Public Health & Community Health Education
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The Bachelor of Science in Public Health program at the University of Wisconsin La Crosse is currently accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) as a standalone baccalaureate program (SBP)
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Kira Hankins
I truly appreciated how much the Public Health & Community Health Education professors cared about our success in the program and our overall well-being. There was never a moment where I did not feel valued in the program.
Mariah Welke
The education, guidance and support of the Public Health & Community Health Education Program made me into the public health professional I am now. I use the skills I learned in the program (and the grad program) every single day in my job. It's invaluable!
Ella Rusnacko, '20 & '25
"Being a full-time working professional, the UWL online MPH program integrated seamlessly. It gave me a great systems-level overview and tangible tools that I can apply day-to-day with the work that I do. You will walk out with a stronger sense of self and stronger sense of confidence."
Kayla Loeber, '19 & '25
"Even though it was virtual, it was very easy to access other students and support each other along the way. What I learned in this program connects perfectly back to the population I work with, and the support I gained in policy and advocacy has definitely helped me be able to advocate for the people that I work with."
Chelsea Dummer
The professors were my strong, supportive mentors that helped me create a foundation for the work I do today in the field. Their genuine passion for the field created a unique sense of appreciation for the work that is needed now more than ever.
Rebecca Shirley
Since graduating in 2019, I’ve worked for two Wisconsin health organizations, both stating they hired me because I graduated from the UWL Public Health & Community Health Education Program! When our professors say they have a public health undergraduate program like no other, they are absolutely right.
Kitt (Katherine) Drewiske
The professors who make up this program are among the most dedicated individuals I’ve ever had the opportunity to work with. Not only do they provide high-quality education, they provide their students with opportunities for applied learning to see how public health works from theory to practice at all levels.
Kemmesha Thomas
UWL programs, like the McNair Scholars Program, made me realize so many things I’m interested in. I can develop more knowledge and enjoy doing research.
Kelsey Shuda
Pursuing a major in Public Health & Community Health Education has given me opportunities to advocate and work on policy development at a local and national level. From Eta Sigma Gamma meetings to summits in Washington D.C., I was able to continuously prepare for my future career in public health.
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WI Policy Forum report disparities in death rates
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New report finds disparities in Wisconsin's death rates
An independent research group, the Wisconsin Policy Forum, provides data and analysis of critical policy issues. The non-partisan group recently released a report on mortality in Wisconsin. |