The purpose of this conference is to: Promote tobacco free policy and cessation resources; Provide up to date information regarding tobacco policy enhancement; and Provide education to empower action to change local and state tobacco policies. The conference is intended for professionals and anyone interested in creating a smoke free Hamilton County. Free registration
GreenTrips, a program of the Chattanooga-Hamilton County Regional Planning Agency, is hosting the National Bike to Work Day on Friday May 18th, 2018. The MPH program will join hundreds of community members as we make the most of the new safety enhancements & infrastructure along Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. No Bike? No Problem! Just post…
UTC MPH faculty will be attending the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Annual Meeting.
This conference is focused on how applied deep/machine learning research can impact the region in healthcare, smart grid, and connected city applications. Speakers will share real-world application stories and obstacles to implementation. Panels will look at each field from both the research side and the industry side. Attendees of the conference can expect: To learn…
Our program has been invited to participate in the Community Health Workers (CHW) Healthy Homes training on Friday, July 27th from 8:30am to 3:30pm. CHWs are culturally competent, front-line public health professionals that work in our under-served communities. As a major part of public health, this is an ideal opportunity for our students to gain…
Hamilton County Minority Health Fair (MHF) In 2002, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. partnered together in conjunction with the 28th Community Development Corporation to focus on men's health issues by providing a free health fair - Hamilton County Minority Health Fair. The primary focus was geared toward prostate exams,…
Since 1998, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has hosted the International Conference on Emerging Infectious Diseases (ICEID). Held every 2-3 years, the conference brings together more than 1500 public health professionals from around the world to encourage the exchange of the latest information on issues affecting the emergence, spread, and control of…
Join us for the Public Health Student Association (PHSA) first interest meeting on Monday August 27th, 2018 at 4 pm in the Metro Building room 109 (first floor). We will discuss the vision of PHSA, how you can get involved, and the greater impact of public health!
Faculty and staff will be attending the Tennessee Public Health Association (TPHA) Annual Conference and Exhibit. This conference brings public health professionals from around the state to discuss public health issues and will be an opportunity to promote our MPH program.
The "Medical Vision Day" will be held on Friday October 19th, for 9th grade students who are part of the Erlanger Institute for Healthcare and Innovation. This will be a "healthcare career fair" to expose students to various careers available in healthcare. The MPH team will share with them the various opportunities available in the…
The Public Health Student Association (PHSA) is hosting the first Bowling for Boobs event in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Join students, faculty, and community members for an afternoon of fun, food, and bowling! The event will take place at Southside Social (1818 Chestnut St, Chattanooga, TN 37408), shoes & lane rental cost is…
Faculty and staff will attend the American Public Health Association (APHA) Annual Meeting and Expo. Thousands of public health professionals from around the world come together to learn the latest trends and best practices, network with public health leaders, and connect with other public health schools and programs. This year's APHA theme is 'Creating the…
The Southeast ACSM Regional Chapter (SEACSM) has a strong record of excellence in supporting the mission of ACSM and leads the way in program design, student development and membership involvement. SEACSM serves members in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. The 2019 SEACSM Annual Meeting brings together over…
Join us on Monday, February 18 for free cookies, tea, and great conversations with UTC international students! Location: Metropolitan Building - Room 109 Time: 3:15 - 4:30 pm
Join us on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 from 12:15 – 1:30 pm at the University Center Auditorium. Our special guest speaker is Kenneth Powell, MD, MPH, Co-Chair 2018 Physical Activity Guidelines Advisory Committee. Dr. Powell is one of the key pioneers in physical activity and public health across the globe! We are opening up this…
