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Public Health

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Making Health Equity a Global Priority

Picture a world where everybody has access to the resources needed to live a healthy life. That vision is what drives the Public Health field. At Â鶹ÊÓƵ Â鶹ÊÓƵ, Public Health is an interdisciplinary program because health impacts every sector of society, from scientific research to local laws and policies. In this program, you will learn strategies to address challenges that impact the health status of communities and individuals. Topics you will explore include accessing health care, tools for controlling infectious diseases, environmental health, substance abuse and violence, and more. Public health took center stage during the COVID-19 pandemic, yet its areas of focus extend far beyond infectious disease. The career paths are vast, with compassionate and skilled professionals in high demand.

Graduate Ready for a Career of Making Community-Level Change

A career in public health allows you to direct your desire to help others on a larger scale. 

  • While healthcare providers play a crucial role in working with individual patients, public health professionals have the opportunity to effect broader change.
  • By specializing within our Public Health degree, you'll leave college ready to collaborate with healthcare providers, policymakers, community organizations, and other stakeholders to address health challenges at the community level.
  • You may choose to work toward goals such as improving urban or rural healthcare systems, implementing preventive measures, advocating for policy changes, addressing disparities in healthcare delivery, or driving advancements in education and awareness regarding specific diseases or health issues.
A young public health student smiles at others.

Opportunities in Public Health

 

Develop Broad Skills to Affect Greater Change

At Â鶹ÊÓƵ, you are empowered to explore, engage, and advance your career in public health. Inside and outside the classroom, you will gain practical skills, develop a global perspective, build professional networks, and leave college prepared to make meaningful contributions to the field of public health. Explore the possibilities with Â鶹ÊÓƵ Public Health.

 

Internships — Apply your knowledge and skills in real-world settings, develop professional competencies, and build networks within the public health field.

Study Away — Experience different healthcare systems, cultural contexts, and approaches to public health that broaden your understanding of the field and enhance your cross-cultural competence.

Networking and Case-Based Coursework — By combining case-based coursework with guest speaker sessions and networking opportunities, you'll receive a comprehensive education and gain the practical skills and industry exposure that can greatly benefit your future career in public health.

Professional Development — Professional organizations play a vital role in the field of public health by providing educational and networking opportunities for professionals, students, and individuals. Being involved in these organizations can greatly enhance your academic and professional journey.

 

Explore Opportunities in Public Health

Don’t be afraid to speak, remember to listen, and ALWAYS ask questions. ”
Karl Larson
Public Health

A Great Place to Gain the Skills to Serve the Community

As a Public Health student at Â鶹ÊÓƵ, you will be part of a close-knit group of passionate students motivated to make large-scale positive change. The is also a national leader in healthcare and public health. Being in Saint Peter, you're minutes away from bustling Mankato and an hour from the dynamic Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. This means you can hone in on your career interests, network with public health professionals, and receive personal attention that allows you to thrive.

Contact Public Health

Email:Ìýpublic-health [at] gustavus.edu (public-health[at]gustavus[dot]edu)
Phone:Ìý(507) 933-7591

Lund Center, 212G
800 West College Avenue
Saint Peter, MN 56082

Reach far. Dig deep.
Go Beyond.