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Simone Samra Supports Underserved Communities
"Samra encourages students to get involved in meaningful campus activities and find opportunities that align with their interests."
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Dr. Nancy Speaker Keynote Speaker at 2026 Colloquium on Qualitative Health Sciences Research
Congratulations to Dr. Nancy Burke for serving at the Keynote Speaker at the Colloquium on Qualitative Health Sciences Research!
TRDRP Trainee Spotlight: Dr. Sarah Alnahari
Public Health alumni and instructor for PH 196: Internships in the Community, Sarah Alnahari, receives a spotlight from the Tobacco-Related Disease Research Program. Click to read! 
Tackling Toxic Algae
Harmful algal blooms are increasing in California, and a project led by Bradman and Opoku is reviewing research, data, and community input to understand human exposure and identify ways to monitor, reduce, and prevent related health risks.
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Newsletter: Voices of Public Health

PH Newsletter Front PageOur biannual Public Health newsletter, Voices of Public Health, highlights our department's contributions to public health, including student and faculty research, community engagement, achievements, and more!

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