Academics
SPHHS Dean's Seminar to Discuss Health Policy Advocacy in Today's Climate
The SPHHS invites the campus community to attend the SPHHS dean's seminar, “Health Policy Advocacy in Today's Climate: Expert Experiences & Guidance,” on Oct. 3
Timme-Laragy Named Dialogic Classroom Fellow
Alicia Timme-Laragy has been named to the inaugural cohort of 2025-26 Dialogic Classroom Fellows by the Intergroup Dialogue Initiative (IGDI).
SPHHS Students Work Towards Making Positive Impacts in the HHMI Summer Research Internship
Four SPHHS students used an opportunity with HHMI along with their UMass education to aid studies meant to improve lives in the community and beyond.
SPHHS Educates Young Learners at Pre-College @ UMass Amherst
Three members of the SPHHS community spent part of their summer sharing knowledge with high school students at the university's Pre-College @ UMass program.
Elizabeth Chen Appointed to Lead Online MHA Program
The SPHHS has announced the appointment of Elizabeth Chen as the inaugural program director for its online Master of Health Administration (MHA) degree program.
Interprofessional Education Programs Bring Together Clinical Trainees
During the 2024–25 academic year, an interdisciplinary team worked together to build awareness and support for integrating IPE activities into coursework.
SPHHS Students Named 2025 Alumni Association Scholarship Recipients
The UMass Amherst Alumni Association has announced the recipients of its 2025 scholarships and awards, including 7 SPHHS students from all 4 majors.
Peltier Receives 2025 Open Education Initiative Grant
Professor of Environmental Health Sciences Richard Peltier is among the eight UMass Amherst faculty members receiving 2025 Open Education Initiative grants
Announcing the 2025 SPHHS Scholarship Award Winners
The SPHHS honored a group of over 50 undergraduate and graduate students during its annual Awards Celebration held on May 3, 2025.
SPHHS Celebrates Class of 2025
The SPHHS Senior Recognition Ceremony, held on May 17th, recognized its undergraduate Class of 2025, which this year welcomed nearly 500 graduating seniors.
Airín Martínez Receives Outstanding Teacher Award for 2024-25
Airín Martínez, Associate Professor of Health Policy and Management, has been named the winner of the school’s 2024-2025 College Outstanding Teacher Award.
Rachel Wacks Named Outstanding Graduate Student Teacher for 2024-25
Rachel Wacks, a doctoral candidate in epidemiology, has been selected as the recipient of the 2024-2025 SPHHS Outstanding Graduate Student Teacher Award.