/event...
Congratulations to Dr. Nancy Mock, who was invited to be the keynote speaker at the International Conference on Environment and Climate Action. Mock's address, “Two Deltas, One Commons: Women’s Leadership and the Future We Build Together," highlighted the event in Chittagong. Bangladesh.
Happy first day of classes! Check out the events we have coming up this week: mailchi.mp/tulane/weekl...
Another round of photos from Orientation! Here were some photos taken at the Recognized Student Organization (RSO) Fair on Friday. More on Insta: www.instagram.com/p/DcHFS1llKj...
We've got photos from Orientation earlier today! It was so great welcoming folks to campus. Check out more on Insta: www.instagram.com/p/DcCCkCSGcv...
It was great seeing some familiar faces and meeting all the new folks visiting Tidewater on Thursday. We're excited to continue Orientation with y'all today! (More photos on Insta: www.instagram.com/p/DcBcvxNEZM... )
Our photographer Derek Bridges snagged some great shots at today's Dean's Assembly and Open House on the uptown campus. Welcome to our new and returning students and families! More on Insta: www.instagram.com/p/Db_gI1ZGcj...
Looking good! Last Wednesday the Undergraduate Public Health Studies (UPHS) faculty convened for a Welcome Back Meet & Greet Lunch. Check out that great group of people under the new UPHS lobby signage.
Alum Dr. Kaushal Shah has found a fascinating intersection between public health and dentistry. sph.tulane.edu/public-healt...
Gear up for another semester and enjoy your week! mailchi.mp/tulane/weekl...
The most recent issue of Tulanian shone a spotlight on Dr. Anita Raj and Dr. Emily Harville for their work impacting rural communities. Check out the story: sph.tulane.edu/rural-reach-...
Alumni: We're interested in your story! Fill out a brief questionnaire and let us know what you're up to. tulane.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
New Podcast Episode for The Skin You're In: As part of her discussion with Dr. Thomas LaVeist, Dr. Rebekah Gee (CEO of Nest Health) addresses systemic inequities in Louisiana's healthcare system and advocates for ongoing efforts in health equity. www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbH3...
USA Today recently reported that Chagas disease was locally transmitted in San Diego ... a first for the region. Learn about why Chagas disease should be treated seriously. sph.tulane.edu/what-chagas-...
Wildfire stories dominate the headlines nowadays. But what do YOU need to know? We broke it down for you. More at the link: sph.tulane.edu/what-do-you-...
We were pleased to host an artist talk with Felli Maynard last night to celebrate her showing in Tidewater's Diboll Gallery. Art can be an important benefit to public health!
We're hiring a new Assistant Dean, Enrollment Management. Join our team! tulane-ibqejb.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
A special maternal and child health hybrid conference, 'From Families to Communities,' starts shortly! Read about how the program came together and sign up at the link! sph.tulane.edu/professional...
How is Tulane making eating out healthier? Find out more at the link. sph.tulane.edu/listening-vo...
By summer standards, it's a busy week for events! Hope everyone has a great week. mailchi.mp/tulane/weekl...
Shouting out public health alum Stella "Lefty" Lefkofsky (BSPH '24) for charting in the Billboard 100 and receiving a recent profile in Rolling Stone! Stella Lefty's song "Boston" reached a peak (so far) of No. 6 on this week's Hot 100! www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...
Delta Omega Eta Chapter poster competition winners Melodie Nsar and Preethi Vennela Royuru's abstracts were accepted and they will be presenting in the National Delta Omega poster sessions at APHA on Monday, November 2, 2026 in Washington DC. Congratulations to both!
Shared by our friends in IHSD, while many of us were sweltering here in New Orleans, Dr. Julie Hernandez battled freezing winds for 15 hours to accomplish her childhood dream of conquering The Matterhorn near Breuil-Cervinia, Italy! Congratulations, Dr Hernandez!
Our school and the Mary Amelia Center for Women's Health Equity Research (MAC) are hosting a two-day hybrid conference with the University of Belgrade. The conference is aimed at strengthening collaboration in research, education, and public health practice. RSVP: buff.ly/sLgSfZl
Happy Monday! Check out the upcoming events. mailchi.mp/tulane/weekl...
⏰ Reminder: our Maternal and Child Health info session is this Tuesday, July 21 at 6pm CT via Zoom. Still deciding if MCH is right for you? This is your chance to hear from faculty, current students, and alumni, and get your questions answered directly. RSVP: sph.tulane.edu/sbps/mch-inf...
Hear from one of our MCH alumni on what the Maternal and Child Health Specialization meant for her career. Curious about MCH? Join our info session July 21 at 6pm CT via Zoom. #TulanePublicHealth #MCH Register here: sph.tulane.edu/sbps/mch-inf...