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What is Public Health Week?
Public Health Week is an opportunity to bring students and faculty together to explore the real world impact of public health.
What is MSU Denver Public Health Day?
MSU Denver Public Health Day ( April 7, 2026) is designed to create a space for meaningful conversations, learning, and connection with professionals who are actively working in the field. Through panels and discussions, students are able to engage with current public health issues and gain insight into how the field works beyond the classroom.
The purpose of the event is to help students better understand the many directions a career in public health can take, while also highlighting the importance of community-centered solutions to today’s health challenges. By bringing together students, faculty, and professionals, we hope the day encourages thoughtful dialogue, strengthens connections within the public health community, and leaves students feeling more informed and motivated to contribute to building healthier communities.
Additionally, the event highlights the importance of bridging the gap between high school and higher education by supporting peer health education (PHE) initiatives that reach younger students. By equipping high school students with accurate health information and leadership opportunities, peer health education helps build confidence, critical thinking, and awareness of public health topics early on. This approach encourages a smoother transition into college-level learning while empowering youth to become informed advocates for health within their schools and communities.
MSU Denver Public Health Day: April 7, 2026
MSU Denver Public Health Day
When: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Where: Jordan Student Success Building ( JSSB) Room 420/ CAVEA or Virtual Livestream
How: RSVP TODAY! to join either in person or virtually
Event Details: Registrants will receive more detailed agenda closer to the event
- 9am-10am- Public Health Expert Panel
- “From Policy to People: Advancing Health Equity Through Community Power, Advocacy, and Systems Change.”
- 10:30- 1130 a.m.- Interactive Health Peer Educator Session
- 11:30 – 12:30 – Free Lunch provided
- 12:30-130- Public Health Leadership Keynote Speaker
- 1:30-330 – Public Health Fair
Public Health Week Schedule
Grand Rounds: International Health Care March 30
Topic: International Health Care
Presenter: Dr. Erin Seedorf
Date: Monday, March 30 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Location: West Classroom Room 233 or Virtually
RSVP: RSVP TO ATTEND A GROUND ROUNDS EVENT!
Event Description: Join us! Grand Rounds: International Health Care is on March 30 at 12:30 p.m. in Central Classroom 223 or virtual. RSVP TO JOIN! At this event, Professor Erin Seedorf, DPH, will lead us in an in‑depth exploration of international health care systems and the ways in which the American health care and public health sectors can benefit from lessons learned in older, more established systems. Dr. Seedorf will also share her students’ study abroad experiences and discuss opportunities for future study abroad engagement.
Grand Rounds: Community Health Worker- April 6
Topic: What’s a Community Health Worker, and could I be one?
Presenter: Dr. Erin Seedorf
Date: Monday, April 6 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Location: West Classroom Room 233 or Virtually
RSVP: RSVP TO ATTEND A GROUND ROUNDS EVENT!
Event Description: Join Professor Erin Seedorf, DPH, for an in-depth exploration of how community health workers positively impact their clients’ lives by advocating for their health and helping them navigate the health care system. Learn how you can make the same impact by becoming a community health worker through our online certificate program.
Coffee & Donuts with Health Professions! April 6
Join us for Coffee & Donuts! Monday, April 6th from 130-230 p.m. in Central Classroom Room 220 ( Department of Health Professions Office)
Meet our Department Chair & Professors. Learn more about our programs while having a treat! See you then. Drop on by! No RSVP required.
MSU Denver Public Health Day - April 7
MSU Denver Public Health Day
When: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.
- 8:30 a.m. – Check in and Breakfast begins
- 9am-10am- Public Health Expert Panel
- “From Policy to People: Advancing Health Equity Through Community Power, Advocacy, and Systems Change.”
- 10:30- 11:30 a.m.- Interactive Health Peer Educator Session
- 11:30 – 12:30 – Free Lunch Provided
- 12:30-130- Keynote Speaker: Heather Kennedy, MPH, PhD
- 1:30-3:00 – Public Health Fair.
Where: Jordan Student Success Building ( JSSB) Room 420/ CAVEA or Virtual Livestream
Who Should Attend: Open to all! Students, Faculty, Staff, Community Members
How: RSVP TODAY! to join either in person or watch the livestream
*Free parking provided for those who RSVP by April 6*
2026 Anti-Racist & Health Equity Series- April 8
2026 Anti-Racist & Health Equity Series #2: Simplifying Communication- April 8
2026 National Public Health Week Mixer- April 9
2026 National Public Health Week Mixer 4/9/2026
2026 Culture of Data Conference- April 15-17
The Culture of Data Virtual Conference will begin on Wednesday, April 15th with an in-person poster and networking sessions from 5:00- 6:30 pm. It will then go virtual on Thursday, April 16th from 8:45 a.m. – 2:15 p.m and Friday, April 17th from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Learn More!
When: Wednesday, April 15th – Friday, April 17th, 2026
Where: Virtual
Contact: [email protected]
Public Health Programs at MSU Denver
Public Health Program at MSU Denver
https://www.msudenver.edu/health-professions/hep-programs/public-health/
The links below will take you to the current catalog year to see the program course requirements. If you are a current MSU Denver Student, for the most accurate course list, please use your personal catalog year, which can be found on a student’s degree progress report or on Navigate360. If you are a prospective student, please use the most current catalog year for reference.
Public Health Minors
- Public Health Minor
- Integrative Health Care Minor
- Lifestyle Medicine Minor
- Men’s Health Minor
- Pre-Healthcare Minor
Public Health Certificates
This is Public Health
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Denver, CO 80217-3362
