University of Kentucky College of Public Health
== University of Kentucky College of Public Health ==
The University of Kentucky College of Public Health is a public health institution located in Lexington, Kentucky. It is part of the University of Kentucky and offers a range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in public health disciplines.
History[edit | edit source]
The College of Public Health was established in 2004 to address the growing need for public health education and research in the state of Kentucky. Since its inception, the college has focused on improving health outcomes through education, research, and community engagement.
Academic Programs[edit | edit source]
The College of Public Health offers several degree programs, including:
- Bachelor of Public Health (BPH)
- Master of Public Health (MPH)
- Master of Health Administration (MHA)
- Doctor of Public Health (DrPH)
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in various public health disciplines
The college also offers dual degree programs in collaboration with other colleges within the University of Kentucky, such as the College of Medicine and the College of Law.
Research[edit | edit source]
The College of Public Health is involved in extensive research activities aimed at addressing public health challenges. Research areas include:
- Epidemiology
- Biostatistics
- Environmental Health
- Health Policy
- Health Services Management
- Social and Behavioral Sciences
The college collaborates with various local, state, and national organizations to conduct research that impacts public health policy and practice.
Community Engagement[edit | edit source]
Community engagement is a core component of the College of Public Health's mission. The college works closely with community partners to develop and implement programs that improve public health outcomes. These initiatives often focus on underserved populations and aim to reduce health disparities.
Facilities[edit | edit source]
The College of Public Health is housed in the Charles T. Wethington Building on the University of Kentucky campus. The facility includes state-of-the-art classrooms, research labs, and administrative offices.
Notable Faculty[edit | edit source]
The college boasts a diverse faculty with expertise in various public health disciplines. Faculty members are actively involved in research, teaching, and community service.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- University of Kentucky
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Biostatistics
- Health Policy
- Environmental Health
- Health Services Management
- Social and Behavioral Sciences
See Also[edit | edit source]
- University of Kentucky College of Medicine
- University of Kentucky College of Law
- University of Kentucky College of Nursing
- University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy
References[edit | edit source]
External Links[edit | edit source]
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