Message from the INTERIM Chair
WELCOME
Hello and welcome to the Department of Epidemiology and Community Health (ECH), a group of dedicated researchers, educators, and future public health leaders located within the College of Health and Human Services.
Our shared mission is clear: to enhance public health at local, national, and global levels through evidence-based research, high-quality student learning opportunities, and strong collaborations with the community. Guided by our values, our vision “to proactively advance public health through innovative, evidence-based solutions that create meaningful, community-centered impacts” remains steadfast.
We encourage you to explore our CEPH-accredited academic programs:
Undergraduate:
- Bachelor of Science in Public Health (BSPH)
- Minor in Public Health
- Early entry to the Master of Public Health (MPH)
Graduate:
- Master of Public Health (MPH) with concentrations in epidemiology and community health practice
- Dual degrees in Health Informatics and Analytics (MPH/MS) and Anthropology (MPH/MA)
- Doctoral (Ph.D.) degrees in Epidemiology and Public Health Sciences
Our faculty, staff, and students are actively engaged in research and service with the community partners – visit the ECH faculty research and service directory to learn more about how we pursue our mission to achieve positive health outcomes for all.
The world needs public health leaders – today and tomorrow. We look forward to another year of innovation and advocacy as we shape what’s next.
Exciting times are ahead – stay tuned!
Dr. Sandra L. Dika
Phone: 704-687-1821 | Email: sdika@charlotte.edu
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PHS Professor Robert cramer highlighted in university magazine
Dr. Robert Cramer leads a suicide prevention research project for active military personnel. Learn more about his research on pages 32-34 in the UNC Charlotte Fall 2023 Magazine.
PHS doctoral student Shakia Jerger Butts discusses black maternal health with Congresswoman Alma Adams
Ahead of Black Maternal Health Week (11-17 APR), PHS doctoral student Shanika Jerger Butts joined Chancellor Gabor and several other CHHS colleagues in a conversation with Congresswoman Alma Adams.
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