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Leading the way for public health education, research, and service

At the School of Public Health, we aim to advance the science of public health, improve quality of life, and eliminate health disparities for our communities, the nation, and the world.

Celebrating 15 Years

The UNLV School of Public Health was established in 2004 with the goal of improving the health and well-being of people worldwide. Fifteen years later, its departments, programs, and research units are growing and still working to provide a diverse education, practical training experience, and numerous community involvement opportunities to prepare students to become leaders and professionals in the field of Public Health.
1st & Only
Accredited School of Public Health in Nevada
1 of 66
Accredited Schools of Public Health in the world – CEPH
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Ranked Master of Health Care Administration and Policy Program - U.S. News & World Report
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Most diverse campus in the nation - U.S. News & World Report

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Departments

Environmental and Occupational Health
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The Department of Environmental and Occupational Health offers degree and certificate programs that aim to advance the health of all people in the nation and the world through research and training in environmental health. The department emphasizes the role of air, water, the home environment and the workplace as critical determinants of health.
Health Care Administration and Policy
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The Department of Health Care Administration and Policy offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs aimed to advance the quality of healthcare education by providing students with critical skills and knowledge that help prepare them for leadership roles in health care organizations.

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What's Happening

Winter 2019 Outstanding UNLV Graduates
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Dec. 12, 2019

UNLV president Marta Meana will highlight four graduating students at commencement who embody the academic, research, and community impact of the Class of 2019.
UNLV Newsmakers 2019: November
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Dec. 2, 2019

A collection of local, national, and international news stories highlighting the people and programs of UNLV.
Keeping Skin in the Game
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Nov. 14, 2019

Achievement in Service Award winner Ken Bahl has been a key figure in UNLV's Alumni Association.
UNLV Newsmakers 2019: September/October
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Nov. 1, 2019

A collection of local, national, and international news stories highlighting the people and programs of UNLV.
Keeping Candy Clean and College Open
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Oct. 30, 2019

School of Public Health Alumna of the Year Tracy Donnelly, noted for her work on a study about lead levels in candy, is currently helping Canada's indigenous population get access to higher education.

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Experts

  • Jose L. Melendrez
    Executive Director, Office of Community Partnerships, School of Community Health Sciences
  • Melva Thompson-Robinson
    Professor of Social Behavioral Health
  • Brian Labus
    Assistant Professor, School of Public Health
 
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Accreditation

The School of Public Health at UNLV is the first and only accredited School of Public Health in Nevada, and it is one of only 66 in the world with this distinction by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH).

For more information and to view a copy of the CEPH report, please contact Vivian Surwill: vivian.surwill@unlv.edu

Bachelor's Master's Doctoral CEPH Accredited