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The University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health was the first fully accredited school of public health in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, with alumni who are leaders in the field. A member of the Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health, Pitt Public Health consistently ranks among the top five schools of public health in funding from the National Institutes of Health.

Our Bachelor of Science in Public Health students recently presented their capstone projects, sharing work from their pr...
04/23/2026

Our Bachelor of Science in Public Health students recently presented their capstone projects, sharing work from their practicum experiences and community-based projects.

“This is the first year we are graduating students who began with us as freshmen, so we’ve had the privilege of watching them grow over all four years,” said Mara Koperwas, director of undergraduate curriculum. “I taught many of them in Fundamentals of Public Health as first-year students, and now seeing them as seniors presenting their capstone work is incredibly rewarding.”

Congratulations to our BSPH students on this milestone, and we wish them all the best in what’s ahead. 🎓🌟

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04/23/2026

Congratulations to HPM Assistant Professor Miranda Yaver, whose book, "Coverage Denied: How Health Insurers Drive Inequality in the United States," is out today.

Read more about Dr. Yaver's research into why health insurance coverage is denied and how those decisions affect patients—often due to racial and economic inequities: tinyurl.com/ywkurre4

Pitt Public Health was well represented at the American Heart Association Epidemiology and Prevention Scientific Session...
04/22/2026

Pitt Public Health was well represented at the American Heart Association Epidemiology and Prevention Scientific Sessions in Boston last month.

More than 10 students, trainees and faculty from the Departments of Epidemiology and Environmental and Occupational Health presented research spanning cardiovascular disease prevention, maternal health, aging and environmental exposures.

These presentations highlight the important work happening across the School of Public Health and the contributions of our early-career researchers.

🔗 Read more: https://www.publichealth.pitt.edu/news/strong-showing-pitt-public-health-american-heart-association-conference

Pitt Public Health, the Center for Health Equity and the Heinz History Center recently hosted a screening and panel disc...
04/17/2026

Pitt Public Health, the Center for Health Equity and the Heinz History Center recently hosted a screening and panel discussion for Freedom House Ambulance: The First Responders, an Emmy Award-winning documentary highlighting the nation’s first EMS service staffed entirely by Black men and women from Pittsburgh’s Hill District.

The panel included original Freedom House members and BCHS faculty member Jason Deakings, PhD, MSPH, who shared reflections on the program’s role in shaping modern emergency medical services.

Freedom House not only provided critical care to their community but also established the national standard for pre-hospital emergency care. Yet, their contributions were excluded from broader recognition for decades.

A Congressional Gold Medal effort is now underway to formally recognize their legacy. Supporters can take action by clicking the link below to help move this legislation forward.

✍🏽 Take action here: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/d05ba817cd47d2bc270aa063f361e6574f985cfd?hash=69cb9a04f27808e36c4efcc61fae1f77

🎥 Watch the documentary: https://www.pbs.org/video/freedom-house-ambulance-the-first-responders-nl3kcq/

Erin Schuetz, an academic and student affairs administrator at Pitt Public Health, was recently recognized with the Univ...
04/10/2026

Erin Schuetz, an academic and student affairs administrator at Pitt Public Health, was recently recognized with the University of Pittsburgh Chancellor’s Distinguished Service Award for Staff in Community Engagement.

Her commitment to community work has been shaped over time, beginning with the example set by her father and continuing through her own leadership and service. Today, she serves as vice president of the Riverview School Board and leads Catelynn’s Kindness, a nonprofit supporting families and children navigating transplant related care.

At Pitt Public Health, Erin is also actively involved in efforts to support and advocate for staff through Staff Council and the school's staff committee, contributing to a stronger and more connected school community.

Pitt Public Health moved up two spots to No. 14 overall in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Public Health Gradua...
04/07/2026

Pitt Public Health moved up two spots to No. 14 overall in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Public Health Graduate School rankings.

Programs within the School were also ranked among the top in the country:
• Master of Health Administration (No. 12)
• Biostatistics (No. 13)
• Environmental Health (No. 16)
• Health Policy and Management (No. 16)
• Epidemiology (No. 17)
• Social and Behavioral Sciences (No. 17)

These rankings reflect continued momentum across Pitt Public Health and the impact of its faculty, students and partners.
publichealth.pitt.edu/news/pitt-public-health-rises-latest-us-news-rankings

New research at Pitt Public Health is helping improve patient safety in hospitals.Pitt Public Health Assistant Professor...
04/02/2026

New research at Pitt Public Health is helping improve patient safety in hospitals.

Pitt Public Health Assistant Professor of Epidemiology Alexander Sundermann is using genomic sequencing to identify infection outbreaks earlier, giving healthcare teams the ability to respond more quickly and prevent further spread.

This work is part of a broader effort across Pittsburgh to improve patient outcomes through innovation, including advances in mobility technology and the use of hospital data to support safer, more efficient care.

Read more: https://www.bizjournals.com/pittsburgh/news/2026/03/19/innovators-patient-safety-dna-wheelchairs-data.html

Photography by Rayni Shiring, University of Pittsburgh

This month’s staff highlight is Emily Snyder, Academic Advisor for the BSPH program at Pitt Public Health. In her role, ...
03/31/2026

This month’s staff highlight is Emily Snyder, Academic Advisor for the BSPH program at Pitt Public Health. In her role, she supports both new and continuing students as they navigate their academic paths, providing guidance, encouragement and a thoughtful, student-centered approach to advising.

Emily is known for her compassion, dedication and commitment to helping students feel supported and confident throughout their time at Pitt. Her work reflects a collaborative and holistic approach to student success, ensuring students have the resources and support they need both inside and outside the classroom.

In recognition of her impact, Emily was named the recipient of the 2026 Provost’s Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Student Success, which honors individuals who make meaningful contributions to the student experience through advising and mentorship.

We’re proud to highlight Emily and the incredible work she does for our students every day. Congratulations!

What does sustainability look like in practice?At Pitt’s School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences’ teaching kitchen,...
03/20/2026

What does sustainability look like in practice?

At Pitt’s School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences’ teaching kitchen, students and faculty from across the health sciences are found out firsthand.

Through the Nutrition for Planetary Health course, part of the Health Sciences Center for Interprofessional Education, students work in teams to prepare meals using sustainable ingredients like lentils while bringing in their own cultural perspectives and flavor preferences.

The course is designed to help future health professionals learn how to collaborate across disciplines while thinking critically about the connections between nutrition, sustainability and community health.

🔗 Read more here: https://www.health.pitt.edu/news/putting-sustainability-practice-kitchen

Thank you to everyone who supported Pitt Public Health during this year’s Pitt Day of Giving!Because of the generosity o...
02/25/2026

Thank you to everyone who supported Pitt Public Health during this year’s Pitt Day of Giving!

Because of the generosity of our community, we exceeded last year’s participation by a significant margin. Your support demonstrates the dedication and shared purpose that define Pitt Public Health.

We also extend our congratulations to Health Policy & Management for winning this year’s Department Challenge! Their outstanding engagement exemplifies the spirit of participation that made this year’s effort so successful.

We are grateful for the support that allows us to continue moving our work forward.

Please join us TODAY on Pitt Day of Giving (PDoG) to show your support for the future of public health! You are Essentia...
02/24/2026

Please join us TODAY on Pitt Day of Giving (PDoG) to show your support for the future of public health!

You are Essential to our Public Health Community! Every gift helps us in our mission to prevent disease, promote well-being and protect communities.

To donate, check our goal progress and department rankings visit
https://pittdayofgiving.com/pages/pdog-public-health

By age two, Emily Thomas’s family was already navigating organ transplantation.Over the years, additional transplants an...
02/20/2026

By age two, Emily Thomas’s family was already navigating organ transplantation.

Over the years, additional transplants and medical emergencies became part of her family’s reality. Those experiences shaped how she understands health, resilience and the impact of organ donation.

Today, she is an MPH student in Epidemiology at Pitt Public Health, focusing her academic work on organ donation research and strategies to expand donor engagement.

As we approach Pitt Day of Giving on February 24, Emily’s story is a reminder that public health is deeply personal. The work happening in classrooms, research labs and communities is often inspired by real lived experiences.

Learn more about Emily's story here: https://www.publichealth.pitt.edu/news/pitt-public-health-student-pays-it-forward

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One of the top-ranked schools of public health in the U.S., the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health was the first fully accredited school of public health in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, with alumni who are among the leaders in their fields. A member of the Association of Schools of Public Health, Pitt Public Health consistently ranks in the top five among schools of public health in National Institutes of Health funding received. Pitt Public Health is a leader in research related to women’s health, HIV/AIDS, and human genetics, among others.