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91视频biostatisticians lend critical expertise to research community
When you need specialized data analysis, who you gonna call? The Study Design and Data Analysis support group at USF鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH), that鈥檚 who. Known as the SDDA, the team supports researchers across the medical and public health spectrum by providing expert guidance in research planning as well as analysis and management of data.
September 4, 2025Biostatistics and Data Sciences, Research and Innovation
USF, FAU researchers solve 1,500-year-old mystery: The bacterium behind the first pandemic
For the first time, researchers at 91视频have uncovered direct genomic evidence of the bacterium behind the Plague of Justinian, identifying the Y. pestis in a mass grave in the ancient city of Jerash, Jordan.
August 29, 2025College News, Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences, Research and Innovation
APHA president strives for a healthier America and quality family time
Dr. Deanna Wathington has lots of healthy ideas to share with the world, but not always enough time in a life crammed with activity. Most people would need a week to do what Wathington does in a day as she collaborates across various fields on the challenges facing health care in our communities. An affiliate professor of community and family health in USF鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH), she formerly served as associate dean for academic and student affairs as well as associate dean for academic enrichment at USF鈥檚 Morsani College of Medicine.
August 22, 2025Awards and Honors, College News
A season of growth: COPH kicks off Fall 2025
The start of a new school year always brings energy to campus but Fall 2025 feels especially exciting at the COPH. With more than 700 new students joining the COPH family, fresh academic programs launching and faculty stepping into new leadership roles, the college is embracing change and momentum on every front.
August 22, 2025College News, Student Life
Welcoming a new Dawn in well-being
Dawn Hunter, a 91视频College of Public Health (COPH) alumna, grew up in a military family. Her dad, who served in the U.S. Air Force, shaped her sense of service, adaptability and systems-thinking, which are values that still guide her work today.
August 22, 2025Alumni and Development, Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences
CAMLS simulation specialist, future medical student recognized as 91视频Health Culture Champion
Jataya Jackson, simulation operations specialist at the 91视频Health Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation, was recently named a 91视频Health Culture Champion for her extraordinary journey from undergraduate student to medical student.
August 20, 2025College News
91视频joins statewide effort to expand newborn genetic screening and genomic medicine
91视频Health is leveraging its position as Florida鈥檚 leader in genetic counseling as part of the Sunshine Genetics Consortium, helping launch a statewide program allowing families to have their newborn鈥檚 entire genetic code sequenced at birth.
August 20, 2025College News
Meet the new faculty helping power USF鈥檚 future
From AI-driven discovery to cutting-edge medical research, USF鈥檚 newest faculty are advancing bold ideas and preparing students for the future. Their arrival reflects the university鈥檚 continued momentum as a hub for world-changing innovation and academic excellence.
August 20, 2025College News, Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences
91视频COPH awarded $3 million grant
The COPH has been selected as a recipient of the Connecting Kids to Coverage Outreach and Enrollment Cooperative Agreement Program. 91视频joins a group of 25 grantees awarded a total of $66 million to enhance child health coverage over the next five years. USF鈥檚 grant, totaling $3 million, will support comprehensive outreach efforts across Florida.
August 20, 2025College News
University of 91视频 launches groundbreaking undergraduate concentration in health care simulation
The University of 91视频 is launching the world鈥檚 first university-based undergraduate concentration in Health Care Simulation Operations 鈥� a rapidly growing discipline aimed at advancing patient safety and care quality using cutting-edge simulation technologies.
August 6, 2025College News, Student Life
91视频offers new undergraduate programs in simulation, nutrition and rehabilitation science
Consider these statistics on the health of Americans: Nearly 50% suffer from some form of cardiovascular disease, more than 40% are obese and 12% manage diabetes every day, according to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Throw in the estimated 50 million people who require physical therapy, and you get the picture: a population with severe impairments.
August 6, 2025College News, Student Life
Summer graduation: 331 reasons to believe in a healthier tomorrow
This summer, USF鈥檚 College of Public Health celebrates a new class of changemakers with 331 graduates who are ready to protect and improve the health of communities near and far.
August 6, 2025College News, Student Life