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3124 W. S. White Building
(810) 762-3172
Fax: (810) 762-3003
http://www.umflint.edu/pubhealth/bachelor-science-public-health
Faculty Advisors: Lisa Lapeyrouse, Ph.D. , Rie Suzuki, Ph.D., Lenwood Hayman, P.h.D., Shan Parker, Ph.D.
The Bachelor of Science in Public Health prepares students for a wide range of entry level public health positions. The coursework includes the foundational knowledge of public health practice (epidemiology, health policy, global health) and reflects the values of public health: community engagement, disease prevention, health promotion and serving vulnerable populations. The program’s major focus on health education prepares students to implement behavior modification and lifestyle changes for individuals, families and communities. The curriculum is designed to provide students with the competencies required to take the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) exam.
Programs in Public Health
Two programs in Public Health are offered, both leading to the Bachelor of Science degree; the General Program in Public Health and the Honors Program in Public Health . A Minor is also available in Public Health . For a Master of Public Health See Graduate Study section of Catalog.
Mission Statement
We are “Public Health in the City.” our diverse faculty offer a dynamic, community engaged educational experience to prepare public health leaders to work to reduce health inequities in underserved populations.
Vision Statement
We will be known for our learning environment which is informed by the knowledge and experiences of our diverse student, faculty and community partners, who together develop achievable and innovative solutions to public health challenges within our city and beyond. Our solutions will be characterized by the synergy between multicultural local and global perspectives.
Values
Diversity: Our diverse faculty and students bring their highly varied ideas, beliefs, and cultures to classroom interactions, scholarly activities, and community partnerships.
Social Justice: Our students and faculty engage in professional activities to reduce social disparities and health inequities in our communities.
Ethical Practice: Uphold high standards of honesty, integrity, and fairness in public health research, teaching, and service.
Professionalism: Model the duties and responsibilities of public health consistent with the code of conduct for the field.
Community/Partnerships: Engaging in mutually beneficial community collaborations built on respect, trust, and personal commitment to improve the public health status of local and global communities.
Global: Create an educational synergy among domestic and international students, faculty, and communities that foster learning and practice opportunities that improve public health across cultures.
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