https://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/Recent posts from Public Health Newsen-usWed, 15 Jul 2026 13:06:53 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/coph-names-new-academic-and-research-leaders.aspxThe COPH is welcoming several leadership transitions this summer as faculty members take on new roles across the college and USF Health. The appointments recognize years of service to the college while supporting its continued focus on education, research, faculty development and community engagement.Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:43:06 COPH names new academic and research leadersThe COPH is welcoming several leadership transitions this summer as faculty members take on new roles across the college and USF Health. The appointments recognize years of service to the college while supporting its continued focus on education, research, faculty development and community engagement.buildinghttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/coph-names-new-academic-and-research-leaders.aspxBiostatistics and Data Sciences,College News,Community Health Sciences,Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences,Sten VermundCenter for Leadership in Public Health Practice,Ellen Daley,Jaime Corvin,Janice Zgibor,Tim Henkel,Tricia Penniecookhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/h5n1-seasonal-flu.aspxAs potentially deadly avian influenza (H5N1) continues its global spread, moving from birds into mammals and in rare cases into humans, scientists are confronting a difficult reality. If a human pandemic emerges, vaccines designed specifically to protect people against H5N1 may not be ready in time.External ArticleFri, 01 May 2026 10:32:05 Could a seasonal flu shot help protect against bird flu? International study points to a surprising possibilityAs potentially deadly avian influenza (H5N1) continues its global spread, moving from birds into mammals and in rare cases into humans, scientists are confronting a difficult reality. If a human pandemic emerges, vaccines designed specifically to protect people against H5N1 may not be ready in time.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/h5n1-seasonal-flu.aspxGlobal - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences,Research and Innovation,Sten VermundGlobal Virus Network,National Taiwan University,Sten Vermundhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-college-of-public-health-ranked-best-in-florida-by-us-news-world-report.aspxThe University of South Florida’s public health degree program is the highest ranked in Florida by U.S. News & World Report, acknowleding the academic commitment to preparing students for a career in the health sciences.Kurt LoftTue, 07 Apr 2026 08:00:00 USF College of Public Health ranked best in Florida by U.S. News & World ReportThe University of South Florida’s public health degree program is the highest ranked in Florida by U.S. News & World Report, acknowleding the academic commitment to preparing students for a career in the health sciences.COPH buildinghttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-college-of-public-health-ranked-best-in-florida-by-us-news-world-report.aspxCollege News,Sten Vermundhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/gvn-opens-international-hq-at-usf.aspxThe GVN marked the opening of its International Headquarters at the USF Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation, formalizing a strategic partnership that positions USF Health as the permanent home of GVN’s global scientific network and expands its capacity to coordinate research, surveillance and response to emerging viral threats.External ArticleTue, 17 Mar 2026 15:03:10 Global Virus Network opens International Headquarters at University of South FloridaThe GVN marked the opening of its International Headquarters at the USF Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation, formalizing a strategic partnership that positions USF Health as the permanent home of GVN’s global scientific network and expands its capacity to coordinate research, surveillance and response to emerging viral threats.group cutting ribbonhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/gvn-opens-international-hq-at-usf.aspxCollege News,Sten VermundGlobal Virus Networkhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-pair-recognized-for-fight-against-infectious-disease.aspxTwo University of South Florida faculty members have received prestigious honors and subsequent kudos from an international community of scientists for their work in the fight against infectious disease.Kurt LoftThu, 05 Feb 2026 10:22:59 USF pair recognized for fight against infectious diseaseTwo University of South Florida faculty members have received prestigious honors and subsequent kudos from an international community of scientists for their work in the fight against infectious disease.Dr. Sten Vermund speaking at the ASTMH conference.https://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-pair-recognized-for-fight-against-infectious-disease.aspxGlobal - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences,Research and Innovation,Sten Vermundhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/coph-launches-deans-book-club.aspxThe COPH recently launched its first Dean’s Undergraduate Book Club, creating a new space for students to connect with one another and college leadership through discussion beyond the traditional classroom.Caitlin KeoughTue, 20 Jan 2026 08:49:30 Booked and busy: COPH launches dean’s book clubThe COPH recently launched its first Dean’s Undergraduate Book Club, creating a new space for students to connect with one another and college leadership through discussion beyond the traditional classroom.group of peoplehttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/coph-launches-deans-book-club.aspxSten Vermund,Student LifeAlison Obernehttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/a-message-from-dean-sten-vermund-welcome-to-spring-2026.aspxA new year’s message from Dean Sten Vermund welcoming the COPH community to Spring 2026, reaffirming our commitment to public health values, shared responsibility and advancing excellence in education, research and practice.Sten VermundThu, 15 Jan 2026 10:13:27 A message from Dean Sten Vermund: Welcome to Spring 2026A new year’s message from Dean Sten Vermund welcoming the COPH community to Spring 2026, reaffirming our commitment to public health values, shared responsibility and advancing excellence in education, research and practice.manhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/a-message-from-dean-sten-vermund-welcome-to-spring-2026.aspxCollege News,Sten Vermundhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/dean-vermund-delivers-first-state-of-the-college-address.aspxThe COPH community gathered on Sept. 26 for the 2025 State of the College Address—Dean Sten H. Vermund’s first since joining the college. Speaking to faculty, staff, students and alumni, Vermund reflected on the college’s accomplishments, recognized outstanding contributors and outlined strategic priorities for the year ahead.Caitlin KeoughFri, 10 Oct 2025 14:18:55 Dean Vermund delivers first State of the College Address, highlighting people, passion and potentialThe COPH community gathered on Sept. 26 for the 2025 State of the College Address—Dean Sten H. Vermund’s first since joining the college. Speaking to faculty, staff, students and alumni, Vermund reflected on the college’s accomplishments, recognized outstanding contributors and outlined strategic priorities for the year ahead.auditoriumhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/dean-vermund-delivers-first-state-of-the-college-address.aspxCollege News,Sten Vermundhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/dean-sten-vermund-earns-cph-certification.aspxThe University of South Florida is home to the highest-ranked public health degree program in Florida (U.S. News and World Report, 2025). The university is also home to a new Certification in Public Health (CPH) recipient Dr. Sten Vermund.Natalie PrestonWed, 08 Oct 2025 09:58:54 Dean Sten Vermund earns CPH certification, reinforcing the value of professional standards in public healthThe University of South Florida is home to the highest-ranked public health degree program in Florida (U.S. News and World Report, 2025). The university is also home to a new Certification in Public Health (CPH) recipient Dr. Sten Vermund.manhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/dean-sten-vermund-earns-cph-certification.aspxCollege News,Sten Vermundhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/dean-vermund-honored-with-lifetime-achievement-award-for-advancing-us-japan-hiv-aids-research-collaboration.aspxThe U.S.-Japan Cooperative Medical Sciences Program has awarded COPH Dean Sten Vermund its 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his two decades of leadership and commitment to global health collaboration.Caitlin KeoughFri, 20 Jun 2025 13:24:52 Sten Vermund honored with lifetime achievement award for advancing HIV/AIDS research collaborationThe U.S.-Japan Cooperative Medical Sciences Program has awarded COPH Dean Sten Vermund its 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his two decades of leadership and commitment to global health collaboration.manhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/dean-vermund-honored-with-lifetime-achievement-award-for-advancing-us-japan-hiv-aids-research-collaboration.aspxAwards and Honors,Sten Vermundhttps://usfalumni.org/stay-connected/new-usf-magazine-25/six-things-to-know-about-dr-sten-vermundIn January, Dr. Sten Vermund joined the university as dean of the College of Public Health, as well as Distinguished University Health Professor and senior associate vice president of USF Health. Also the chief medical officer of the Global Virus Network, he brings four decades of infectious disease epidemiology and prevention experience to his new role. Here are six facts to help you get to know Dean Vermund.External ArticleFri, 06 Jun 2025 00:33:30 6 things to know about Dr. Sten Vermund, our new College of Public Health deanIn January, Dr. Sten Vermund joined the university as dean of the College of Public Health, as well as Distinguished University Health Professor and senior associate vice president of USF Health. Also the chief medical officer of the Global Virus Network, he brings four decades of infectious disease epidemiology and prevention experience to his new role. Here are six facts to help you get to know Dean Vermund.man in a laboratoryhttps://usfalumni.org/stay-connected/new-usf-magazine-25/six-things-to-know-about-dr-sten-vermundCollege News,Sten Vermundhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2025/gvn-issues-urgent-call-on-h5n1.aspxThe Global Virus Network published a comprehensive analysis of the H5N1 bird flu outbreak, calling on world governments to address the threat by enhancing surveillance, implementing biosecurity measures and preparing for potential human-to-human transmission.External ArticleMon, 12 May 2025 09:35:48 USF-headquartered Global Virus Network issues urgent call on rising threat of H5N1 bird fluThe Global Virus Network published a comprehensive analysis of the H5N1 bird flu outbreak, calling on world governments to address the threat by enhancing surveillance, implementing biosecurity measures and preparing for potential human-to-human transmission.person with a chickenhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2025/gvn-issues-urgent-call-on-h5n1.aspxResearch and Innovation,Sten VermundSten Vermund