Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health

Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health We are the voice of academic public health, advocating for improved health for everyone, everywhere.
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The Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health is the voice of accredited public health education, representing the CEPH-accredited member schools and programs of public health. ASPPH strengthens the nation’s public health schools and programs and improves global health by:
Fostering quality education and practice-based training for the next generation of public health workers
Promoting

public health as a career option
Monitoring trends relevant to public health education
Facilitating collaborations across schools and programs
Developing partnerships across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors
Advancing public health education that meets 21st-century demands is ASPPH’s core mission. To ensure public health workers have the necessary knowledge, skills, and attitudes, ASPPH:
Develops competencies and learning outcomes across the educational continuum
Sponsors fellowships and internships that offer “real-world” practice experiences
Promotes the Certified in Public Health (CPH) credential
Leads Framing the Future, an interdisciplinary task force that is reconsidering public health education
As an advocate for the interests of academic public health, ASPPH:
Safeguards and expands the $1.5 billion-plus pool of federal grants and contracts to public health schools and programs for education, research, and practice
Reviews existing and proposed federal laws and regulations and advances policy positions
Strategic partnerships power the ASPPH agenda, with collaborations across public health disciplines and the wider community of health professionals. ASPPH is the successor to the Association of Schools of Public Health, established in 1953. In 2013, membership was expanded to include CEPH-accredited programs of public health.

  🗳 The relationship between voting and health outcomes is multifaceted, highlighting the significant impact that civic ...
08/01/2024

🗳 The relationship between voting and health outcomes is multifaceted, highlighting the significant impact that civic engagement can have on public well-being. Voting shapes public health policies that affect critical areas such as healthcare access, reproductive rights, mental health services, climate change, gun violence, and LGBTQ rights.By voting, YOU can support leaders and initiatives that aim to eliminate systemic barriers to health and well-being, driving positive change in public health policies.

Learn more about how your vote impacts public health by visiting ASPPH's Voting is Public Health Guide:https://aspph-webassets.s3.amazonaws.com/Voting+is+Public+Health.pdf
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New   research analyzed changes in state laws about su***de prevention trainings from 2002 to 2022 to evaluate their eff...
07/30/2024

New research analyzed changes in state laws about su***de prevention trainings from 2002 to 2022 to evaluate their effectiveness in school-based youth su***de prevention efforts. More here: https://bit.ly/4aMR2h8

Don't miss your last chance to take the Governmental Public Health Job Task Survey!Survey open through July 31st: https:...
07/29/2024

Don't miss your last chance to take the Governmental Public Health Job Task Survey!

Survey open through July 31st: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GPH_JTA_Survey

If you work in governmental public health, please take 10 - 30 minutes to complete our online survey. The survey is an important national effort to gather information about the tasks people in governmental public health perform in order to create relevant tools to improve education, recruitment, and retention across the country. The survey is multiple choice and a breeze to complete!

Your experience matters, and we hope to hear from you. Please take the survey now!

Visit our dedicated page for more details: https://aspph.org/our-work/practice/center-for-public-health-workforce-development/governmental-public-health-job-task-analysis/

This effort is part of the CDC Public Health Infrastructure Grant: https://www.cdc.gov/infrastructure-phig/about/index.html

Looking for the perfect academic program in public health? The Academic Program Finder is here to help! This comprehensi...
07/25/2024

Looking for the perfect academic program in public health? The Academic Program Finder is here to help! This comprehensive tool is designed to meet your unique needs and interests, making it easy to explore a variety of programs and find the one that aligns with your goals. All school and program information will be updated in August, but you can still explore the APF now.

Start your journey today at programfinder.aspph.org.

This is Public Health

Thank you to our wonderful members who joined us at the 2024  ! The Leadership Retreat convenes ASPPH member deans and p...
07/19/2024

Thank you to our wonderful members who joined us at the 2024 ! The Leadership Retreat convenes ASPPH member deans and program directors to engage in discussions and share experiences and perspectives with colleagues to gain insights into key challenges and opportunities facing academic public health. It provides an opportunity for attendees to share promising practices, increase knowledge, explore innovative solutions, and network in a smaller setting with their peers. This year, we especially enjoyed discussing a variety of topics ranging from Framing the Future implementation to conflict resolution.

07/18/2024

Looking for a rewarding, meaningful career? Public health offers countless ways to make a lasting impact on lives both locally and globally. ASPPH is here to guide you through every step, from exploring educational options to starting your career. Come learn why ASPPH's This is Public Health® (TIPH) is here to help you succeed.

Learn more at the TIPH Student Journey page: aspph.org/student-journey

Don't forget to join us for the virtual ASPPH This is Public Health  (TIPH) Graduate School Fair tomorrow from 9:00 AM -...
07/16/2024

Don't forget to join us for the virtual ASPPH This is Public Health (TIPH) Graduate School Fair tomorrow from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET!

This is your chance to connect with public health institutions from across the nation and explore graduate education in public health, all from the comfort of your own space. Whether you're aspiring to enter the field or advance your career, this event is perfect for you.The fair is free for all students, so make sure to register and take the first step toward shaping your future in public health.

Register now: https://aspph.org/event/virtual-graduate-school-fair-july-17/

Explore graduate education in public health at the virtual ASPPH This is Public Health(TIPH) Graduate School Fair! Join us on Wednesday, July 17 from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET to connect with public health institutions from across the nation, all from the comfort of your own space. Whether you’re an aspiring public health professional or looking to advance your career, this is the perfect opportunity to learn more and start shaping your future in this vital field.

Don't miss out on this free event for all students! Register now and take the first step toward making a difference in public health.
https://aspph.org/event/virtual-graduate-school-fair-july-17/

People working in health departments all over the country are taking the Governmental Public Health Job Task Survey! The...
07/15/2024

People working in health departments all over the country are taking the Governmental Public Health Job Task Survey! The survey closes on July 31 - take it today!

The survey is a breeze. It takes between 10 - 30 minutes, and the multiple choice questions ask about the key tasks you perform in your job, as well as how important those tasks are to your work. We need your responses to help us identify the essential functions of the governmental public health workforce and support the creation of tools to improve education, recruitment, and retention across the country.

Survey link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GPH_JTA_Survey

Visit our dedicated page for more details: https://aspph.org/our-work/practice/center-for-public-health-workforce-development/governmental-public-health-job-task-analysis/

This effort is part of the CDC Public Health Infrastructure Grant: https://www.cdc.gov/infrastructure-phig/about/index.html

The Global Network for Academic Public Health (GNAPH) recently hosted a multi-webinar event to showcase the work complet...
07/12/2024

The Global Network for Academic Public Health (GNAPH) recently hosted a multi-webinar event to showcase the work completed by the second cohort of the This is Public Health (TIPH) Global Grant Program. Each session featured four grantees presenting on their work.

The recordings for all three sessions of the showcase are now available on the GNAPH site under “Events”: https://globalnetworkpublichealth.org/activities/events/

Or access each session directly at the links below:
1️⃣ Session I: https://globalnetworkpublichealth.org/activities/events/tiph-global-virtual-showcase-session-i/
2️⃣ Session II: https://globalnetworkpublichealth.org/activities/events/tiph-global-virtual-showcase-session-ii/
3️⃣ Session III: https://globalnetworkpublichealth.org/activities/events/tiph-global-virtual-showcase-session-iii/

The 2023 – 2024 period awarded grants to twelve institutions from ten countries, which produced an impressive range of timely projects seeking to enhance the visibility, capacity, and impact of public health around the world through innovative and engaging approaches.

Read the project descriptions here: https://globalnetworkpublichealth.org/activities/tiph-global-grants/tiph-global-grants-cohort-2/

Join us at the 2024 NACCHO 360 National Conference Booth  #234 (July 22-25 in Detroit, MI) to learn more about the upcom...
07/11/2024

Join us at the 2024 NACCHO 360 National Conference Booth #234 (July 22-25 in Detroit, MI) to learn more about the upcoming Disease Intervention Specialist (DIS) Certification. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, the DIS certification will provide you with the skills and knowledge to excel in Disease Intervention.

⭐ Discover the benefits of Disease Intervention Certification.
💡Gain insights from our team about the This is Disease Intervention (TiDI) Campaign.
🤝 Network with like-minded professionals.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your career! We'll see you there!

Sign up to learn more: https://forms.monday.com/forms/7edadf82aff2c4e69b8c9c04ac8653ec?r=use1

Explore graduate education in public health at the virtual ASPPH This is Public Health(TIPH) Graduate School Fair! Join ...
07/10/2024

Explore graduate education in public health at the virtual ASPPH This is Public Health(TIPH) Graduate School Fair! Join us on Wednesday, July 17 from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET to connect with public health institutions from across the nation, all from the comfort of your own space. Whether you’re an aspiring public health professional or looking to advance your career, this is the perfect opportunity to learn more and start shaping your future in this vital field.

Don't miss out on this free event for all students! Register now and take the first step toward making a difference in public health.
https://aspph.org/event/virtual-graduate-school-fair-july-17/

July is  . With the high temperatures many are experiencing right now, staying safe is key. Scroll through these tips fr...
07/09/2024

July is . With the high temperatures many are experiencing right now, staying safe is key. Scroll through these tips from ASPPH Member Harvard Chan School of Public Health’s Director of Education and Policy, Gaurab Basu, so that you can still have some fun under the sun. 


July is  . With the high temperatures many are experiencing right now, staying safe is key. Scroll through these tips fr...
07/09/2024

July is . With the high temperatures many are experiencing right now, staying safe is key. Scroll through these tips from ASPPH Member Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health's Director of Education and Policy, Gaurab Basu, so that you can still have some fun under the sun.

The CDC's HeatRisk tracking tool is another great resource you can use to learn about actions you can take to keep you and your family safe during extreme heat: https://ephtracking.cdc.gov/Applications/HeatRisk/

You can also learn more about new actions to protect workers and communities from extreme weather, as announced by President Biden (The White House): https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/07/02/fact-sheet-president-biden-announces-new-actions-to-protect-workers-and-communities-from-extreme-weather/

07/08/2024

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the 2024 ASPPH Annual Meeting this past March! Your energy and insights made it a memorable event.

Mark your calendars for the 2025 ASPPH Annual Meeting from March 19-21 at the Crystal Gateway Marriott in Arlington, VA. We look forward to convening with public health leaders, faculty, students, and community members from around the globe to discuss innovative strategies and tools that strengthen public health education, practice, and research.

We look forward to collaborating with you again next year!

https://aspph.org/events/annual-meeting/
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07/05/2024

In June, ASPPHxCDC Fellow Emma Kate Sellers shared invaluable tips on how to stay safe from mosquito bites and dengue fever. She shared effective prevention strategies, offering insights on protecting yourself and your community from this mosquito-borne illness. From understanding the risks to implementing practical safety measures, her guidance is essential for anyone in dengue-prone areas. Emma is doing amazing work in San Juan, Puerto Rico!

Check out our Fellow Story Highlight on our Instagram to watch her full takeover: https://www.instagram.com/aspphorg/

Access the Mosquito Control at Home resource: https://www.cdc.gov/mosquitoes/mosquito-control/mosquito-control-at-home.html

Every vote counts, especially when it comes to shaping policies that impact public health education and our communities....
07/04/2024

Every vote counts, especially when it comes to shaping policies that impact public health education and our communities. Voting is a powerful tool that can influence public health funding, research priorities, and the educational resources available to future health professionals.

At ASPPH, we believe in the power of informed decision-making. By casting your vote, you contribute to a system that prioritizes health equity, supports robust academic programs, and promotes policies that protect and improve community health.

Make your voice heard and support the future of public health. Engage in the democratic process and help shape a healthier world for all.

Check out our webpage to learn more: https://aspph.org/news/external-relations/voting-is-public-health/

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We are excited to introduce the ASPPH Messaging Guide, a resource intended to enhance the communication efforts of ASPPH...
07/03/2024

We are excited to introduce the ASPPH Messaging Guide, a resource intended to enhance the communication efforts of ASPPH members and public health professionals. This guide is designed to effectively convey the critical role and impact of academic public health work.

The ASPPH Messaging Guide provides clear strategies to help you articulate the value of public health, foster community engagement, and advocate for positive change.

Explore this tool and elevate your communication to drive meaningful impact in your community and beyond.https://aspph-webassets.s3.amazonaws.com/ASPPH+Messaging+Guide_Public+Health+Professionals.pdf

We had an incredible time last week at the 2024   in Boston.This event brought together representatives from ASPPH-membe...
07/02/2024

We had an incredible time last week at the 2024 in Boston.

This event brought together representatives from ASPPH-member schools and programs of public health across various domains—Academic Affairs, Data, Diversity & Inclusion, Finance & Administration, Marketing & Communications, Practice, Research, and Student Affairs. The retreat provided a valuable opportunity to share promising practices, enhance knowledge, discuss current challenges, and network with peers in an open and collaborative environment.

One of the many highlights was the Opening Plenary "Navigating Turbulent Waters: Reflecting on Current Academic Challenges and the Impact on the Student Experience" and our ASPPH Advocacy Updated presented by Tim Leshan which we will share more about in the coming weeks. Stay tuned!

Thank you to all who attended and contributed to making this retreat a success!

Last week, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued a landmark Surgeon General’s Advisory on Firearm Violence, decla...
07/01/2024

Last week, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued a landmark Surgeon General’s Advisory on Firearm Violence, declaring firearm violence in America to be a public health crisis. This advisory is the first publication from the Office of the Surgeon General dedicated to this issue, and it outlines the devastating and far-reaching consequences that firearm violence poses to the health and well-being of the country.

ASPPH supports Dr. Vivek Murthy's advisory and recognizes that gun violence is a public health crisis that continues to devastate individuals, families, and communities. ASPPH made a renewed commitment to work to end gun violence by establishing a Task Force and creating a framework to guide academic public health institutions to inform their actions related to gun violence prevention.

Learn more: https://aspph.org/our-work/initiatives/gun-violence-prevention/

Day 3 of the 2024   ✅We had a great last day with sessions ranging from topics such as Aligning Resources to Support Enr...
06/28/2024

Day 3 of the 2024 ✅

We had a great last day with sessions ranging from topics such as Aligning Resources to Support Enrollment and Education, Data Governance 101, Navigating an Ever-Changing DEI Landscape, Social Media Management and Academic Public Health, Funding Support for Graduate Students, Crisis Communications, and more.

Thank you to everyone who joined us this week!

As we continue to celebrate love and equality, we know it's also important to have the right support and resources when ...
06/28/2024

As we continue to celebrate love and equality, we know it's also important to have the right support and resources when needed. That's why we've compiled a comprehensive list of LGBTQ+ friendly resources to help you navigate health, legal issues, community support, and more!

Whether you're seeking guidance or looking to deepen your understanding, this list has something for everyone. Empower yourself and your loved ones with knowledge and support this Pride!

This is Public Health

We had a blast at day 2 of the 2024  . Today consisted of sessions covering:💫 ASPPH Advocacy Updates💫 The New Frontier o...
06/28/2024

We had a blast at day 2 of the 2024 . Today consisted of sessions covering:

💫 ASPPH Advocacy Updates

💫 The New Frontier of Data Benefits at ASPPH

💫 Fostering Communication and Collaboration Between Student Affairs and DEI Professionals

💫 Messaging and Promoting Research on Important Public Health Topics During Challenging Political Times

💫 Framing the Future: Continuing the Work Within our Academic Institutions

💫 Artificial Intelligence (AI): Preparing Students for the Workforce + Teaching & Learning

💫 Networking in the Park: A Walk and Talk Session

💫 Preparing Students to Work in Diverse Public Health Settings

💫 Research Funding Gaps (Incentives)

💫 AI-Powered Data Strategy: Optimizing Educational Processes

💫 Navigating DEI Challenges in State Governance and Empowering Marketing and Communications Experts for Impact

💫 + many more

We are looking forward to the third and final day tomorrow!

The Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH) is deeply concerned by cuts and structural changes to p...
06/27/2024

The Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH) is deeply concerned by cuts and structural changes to public health agencies proposed in the House Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education (Labor-HHS-ED) appropriations bill. The cuts to key public health programs in the FY 2025 bill are unacceptable. This reduced funding would weaken the nation’s public health system on the heels of a pandemic that continues to kill hundreds of Americans daily. The House bill demonstrates a lack of foresight in public health and the tools necessary to ensure a healthier and safer country.

Key Points of Concern:
➡️ The $1.7 billion cut to the CDC: This significant reduction undermines the CDC’s ability to protect public health, safety, and security.

➡️ Elimination of funding for the Center for Forecasting and Analytics (CFA): This hampers the government’s ability to predict and respond to emerging health threats.

➡️ Cuts to CDC programs on firearm injury prevention and climate and health research: These are critical areas that require more, not less, funding.

➡️ Structural changes at the NIH: Consolidating 27 institutes into 15 new centers could dilute focus and impede progress in critical health research.

➡️ Impeding DEIJ initiatives: Blocking policies that promote Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice undermines efforts to create an equitable public health workforce.

ASPPH calls on Congress to restore funding and support a stronger public health infrastructure. We remain committed to advocating for a robust and equitable health system that can effectively respond to future challenges.

Read our full statement: https://aspph.org/news/pressroom/aspph-opposes-public-health-cuts-in-house-fy-2025-spending-bill/

On HIV Testing Day, we are proud to share a member spotlight from Rutgers School of Public Health! Rutgers researchers h...
06/27/2024

On HIV Testing Day, we are proud to share a member spotlight from Rutgers School of Public Health! Rutgers researchers have found that for older adults living with HIV, having a robust social support network is crucial for maintaining mental health and well-being. Supportive relationships and community connections can significantly reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, even in the face of stigma and discrimination. This study underscores the importance of fostering strong social ties to improve health outcomes for older individuals with HIV.

Visit https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/testing/index.html to learn more about the importance of testing. Let's continue to fight the spread of HIV.

This is Public Health | Rutgers School of Public Health

Do you work in governmental public health? Take the Governmental Public Health Job Task Survey today and tell your colle...
06/26/2024

Do you work in governmental public health? Take the Governmental Public Health Job Task Survey today and tell your colleagues!

Survey link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GPH_JTA_Survey

The survey takes between 10 - 30 minutes and is open until July 31st. It is multiple choice and asks about the key tasks you perform in your job, as well as how important those tasks are to your work. Your confidential insights will help identify the essential functions of the governmental public health workforce and support the creation of tools to improve education, recruitment, and retention across the country. Visit our dedicated page for more details: https://aspph.org/our-work/practice/center-for-public-health-workforce-development/governmental-public-health-job-task-analysis/

Special thanks to our friends at the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services for providing this great photo and promoting the survey to their workforce! This effort is part of the CDC Public Health Infrastructure Grant: https://www.cdc.gov/infrastructure-phig/about/index.html



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We had an incredible workshop today during Day 1 of the 2024   titled "Messaging and Communicating Academic Public Healt...
06/26/2024

We had an incredible workshop today during Day 1 of the 2024 titled "Messaging and Communicating Academic Public Health and Confronting Mis- and Disinformation". The workshop brought together ASPPH member academic public health professionals to enhance their communication skills and address the challenges posed by misinformation in our field. Highlights included:

💫 “Speed Dating”: Where participants shared their motivations and experiences in academic public health, sparking memorable discussions
💫 Science Communications: Explored what it is and why it’s important in the fight against misinformation
💫 Messaging & Media Best Practices: Learned tips for crafting messages and best practices for engaging with the media
💫 Misinformation Scenarios: Tackled real-world scenarios and developed strategies to respond to misinformation effectively
💫 New ASPPH Messaging: Introduced and practiced with the new ASPPH Messaging Guide, a comprehensive resource designed to help ASPPH members and those in public health effectively communicate the impact and importance of their work. The guide provides powerful messaging tools, compelling examples, and evidence-based strategies to address public health challenges and priorities. Check out the guide here:https://aspph-webassets.s3.amazonaws.com/ASPPH+Messaging+Guide_Public+Health+Professionals.pdf

Special thanks to Elizabeth Wenk of Burness who moderated, and guest speaker Lauren Baggett from the UGA College of Public Health for their invaluable insights and guidance. Together, we are better equipped to communicate the importance of academic public health and combat misinformation.

Join us at the 2024 NAAHP National Conference Booth  #116 (June 27-29 in Cincinnati, OH) to learn more about the upcomin...
06/24/2024

Join us at the 2024 NAAHP National Conference Booth #116 (June 27-29 in Cincinnati, OH) to learn more about the upcoming Disease Intervention Specialist (DIS) Certification. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, the DIS certification will provide you with the skills and knowledge to excel in Disease Intervention.

⭐ Discover the benefits of Disease Intervention Certification.
💡Gain insights from our team about the This is Disease Intervention (TiDI) Campaign.
🤝 Network with like-minded professionals.Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your career!

See you there! Sign up to learn more: https://forms.monday.com/forms/7edadf82aff2c4e69b8c9c04ac8653ec?r=use1

A new   commentary asks schools and programs of public health to integrate comprehensive legal education into curricula ...
06/24/2024

A new commentary asks schools and programs of public health to integrate comprehensive legal education into curricula to prepare graduates for legal tasks related to public health work. More here: https://bit.ly/4e5AvYl

📣WHAT IS DISEASE INTERVENTION? 📣  promotes the role and importance of the disease intervention workforce. Disease interv...
06/21/2024

📣WHAT IS DISEASE INTERVENTION? 📣
promotes the role and importance of the disease intervention workforce. Disease intervention includes public health investigation, case management, community engagement, and outbreak response.

Follow us and visit the link below to learn more about This is Disease Intervention and the disease intervention specialist (DIS) certification launching in 2025!

https://aspph.org/our-work/practice/center-for-public-health-workforce-development/this-is-disease-intervention/

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