public health

In today's complex world, the field of public health is becoming an increasingly vital part of our daily lives. It's a field in which professionals can make a difference, whether they're researching and tracking the spread of disease, running awareness campaigns in schools and community agencies, or advising corporations on health programs and policies.

Southern graduates work at local health departments, hospitals, insurance and pharmaceutical companies, and nonprofit agencies like the American Red Cross. Other options including working in a community center helping pregnant women get the care and resources they need, or consulting with healthcare manufacturers on how to promote their products.

The public health program at Southern is intensively hands-on, with internships and many classes centering on community-service projects. A common classroom project is to plan a public health program from inception to evaluation. One recent group of students was featured in the local media for an awareness campaign about binge drinking on college campuses nationwide. Other students sponsored blood drives and developed campaigns to educate the public about hepatitis B, eating disorders, and breast cancer.

Southern's unusual bachelor's degree in public health is one of the only programs of its kind in the country, preparing undergraduate students to compete for jobs that usually require a master's degree. 

 

degrees

B.S. in public health, specialization in environmental health

B.S. in public health, specialization in health promotion

M.P.H. (Master of Public Health)

 

Visit the Department of Public Health site for more information on public health degrees and the field of public health.

Visit the School of Graduate Studies site for information on the M.P.H. degree.