School of Public Health

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Centers and programs

Our specialty centers are actively involved in research activities that span public and community health. Find out how we're making a difference in environmental health, biostatistics, addiction treatment and prevention, epidemiology and more.

Research

Faculty and students of the School of Public Health conduct state-of-the-art research in a wide range of areas related to public health.

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Global health initiatives

In collaboration with the School of Public Health, the Larson Institute for Health Impact and Equity offers international fieldwork programs, research opportunities and global engagement efforts that provide hands-on training experiences for students.

Upcoming events from the School of Public Health

Jan 27

From Homeless to Heard: Honest Stories and Strategies from Both Sides of the Work 12:00 PM Lectures & Seminars

Feb 02

Building Resilient Communities: Local Strategies to Combat the Opioid Crisis 03:30 PM Lectures & Seminars

Feb 09

Faith-Based Responses to Substance Use Disorders 03:30 PM Lectures & Seminars

Feb 23

Empowering Rural Communities: Overcoming Barriers to Treatment 03:30 PM Lectures & Seminars

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School news

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StreetReach Summit brings national experts and local partners together to shape street health in Northern Nevada

Health care providers, outreach teams, government agencies and community partners gathered to strengthen coordinated responses to housing instability and street health

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What happens when a university football player takes repeated head impacts?

Scientists studied eye movement in athletes in contact and non-contact sports to better understand brain injuries

School of Public Health members and guests at APHA 2025 booth.

Nevada students advance public health research at APHA 2025 in Washington, DC

From mental health and overdose prevention to one health, global policy and beyond, Nevada presenters shared wide-ranging research with national leaders and peers

The School of Public Health is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), an independent agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education to accredit schools of public health and public health programs. To request a copy of the school's most recent self-study and/or final report, please email lbenbrahim@unr.edu.