UKCPH MPH student Faith Fursman created a fun, interactive curriculum to teach elementary students about rabies prevention. Her practicum with the Kentucky Department for Public Health is making a real impact! Read the full story at:

Sarah Cprek, MPH, PhD, has been named Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Affairs at @UKCPH! Her leadership will drive innovation, collaboration, and student success in undergraduate public health education. Read more:

Our Health of Kentuckians class—a 400-level elective for Bachelor of Public Health students instructed by Dr. Angela Carman—explores Kentucky’s health statistics and the social determinants of health. As part of the course, students analyzed the State Health Assessment and State Health Improvement Plan (SHA/SHIP), culminating in final presentations where they could either propose a new focus area or enhance existing ones in the plan. This year, students had the incredible opportunity to present their ideas to Dr. Steven Stack, who is the Commissioner for the Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) and Chief Medical Officer for the Commonwealth of Kentucky, and Taban Herrington, KDPH Chief of Staff, who provided valuable feedback on their final projects! @CHFSKy

Congratulations to our Fall 2024 Dean’s List students at the College of Public Health! Read more about it here:

The University of Kentucky College of Public Health is undergoing a review by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) for re-accreditation. If you would like to provide input to CEPH to inform their review, send your comments to submissions@ceph.org by May 4th, 2025.

Chad Nash, an MHA student at CPH, had the opportunity to witness the future of emergency psychiatric care at Eastern State Hospital in Lexington. As part of his internship, he contributed to the preparations for Kentucky's very first EmPATH unit—an innovative emergency department focused on psychiatric assessment, treatment, and healing for patients in crisis. Read more about Chad's inspiring experience and the impact of this new unit at

🎓✨Today, we celebrate the incredible achievements of the Class of 2024! As they walked across the stage at the University of Kentucky December Commencement, we’re proud to witness the dedication, resilience, and passion they’ve shown in their journey toward improving the health of our communities. The future of public health is in their hands, and we can’t wait to see the difference they’ll make. Congratulations to our graduates — your hard work has paid off, and the world is ready for all the positive change you’ll bring! 💙

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Alexandria Thomas, a PhD student at CPH, is conducting crucial research on an assortment of toxic manmade “forever chemicals” in the area surrounding a toxic waste incineration plant in East Liverpool, Ohio. Her work is not only advancing our understanding of these persistent chemicals but also bridging the gap between geological sciences and public health to protect vulnerable communities. Read the full story at:

Congratulations to David W. Fardo, PhD, the Stephen W. Wyatt Endowed Professor of Public Health at the University of Kentucky College of Public Health, on being named a Fellow of the American Statistical Association (ASA)! This prestigious honor highlights Dr. Fardo's outstanding contributions to statistical science and his dedication to advancing the field. Read the story:

Our BPH students had an amazing time at today's Final Focus, which is designed to help them unwind, connect, and gear up for finals. Whether they were seeking a quiet space to study, course-specific support from faculty, or a chance to recharge, Final Focus had it all. Here's to staying calm, focused, and ready to conquer exams!

In the fall semester, our students experienced public health in action during our Discover, Experience, Apply, and Learn (DEAL) Day! They toured key sites in Lexington including Lexington Public Safety Emergency Operations Center, Town Branch Wastewater Treatment Plant, and the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department, while also connecting with partners like the YMCA and Kentucky Department for Public Health. 🏥💧 To read the full story, visit:

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As the Fall semester comes to a close, the College of Public Health is excited to celebrate our amazing students! On Tuesday morning, we honored our winter graduates. Congratulations to all of you—we’re so proud! 🎓🎉

Meet our CPH Student Ambassador Sophie Ciaverelli! Why did Sohpie choose public health: "I wanted to study something I could apply when I step outside of the classroom and help better the lives of individuals and communities." Learn more about #publichealth and CPH by connecting with our ambassadors:

🎉 Mark Your Calendars for the 2025 Public Health Showcase! 📅 Date: Monday, April 21, 2025 📍 Location: University of Kentucky Gatton Student Center, 2nd Floor, Grand Ballroom This in-person event is a gathering to share innovative work in public health research, practice, and teaching. All presentations will be in poster format to foster networking and collaboration. 💡 Submit an abstract now: UK CPH students, faculty, staff, community partners, and collaborators are invited to submit an abstract for research posters and non-research posters. The CPH Office of Research will cover printing costs for posters with CPH authorship. 📧 Questions: Visit

🎓💡 Final Focus: Your Finals Week Power-Up! 💡🎓 Ready to crush finals? Join us on Friday, Dec. 13, for Final Focus, an event designed to keep you calm, focused, and ready to ace your exams! 🎁 Care Packages & Door Prizes exclusively for CPH students! 📚 Peaceful Study Spaces 🧘‍♀️ Mindfulness Activities to recharge your brain 👩‍🏫 Course-Specific Guidance from faculty Don’t miss this chance to stay motivated and supported during finals week. Let’s finish strong together! More details at

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Meet our CPH Student Ambassador Shelby Jones! Shelby chose public health as she has an interest in both the medical and community roles Public Health figures serve. " It is a privilege being able to ensure the health of different communities and I plan on using further education to continue doing so. The College of Public Health has helped me find my future career path by showing a wide variety of occupations during classes, volunteering, and many other opportunities." Learn more about #publichealth and CPH by connecting with our ambassadors at