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Explore public health graduate programs at the TIPH Fair in Tampa
Are you considering graduate school in public health? If so, join us in Tampa for the This Is Public Health® (TIPH) Graduate School Fair.
September 8, 2026College News
USF students shine in presentations at state-wide public health conference
Students and faculty from the COPH made a strong impression with their ideas about the future at the 2026 Florida Public Health Association Educational Conference in Orlando, which featured the theme “Committing to Excellence Through Collaborations and Continuity.”
September 8, 2026Community Health Sciences, Epidemiology, Research and Innovation, Student Life
USF students present the case for healthier diets in underserved communities
A team of students from the COPH and Judy Genshaft Honors College offered plenty to digest at an international conference on nutrition science, where topics ranged from ultra-processed foods to obesity medications.
September 8, 2026Community Health Sciences, Student Life
USF’s Dr. Heewon Gray receives mid-career award for contributions to nutrition education and behavioral science
Dr. Heewon Gray, associate professor at the COPH, received the Mid-Career Professional Achievement Award from the Nutrition Education and Behavioral Science Research Interest Section of the American Society for Nutrition, recognizing her contributions to research, teaching, mentorship and leadership in the field.
September 8, 2026Awards and Honors, Community Health Sciences
From the classroom to courtside: My journey as a USF Athletics nutrition intern
COPH student Anyiah Clemons is gaining hands-on experience in sports nutrition as an intern with USF Athletics, supporting the men’s and women’s basketball programs. From athlete fueling and recovery to performance nutrition, the experience is helping Clemons connect what she’s learned in the classroom with her goal of becoming a sports physical therapist.
September 8, 2026Student Life
Global Virus Network and USF bring Florida high school students inside the world of virology and public health
Thirty high school students from 18 communities across Florida arrived in Tampa last week for the Global Virus Network Global Guardians for Pandemic Preparedness Program, an immersive educational experience for young learners curious about viruses and careers in science.
September 8, 2026College News
USF College of Public Health Alumni News Fall 2026
The USF College of Public Health Alumni Newsletter for Fall 2026.
August 24, 2026Alumni and Development
Incoming class of 2026
This fall, the USF College of Public Health (COPH) welcomes 653 new students as part of the incoming Class of 2026. Bringing diverse backgrounds, experiences and goals, these students share a common commitment to making a difference in public health.
August 24, 2026Student Life
Orlando alumni stay connected around FPHA conference
Orlando-area alumni and friends of the USF College of Public Health had two opportunities to connect during the week of the Florida Public Health Association (FPHA) Conference.
August 24, 2026Alumni and Development
Dr. Thomas Bernard retires after nearly four decades of service to occupational health and safety
After nearly four decades of teaching, research and service at the USF College of Public Health (COPH), Dr. Thomas Bernard, professor in the Department of Health Policy and Systems Management, will retire Aug. 31.
August 24, 2026College News, Health Policy and Systems Management
Donations help USF’s Harrell Center support victims of family violence
The USF College of Public Health’s Harrell Center for the Study of Family Violence received a $75,000 matching gift challenge from Meredith Harrell, supporting its mission to strengthen the health care workforce’s response to family violence.
August 24, 2026College News, Community Health Sciences
New faces, new roles: COPH welcomes hires and celebrates transitions
The COPH welcomed several new faculty and staff members this summer while also celebrating members of the COPH community who stepped into new roles.
August 18, 2026College News, Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences