https://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/Recent posts from Public Health Newsen-usSun, 19 Jul 2026 14:34:38 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-students-use-innovative-storytelling-methods-to-amplify-the-voices-of-young-mothers.aspxThrough a collaborative community-based research project, students and faculty from the COPH are working to better understand and support the experiences of pregnant and parenting adolescents in the Tampa Bay region.Caitlin KeoughMon, 15 Jun 2026 11:28:23 USF students use innovative storytelling methods to amplify the voices of young mothersThrough a collaborative community-based research project, students and faculty from the COPH are working to better understand and support the experiences of pregnant and parenting adolescents in the Tampa Bay region.mapping resiliencehttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-students-use-innovative-storytelling-methods-to-amplify-the-voices-of-young-mothers.aspxAlumni and Development,Community Health Sciences,Research and InnovationAyaka Takayama,Center of Excellence in Maternal and Child Health,Cheryl Vamos,Danielle Lewald,Mahir Rahmanhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-shines-at-national-maternal-and-child-health-conference.aspxUSF College of Public Health students and faculty attended the Association of Maternal & Child Health Programs (AMCHP) conference in Washington, D.C., where experts gathered to discuss strategies for improving the health and wellbeing of women, children and families.Kurt LoftMon, 15 Jun 2026 09:43:36 USF shines at national maternal and child health conferenceUSF College of Public Health students and faculty attended the Association of Maternal & Child Health Programs (AMCHP) conference in Washington, D.C., where experts gathered to discuss strategies for improving the health and wellbeing of women, children and families.group of peoplehttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-shines-at-national-maternal-and-child-health-conference.aspxAlumni and Development,Community Health Sciences,Research and Innovation,Student LifeCenter of Excellence in Maternal and Child Health,Cheryl Vamos,Richard Powis,Vickie Dugathttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/akahoho.aspxDelaenam Akahoho, a proud double Bull alumna of USF’s College of Public Health (COPH), has charted a path from her childhood. Growing up in Okeechobee, Fla., Akahoho’s experiences with community and public health challenges have shaped her commitment to improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 07 Mar 2025 10:33:06 Alumna Delaenam Akahoho's path to public healthDelaenam Akahoho, a proud double Bull alumna of USF’s College of Public Health (COPH), has charted a path from her childhood. Growing up in Okeechobee, Fla., Akahoho’s experiences with community and public health challenges have shaped her commitment to improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations.a headshot of a womanhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/akahoho.aspxAlumni and Development,Biostatistics and Data Sciences,Community Health Sciences,EpidemiologyBSHS,Biostatistics,Center of Excellence in Maternal and Child Health,Delaenam Akahoho,Epidemiology,MPH,Maternal and Child Healthhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/barley.aspxYaMaya Barley’s journey into becoming a double Bull at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) is a story of passion, perseverance and a deep commitment to improving the well-being of communities. Originally from Rochester, N.Y., but raised in Tampa, Fla., Barley’s academic and professional path has been shaped by her desire to make a difference in public health.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthMon, 24 Feb 2025 09:26:31 Becoming a public health analystYaMaya Barley’s journey into becoming a double Bull at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) is a story of passion, perseverance and a deep commitment to improving the well-being of communities. Originally from Rochester, N.Y., but raised in Tampa, Fla., Barley’s academic and professional path has been shaped by her desire to make a difference in public health.a headshot of a womanhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/barley.aspxAlumni and Development,Community Health SciencesBSPH,Center of Excellence in Maternal and Child Health,MPH,Maternal and Child Healthhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/awards.aspxEach year, the University of South Florida recognizes employees who demonstrate "above and beyond" performance excellence and uphold the core values of USF's Strategic Plan, “in pursuit of excellence,” with the Outstanding Staff Awards. This year, two teams from USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) were celebrated for their exceptional contributions to the university’s success--the Family Study Center (FSC) and the COPH Lifelong Learning Academy (LLA).Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 07 Feb 2025 13:34:35 USF honors two COPH teams for outstanding excellenceEach year, the University of South Florida recognizes employees who demonstrate "above and beyond" performance excellence and uphold the core values of USF's Strategic Plan, “in pursuit of excellence,” with the Outstanding Staff Awards. This year, two teams from USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) were celebrated for their exceptional contributions to the university’s success--the Family Study Center (FSC) and the COPH Lifelong Learning Academy (LLA).outstanding award graphichttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/awards.aspxAwards and HonorsBSPH,Center of Excellence in Maternal and Child Health,Lifelong Learning Academy,MPH,OSHA Training Institute Education Center,Outstanding Staff Awardshttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/walsh.aspxEmily Walsh is a recent graduate from the USF College of Public Health (COPH) with a BSPH and a double minor in women and gender studies and global studies in diversity and education.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 24 Jan 2025 14:50:55 Emily Walsh makes history as the first student awarded with the Vincent Jackson Community Champion AwardEmily Walsh is a recent graduate from the USF College of Public Health (COPH) with a BSPH and a double minor in women and gender studies and global studies in diversity and education.a headshot of a womanhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/walsh.aspxAwards and Honors,Community Health Sciences,Student LifeBSPH,Center of Excellence in Maternal and Child Health,MPH,Maternal and Child Healthhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2024/bmhw-2024.aspxThe COPH is part of global effort to eliminate Black maternal mortality with a week of events centered on the reproductive and birth justice movements. The initiative aims to amplify Black voices and experiences and foster dialogue for the health and well-being of Black mothers and birthing people.Caitlin KeoughFri, 22 Mar 2024 09:47:04 Celebrate the inaugural Black Maternal Health Week at the COPHThe COPH is part of global effort to eliminate Black maternal mortality with a week of events centered on the reproductive and birth justice movements. The initiative aims to amplify Black voices and experiences and foster dialogue for the health and well-being of Black mothers and birthing people.black pregnant woman at hospitalhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2024/bmhw-2024.aspxCollege News,Community EngagementBMHW,Black maternal health,Center of Excellence in Maternal and Child Health,Marshara Fross,Maternal and Child Health