Public health is everywhere. It needs people from ALL backgrounds. Whether you’re studying engineering, biology, psychology, business, or something totally different, Public Health 101 shows how your skills can make a real-world impact.
What You’ll Learn
These classroom sessions break down what public health is, what professionals do day-to-day, and how public health shapes the communities we live in—from health policy and disease prevention to environmental health and social justice.
Interactive + Student-Led
Led by current UConn MPH students, these sessions are interactive, welcoming, and built for questions. You’ll hear honest insights about the MPH experience, career paths, and tuition-saving opportunities.
Panels, People, and Snacks
Each session features a panel that may include professors, researchers, students, or public health professionals, giving you multiple perspectives in one room. Plus, there will be snacks and drinks; because learning is better fueled.
Whether you’re curious about public health, thinking about grad school, or just exploring your options, Public Health 101 is an easy, low-commitment way to see if this field is for you.
Session Dates & Locations
1. UConn Hartford
Thursday, February 19, 2026
12:30 – 1:45 PM
HTB 216
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2. UConn Storrs
Thursday, February 26, 2026
12:30 – 1:45 PM
Student Union 310 (Multi-Purpose Meeting Room)
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To learn more about Public Health 101, please VISIT HERE.
For more information, contact: Program in Applied Public Health Sciences at phsadmins@uchc.edu