Grand Valley State University - Public Health

04/07/2026

📣 Join us on Wednesday, April 8 for National Public Health Week as we help Flood the Feed during National Public Health Week!

This year’s theme is Ready. Set. Action! APHA is inviting everyone to participate in three coordinated posting moments throughout the afternoon:

1:00 p.m. ET — READY
Highlight the importance and foundation of public health.

2:00 p.m. ET — SET
Emphasize collaboration and the systems that help prepare communities for better health.

3:00 p.m. ET — ACTION
Share ways we can take action through programs, partnerships, and policies to build healthier communities.

Be sure to use in your posts so we can amplify the message together and show the strength of public health across our communities.

https://www.apha.org/initiatives/national-public-health-week/tools-and-tips/flood-the-feed

Generation Public Health is a growing movement of people, organizations and communities working together to create the healthiest nation in one generation. 

04/06/2026

This week is National Public Health Week (NPHW)!
National Public Health Week 2026 invites everyone to renew their commitment to strengthening the systems, science, and community partnerships that keep us healthy. Public health lives in our environments: the air we breathe, water we drink, sidewalks we walk and parks we enjoy.

We also recommend checking out NPHW's kickoff forum "Public Health in the Age of Deception: Confronting the Misinformation Crisis" at 2:30PM EST!
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScI3iOgxzuzCEV9KLYrd394Fev52O5DWhrjswQ9QaPPSL6oJg/viewform

04/04/2026

Public health is everywhere,even if you don’t always see it! 👀
From safe food and clean water to emergency response and health education, it’s all about keeping communities healthy before illness starts.

Learn more about what public health really is!

04/03/2026

April is National Minority Health Month!

Stronger communities begin with equitable health.

04/02/2026

Sun safety starts with the facts. Protect your skin this summer! ☀️

04/01/2026

It is possible to live a healthy and productive life. If you or someone you know is looking for help related to alcohol misuse, free and confidential support is available at samhsa.gov/find-help

04/01/2026

Lead change. Promote health.
Your public health journey starts at Grand Valley State University.

03/27/2026

Our Public Health program is growing, and we’re heading to Traverse City!

Starting in Fall 2026, you can join the very first GVSU MPH cohort at our new hybrid location based in downtown Traverse City on the Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) Front Street campus!

This flexible option is perfect for students who live in or around Traverse City and want the best of both worlds: online coursework plus rich in-person weekends that fit into busy lives. Hybrid weekend sessions will feature engaging lectures, hands-on activities, community engagement, and service-learning opportunities so you can build real-world skills while expanding your professional network.

Ready to learn more? Start your MPH journey by participating in a virtual info session at www.gvsu.edu/grad/mph/ or by calling (616) 331-5570.

03/26/2026

Step into your public health career sooner with our Allied Health Sciences and Public Health combined degree (B.S., M.P.H.) at GVSU!

This unique program lets you earn your Allied Health B.S. while working toward your M.P.H., with the option to emphasize in Epidemiology or Health Promotion so you can tailor your education to the communities and issues you care about most.

You can apply up to 12 graduate credits toward your undergraduate degree, which helps you finish faster, save money, and enter the workforce with advanced skills and credentials earlier than a traditional path.

Whether you dream of leading community health initiatives, analyzing data to stop outbreaks, or designing programs that promote wellness, this pathway prepares you to become a trusted public health leader.

Want to learn more or get started?
Contact Ranelle Brew, Ed.D., at (616) 331-5570 or visit: https://www.gvsu.edu/grad/mph/ today.

03/25/2026

Today is World Epilepsy Day, which was created to raise awareness about epilepsy and support those affected. Also called Purple Day, it was created in 2008 by nine-year-old Cassidy Megan of Nova Scotia, inspired by her experience living with epilepsy.
In honor of the advocacy surrounding this day, we wanted to share a simple guide about how to help someone who is having a seizure. This Zine was created in our Advocacy course by one of our students to bring attention to the lack of knowledge and training surrounding seizures and epilepsy.

At the end of the zine there is information on how to get this training for free!

follow the link to learn more about this free training certificate: https://www.epilepsy.com/recognition/first-aid-resources

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03/24/2026

Spring is the perfect time to refresh your routines and focus on your well-being with public health in mind.

Here are 4 simple, evidence-based habits rooted in public health principles: practicing mindfulness to reduce stress population-wide, daily journaling for mental health resilience, regular movement to combat sedentary lifestyles, and nourishing your body with whole foods to prevent chronic diseases.

These align with public health goals like those from the CDC and WHO, promoting mindfulness and self-reflection to lower anxiety and enhance emotional regulation during busy semesters, while 20+ minutes of daily activity boosts cardiovascular health, immunity, and academic performance as shown in community health studies. Small nutrition shifts, such as adding fruits/veggies, choosing lean proteins over processed foods, or swapping soda for water, support obesity prevention and disease management, helping you thrive in campus life.

Which habit will you adopt first to boost your public health?
Share below, tag a friend for accountability, and follow for more tips from our GVSU public health student experts!
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03/23/2026

Are you ready to start your MPH?

Join us this Wednesday at 12:00pm/noon for an information session to learn more about the program and what it has to offer.

In this session you will have the opportunity to talk to the director of the program and learn about how and when to apply for the program.

Register for this upcoming session at:
http://apply.gvsu.edu/portal/CHP_Events.