The theme for National Public Health Week 2025 is It Starts Here. Offering plenty of opportunities for fun, learning, and personal growth, the week is presented in partnership with the SPH-B Center for Community-Engaged Dissemination and Implementation Research and:
Location: Fourth Street in downtown Bloomington, Indiana.
Students, faculty, staff, and public health advocates are invited.
This lively and engaging event unites a dynamic group of creators by showcasing distinct cultures, traditions, and talents. Prepare for a memorable occasion brimming with music, dance, art, culinary delights, and more to celebrate the heritage of people from around the world who live in Bloomington.
Podcast Series: Everyday Public Health – What is public health featuring Dr. Priscilla Barnes
Location: Stonegate Arts and Education Center YouTube Time: 9–9:30 a.m. (Post-recording link included)
Workshop: Steps to Manage Stress & Build Resistance
Location: Zoom https://iu.zoom.us/j/81152219439 Time: 1:30–2:30 p.m. April is recognized as National Stress Awareness Month. Managing stress is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle, and knowing how to manage it can improve mental and physical well-being. Join us for the virtual workshop on recognizing stress and anxiety, taking steps to build resilience, and knowing where to go for help Partners: Healthy IU,
Podcast Series - Everyday Public Health – Behind the scenes with the Lawrence County Health Department
Location: Stonegate Arts and Education Center YouTube Time: 9–9:30 a.m. (Post-recording link included) Join us for a podcast spotlighting the unique challenges and innovative solutions shaping health and well-being in rural southern Indiana. Hear from local experts at the Lawrence County Health Department as they share inspiring stories of resilience, collaboration, and impact. From addressing access to care to promoting healthier communities, this series highlights the vital role of public health in transforming lives across southern Indiana. Partners: Stonegate Arts and Education, Lawrence County Economic Growth Council, IU School of Public Health-Bloomington: CCEDIR
GOAL Family Fun Night
Location: Banneker Community Center, 930 W. 7th Street, Bloomington Time: 6–7:00 p.m. Join us for an engaging evening showcasing the GOAL program (Get Onboard Active Living)! Families are invited to explore hands-on activities that promote wellness, including fun games, interactive demonstrations, and tips for staying active and healthy together. Come see how GOAL makes fitness and nutrition easy, enjoyable, and accessible for all ages! Partners: IU School of Public Health-Bloomington: CCEDIR and City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation
Podcast Series - Everyday Public Health – Words That Empower: Advancing Through Literacy
Location: Stonegate Arts and Education Center YouTube Time: 9–9:30 a.m. (Post-recording link included) Join us for a recording of Everyday Public Health, a podcast spotlighting the SOARplus: Adult Literacy Program and its unique reading, financial, digital, and math literacy opportunities. Learn more about why literacy is important and how it impacts your health. Partners: Stonegate Arts and Education, SOAR Plus
Life After IU: Young Professional Panel
Location: Hybrid (Zoom + Location TBD ) Time: 12–1 p.m. Description: Join us for an inspiring panel featuring recent IU graduates sharing their journeys into the professional world. Learn about their experiences, challenges, and successes as they transitioned from college life to thriving careers. Gain valuable insights, practical advice, and motivation to kick-start your own path to success after IU! Partners: IU School of Public Health-Bloomington: CCEDIR and SPH-B Office of Career Services
National Youth HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
Location: Indiana Memorial Union – Maple Room Time: 6–7:30 p.m. Sharing lived experiences through stories is an excellent tool for learning and engaging in sensitive topics. This is an opportunity to hear about their seroconversion, coming to terms with their HIV status, challenges living with HIV, disclosures, relationships and more. Details below: 5–6:00 p.m. Art Therapy (IMU Maple Room) 5–8:00 p.m. HIV/STI Testing (IMU—Popular and Hoosier Rooms) 6–7:30 p.m. Living with HIV Panel & Discussion (IMU Maple Room)
Podcast Series - Everyday Public Health – A Focus on Rural Youth Mental Health Programs
Location: Stonegate Arts and Education Center YouTube. Time: 9–9:30 a.m. (Post-recording link include) Joins Stonegate Arts and Education along with the Indiana University School of Social Work, Mitchell Community School Corporation, and Families Forever to learn more about rural youth programs focused on mental health. Partners: Stonegate Arts and Education, mitchell Community School Corporation, Families Forever Bedford
Optimizing Health for All: Mobilizing Faith and Health Partnerships
Location:Sherwood Oaks Christian Church, 2700 E. Rogers Road, Bloomington, IN Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Join us for an inspiring summit where faith leaders, healthcare professionals, and community champions unite to unlock the transformative power of faith-based partnerships. Together, we'll spark bold conversations, share groundbreaking ideas, and create actionable strategies to build vibrant, healthier communities for all. Partners: IU Health Bloomington Hospital
SPH-B Networking and Etiquette Dinner
Location:Indiana Memorial Union (IMU) Federal Room Time: 5:30–8 p.m. Experience an evening of professional development and fine dining at our special National Public Health Week event. Network informally with special guests while savoring appetizers and a full-course dinner. Our etiquette consultant will provide expert guidance on essential table manners, punctuality rules, and business etiquette preparing you to navigate dinner interviews, networking luncheons, and company parties with confidence. Please dress in business professional attire for this engaging experience. RSVP is required and limited seating is available. Learn more at the event page.
Podcast Series - Everyday Public Health – Meet the Lawrence County School Health Coordinator
Location: Stonegate Arts and Education Center YouTube. Time: 9–9:30 a.m. (Post-recording link included) Meet Meagan Shipley, Lawrence County School Health Coordinator, as she discusses the importance of her role in the school system, and the lasting impact it can have on students’ health and wellness. Partners: Stonegate Arts and Education, North Lawrence Community School
SPH-B Research Day
Location:SPH-B Gym 163 Time: 11:15 a.m.–3 p.m. As an undergraduate or graduate student in the IU School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B), you'll discover opportunities to work closely with our faculty on public health–related research. Join us for lunch and a keynote talk from 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in SPH-B room C100. After you share in the opportunity to lunch and learn from Dr. Leslie Hulvershorn, M.D., join us in PH Gym 163 for the student poster session from 12:30–2:30 p.m. During these poster sessions, undergraduate, master's-level, and Ph.D. students will present their research findings, supporting data, visual representations of their research, and a concise explanation. Stick around for the end, when we reveal the winners! Plan to present? Submit your info here. Partners: SPH-B Office of Events & Ceremonies and SPH-B Office of Research
Community Pickleball Tournament: Serve Up Fun and Health
Location: Hopewell Commons, Bloomington, IN Time: 3–6 p.m. Get ready for some friendly competition and community connection at our Pickleball Tournament! Open to players of all skill levels, this event is a great way to stay active, meet new people, and celebrate the spirit of National Public Health Week. Whether you're a seasoned pro or trying pickleball for the first time, come out and join us for a day of fun, fitness, and connection. Prizes, refreshments, and lots of laughs guaranteed! Partners: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation
Expressions of Wellness: A Visual and Creative Arts Showcase
Location: Stonegate Arts and Education Center, Bedford, IN Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Celebrate the power of creativity in promoting health and wellness! This inspiring event invites participants of all ages to express their vision of a healthier community through art. From vibrant posters to imaginative designs, showcase your unique perspective on what wellness means to you. Let your creativity spark conversations and inspire positive change! Partners: Stonegate Arts and Education, Lawrence County Economic Growth Council, IU School of Public Health-Bloomington: CCEDIR
Vive Santé: A Health Extravaganza with Haitian Families
Location: West End Chapel: 807 W Van Trees St. Washington, IN 47501 Time: 1–3 p.m. Description: Celebrate health, community, and culture at Vive Santé, a vibrant health extravaganza designed for Haitian families! Enjoy an engaging day filled with health screenings, wellness activities, interactive workshops, and cultural connections. Whether you're exploring resources, learning new health tips, or just having fun, this event is all about empowering families to thrive together. Let's build a healthier, stronger community—together! Partners: Stonegate Arts and Education, Lawrence County Economic Growth Council, IU School of Public Health-Bloomington: CCEDIR
This schedule was thoughtfully developed in collaboration with the IU CCEDIR core members serving on the Public Health Week planning committee. Our partners include the City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation, IU Health Bloomington Hospital, Stonegate Arts and Education Center, Lawrence County Literacy Council, Daviess Community Hospital, Purdue Extension- Daviess County, Daviess County Health Department, and Southern Indiana Community Health Care. Together, we are fostering community-engaged efforts to promote public health and well-being. CCEDIR thanks the following IU staff and community partners for their contributions to this celebration: Amy Meek, IU Health; Shelby Drake, City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation; Linda Henderson, Stonegate Arts and Education Center; Cathy Bullington, Lawrence County Economic Growth Council; Jennifer Stefancik, Luis Santiago, and Cindy Barber, Purdue Extension-Daviess County; Sarah Hembree and Pouagnel Elizair, Daviess County Health Department; Desiree Lewis, Carrie Shaw, and Shawna O’Kelley, Daviess Community Hospital, Dr. Deb Getz, Cheryl Kilmark, Amy Todd, Chelsea Simpkins, and Dr. Priscilla Barnes
