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SPH-B mainstay summer statistics institute boosts career goals for undergraduate students nationwide

Friday, October 02, 2026

Lead by Raul Cruz, associate professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Research of Undergraduates Summer Institute of Statistics (RUSIS) program welcomed six undergraduate students selected from a pool of 35 nationwide applicants who spent eight weeks learning, researching, and collaborating on the picturesque IU Bloomington campus.

Beyond the surface: Ph.D. student's research highlights the vital role salon professionals play in Hoosier public health

Wednesday, September 30, 2026

SPH-B doctoral candidate Alexandra Hughes in the Department of Applied Health Science was recently awarded a National Institutes of Health F31 grant of $50,114 to expand the potential for impactful sexual and reproductive health interventions between salon professionals and their clients in Indiana.

Dong-Chul Seo named Chair for Department of Applied Health Science

Friday, September 25, 2026

Mainstay faculty member Dr. Seo will be taking over as chair of AHS from Dr. Eric Walsh-Buhi, effective immediately.

New SPH-B undergraduate major poises students for global impact

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Thanks to a pivotal partnership between the Department of Applied Health Science (AHS) and IU Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies, undergraduates can now earn their Bachelor of Science in Public Health (B.S.P.H.) in the field of global health.

Recognition Roundup: September 2026 edition

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Explore recent awards, honors, and accomplishments from members of the SPH-B community.

Student-led FIT 360 Lab hones SPH-B undergraduates' career path

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Nine months into his involvement with the FIT 360 Exercise Psychology and Behavioral Science Lab, SPH-B undergraduate Cameron McCrea found his true calling in research.

Putting it together: SPH-B grad student's involvement with community outreach efforts solidifies classroom learning

Friday, August 28, 2026

With the Center for Rural Engagement (CRE) Rural Scholars Program, graduate student Caley Monnier has been able to gain vital first-hand experience with preventative health services in rural Indiana to boost her career goals of attaining a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology.

Hot topic: $4 million NIH grant helps break new ground on heat stress research

Friday, August 28, 2026

Kinesiology Associate Professor Zac Schlader and his team at IU Bloomington, the University of New Mexico, and La Isla Network are working together on a pioneering four-year longitudinal data research project tracking core temperatures in approximately 300 construction workers across the southeast United States.

SPH-B senior Eniola Oke crowned Miss Indiana USA

Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Community health major Eniola Oke reflects on service, advocacy, and the experiences shaping her path as Miss Indiana USA.

Lights, camera, action! SPH-B undergraduate lands role in upcoming Little Five film

Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Thanks to her riding experience in the Little 500, SPH-B undergraduate Anna Witte unexpectedly landed a role as a riding double in the upcoming film Little Five, shot in B-town this past summer.

Exceptional alumni to be recognized at SPH-B Distinguished Alumni Awards ceremony

Monday, August 24, 2026

From advancing health equity and shaping public policy to improving youth health through physical activity and sport, this year’s recipients have made an impact across disciplines, communities, and sectors. 

Impactful partnership supports crucial preventative healthcare services for rural Hoosiers

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

 Thanks to the leadership of Beinner Family Professor Antonio S. Williams, SPH-B and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield will be collaborating to expand access to preventative health services in rural Indiana with two vital programs – Hoosier Health Check (HHC) and Unidad de Prevención de Diabetes.

Recognition Roundup: August 2026 edition

Friday, August 14, 2026

Explore recent awards, honors, and accomplishments from members of the SPH-B community.

SPH-B students kick off partnership discussions with UK-based university to bring Hoosier Sport to the global stage

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

This past summer, IU School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) students Julianna King, Anna Witte and Sophie Huber traveled  with faculty member Kyle Kercher to  Northumbria University in Newcastle, UK to begin initiating a global collaboration with the Indiana Hoosier Sport program.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield partner to expand rural health initiatives in Indiana

Monday, August 10, 2026

The partnership will expand access to prventive health services in rural Indiana through two mobile health initiatives serving communities with limited access to care.  

Four SPH-B faculty members awarded prestigious NIH R01 research grants

Friday, August 07, 2026

Four SPH-B faculty members have secured prestigious NIH R01 research project grants, supporting groundbreaking work that advances public health.  

Postdoc turned faculty member harnesses community partnership for two pivotal research projects supporting maternal and child health

Wednesday, July 29, 2026

For faculty member Armando Peña, forging his career path from postdoctoral fellow to assistant professor in the Department of Health & Wellness Design (HWD) began with a desire to make a difference in maternal and child health by fostering relationships with key community partners.  

Recognition Roundup: July 2026 edition

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Explore recent awards, honors, and accomplishments from members of the SPH-B community.

Keeping the Beat: Hoosier Sport rising senior spearheads clinical trial on how music influences exercise in middle school children

Friday, July 10, 2026

From class assignment to a formalized clinical trial approved by Indiana University, undergraduate Luke Troyer utilized resources at his disposal in the Hoosier Sport course to find out the impact music makes on encouraging middle school children to become more active.

Undergraduate Mentorship Program recruits SPH-B alumni to help support career goals of current students

Wednesday, July 08, 2026

Since its founding in 2023 by Chairman of the IU Board of Trustees and eminent surgeon David Hormuth, the SPH-B Undergraduate Mentorship program continues to grow as a cornerstone professional development initiative, connecting undergraduate students with accomplished alumni and public health leaders.  

Hands-on data collection experience in South Africa helps jumpstart MPH student's career goals in chronic disease management and intervention

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

For MPH student Jessica Duke, finding solutions to chronic health issues such as stress and Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) is the main driver for her career in Epidemiology and Biostatistics.

Two SPH-B students win prestigious Provost’s Award for Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Recent SPH-B graduates Claire Buddenbaum and Aidan Simons were recognized with the prestigious Provost's Award for Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity.

Applied Health Science faculty members recognized by the American Society for Nutrition

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Department of Applied Health Science Associate Professors Temitope Erinosho, Nana Gletsu Miller and Adjunct Professor of Practice/Dean’s Eminent Scholar Kevin Maki will be formally inducted during NUTRITION 2026, the ASN annual conference to be held in National Harbor, MD from July 25-28. 

Summer fellowship supports reimagining a foundational public health course for today's students

Monday, June 15, 2026

Summer fellowship support is helping an SPH-B faculty team reimagine a foundational public health course for today's students and the evolving public health workforce.  

Kinesiology faculty member receives international recognition from American College of Sports Medicine

Friday, June 12, 2026

Kinesiology Professor NiCole Keith was recently awarded the 2026 ACSM Citation Award at the organization’s annual conference held at the end of May in Salt Lake City, UT.

Department of Environmental and Occupational Health launches inaugural TSAP program in partnership with local community colleges

Tuesday, June 09, 2026

A new 2+2 pathway, the first of its kind at SPH-B, will enable students who have graduated with a Biology TSAP AS degree from Ivy Tech Community College or Vincennes University to transfer to IU Bloomington. Here, they can earn a Bachelor of Science in Public Health (BSPH) in Environmental Health in only two years.

Epidemiology and Biostatistics assistant professor chosen for 2026 Outstanding Junior Faculty Award

Tuesday, June 02, 2026

Assistant Professor Ricky Camplain was recently awarded the 2026 Outstanding Junior Faculty Award—one of only three faculty members across IU Bloomington campus to receive the distinction.

Celebrating community impact across SPH-B

Thursday, May 28, 2026

Several members of the SPH-B community were recently recognized for their deep commitment to meaningful, community-engaged public health practice.  

Students help rev up the Indy 500 thanks to SPH-B Career Services and The Indianapolis Motor Speedway collaboration

Friday, May 22, 2026

From guest experience tasks to working the garage and pits area, more than 40 SPH-B students have been involved over the last few months to make this historic sporting event happen this coming Sunday May 24.

HWD Interim Chair and Associate Professor honored for service to students and community during Water Safety Month

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

In recognition of his student support and mentoring, IU Club Sports and the Swim Club at IU formally changed their annual advisor award to “The Bill Ramos Club Sport Advisor of the Year” in honor of SPH-B Health & Wellness Design interim chair and Associate Professor, Bill Ramos.

Student Spotlight: EOH Ph.D. candidate wins Society of Toxicology travel support award grant to present research findings at annual conference

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Proudly representing our graduate program, Ph.D. student Chukwudike Igwe in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health (EOH) received a 2026 Society of Toxicology (SOT) Graduate Student Travel Support Award to attend the society’s annual meeting in San Diego, CA at the end of March and present his research findings.

Founding director of the Maternal and Child Health Program selected for IU Faculty Academy on Excellence in Teaching

Thursday, May 07, 2026

Our public health community is pleased to share that Cecilia Obeng, professor in the Department of Applied Health Science and IU graduate, has been inducted into the prestigious IU Faculty Academy on Excellence in Teaching (FACET).

Ryan White Memorial sculpture “Keep Going” to be unveiled at Indiana Memorial Union

Tuesday, May 05, 2026

The official unveiling of the Ryan White Memorial sculpture "Keep Going" to take place on June 10, 2026, at the Indiana Memorial Union.

HWD professor spearheads partnerships with crucial stakeholders to launch mental health app for breast cancer survivors

Tuesday, May 05, 2026

Associate Professors Evan Jordan in the SPH-B Department of Health & Wellness Design and Shelley Johns in the IU School of Medicine launch WithYou PINK wellness app that provides proven therapeutic tools to help breast cancer survivors with the support of Indiana CTSI and Boomerang Ventures.

Statewide scholarship for SPH-B senior highlights excellence of AHS Didactic Program

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Graduating senior and SPH-B student Olivia Stevenson was recently awarded a $1,000 scholarship from the Indiana Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics (IAND).

Ph.D. student receives USA Track & Field award for the development of data analytic tool to measure performance of elite javelin throwers

Thursday, April 16, 2026

SPH-B Ph.D. student Perry Battles was recently awarded the Dr. Mel Ramey Sport Science Award for 2025 by USA Track & Field (USATF). Battles played a key role in developing out the markerless motion capture program called JavBuddy, which analyzes video of elite USA javelin throwers to help them refine their performance.

EOH faculty member awarded more than $1 million in USDA grant funding for the study and prevention of avian flu

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Associate Professor Roberto Rodríguez in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health recently received grant funding from the HPAI Poultry Innovation Grand Challenge, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to conduct trailblazing research on combating avian flu outbreak in poultry farms across Indiana.

NBER grant enables SPH-B faculty member to create first database of state Medicaid policies related to ADRD nationwide

Monday, March 30, 2026

Assistant Professor Indrakshi Roy in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics was recently awarded a two-year Early Career-Research on Economics of Alzheimer’s/Dementia (EC-READ) grant from the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) in the amount of $50,000 to create a centralized database of various state Medicaid policies directly related to dementia.

SPH-B Center for Health by Design welcomes new Co-Directors

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Edmond Ramly, who is Program Director of Design & Implementation Sciences for the Department of Health & Wellness Design (HWD) and Smith, who started his dual appointment in both HWD and the Department of Applied Health Science (AHS) last month, are the new co-directors for the Center for Health by Design (CHxD).

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington to kick off National Water Safety Month with film screening of When Everyone Swims

Tuesday, March 03, 2026

The screening will take place at IU Cinema on Tuesday, April 28, at 8 p.m. and will be followed by a Q&A session with the film's director—Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Jerald Harkness, Olympic medalist Lilly King, and Dr. Tiffany Monique Quash.  

Putting It Together – SPH-B Laboratory Coordinator is a main curator in upcoming ‘Shipwrecks: Living Museums’ Exhibition

Thursday, February 26, 2026

Laboratory Coordinator and Open Water Scuba Instructor for the SPH-B Center for Underwater Science and Academic Diving Program, Muckerheide is a main curator of the upcoming Shipwrecks: Living Museums exhibition, which will open in the William Mathers Gallery on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at the IU Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology.

Two SPH-B gerontologists earn Fellowships in the Society of Behavioral Medicine

Thursday, February 26, 2026

In a testament to the ongoing excellence of SPH-B, two of our faculty have been inducted as Fellows into the Society of Behavioral Medicine (SBM): Professor Richard Holden and our newest faculty member, Professor Matthew Lee Smith.

SPH-B Ph.D. candidate awarded postdoctoral fellowship to detect early markers for possible cognitive decline

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Ph.D. candidate Maria Klein was selected for a two-year Post-Doctoral Training Award (T32) from the Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI) to train and evaluate effectiveness of a passive digital marker algorithm in detecting early markers for cognitive decline in electronic health records for those 65 and over.

Earth Connection Film Festival showcases hope and interdependence for Earth Day

Friday, February 13, 2026

International film festival at IU Cinema brings nuance, hope, and soul to environmental issues.  

Mainstay faculty member garners recognition from prestigious academic journal for peer review excellence

Monday, February 09, 2026

Temitope Erinosho, an associate professor in the Department of Applied Health Sciences, was selected for the 2025 Outstanding Reviewer Award from The Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (JAND).

SPH-B leadership aids in developing critical asbestos screening tool for construction workers

Friday, January 30, 2026

Sembajwe's mentee Sundus Siddique was recently awarded a grant of $19,971 by the North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Education and Research Center (NC OSHERC) for the research project “A Novel Approach to Quantifying Occupational Asbestos Exposure: Development and Validation of a Comprehensive Index Using the Occupational Lung Registry Program Data for Construction Trade Workers.”  

New Clinical Trial Demonstrates that Eating Beef Each Day Does Not Affect Risk Factors for Type 2 Diabetes

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Adjunct Professor Kevin Maki is senior author on the study, “Effects of Diets Containing Beef Compared with Poultry on Pancreatic β -Cell Function and Other Cardiometabolic Health Indicators in Males and Females with Prediabetes: A Randomized, Crossover Trial,” published in Current Developments in Nutrition.  

School of Public Health-Bloomington welcomes Erin Brockovich to IU Bloomington campus for Ruth Clifford Engs Lecture in Public Health

Monday, January 19, 2026

Renowned consumer advocate and environmental activist Erin Brockovich to deliver Ruth Clifford Engs Lecture in Public Health at IU Bloomington on February 10, 2026.

EOH Chair becomes President-Elect of nationwide inclusive STEM organization

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

EOH Chair Patricia Silveyra is stepping into a new leadership role as President-Elect of this nationwide professional organization. Her voluntary four-year term on the SACNAS Executive Committee began January 1.

SPH-B Organizational Announcements: Drs. Grace Sembajwe, William D. Ramos

Monday, January 05, 2026

Please join me in thanking Drs. Jordan and Rotich for their service and congratulating Drs. Sembajwe and Ramos in their new respective roles.

SPH-B postdoctoral fellow develops rigorous method to assess lifespan-healthspan dynamics

Monday, January 05, 2026

Until recently, the critical question “As longevity increases, are we gaining healthier years or simply more years?” was unanswered—partly because there was no standard method for statistically combining longitudinal mortality and morbidity data in longevity research.

NSF-funded research on climate change messaging gets underway thanks to an EOH faculty and postdoc partnership

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Thanks to a $425,000 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF),  Eise and postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health (EOH), Junghyun Moon, are currently conducting a vital climate change messaging research project entitled, “Retelling the Story: A Longitudinal Study Exploring How Tailored Moral, Ethical, and/or Spiritual Multimedia Narratives Influence Climate Change Mental Models.”

Dean's Eminent Scholar named Fellow of the American Mathematical Society

Friday, December 12, 2025

Professor and Dean’s Eminent Scholar in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Javier Rojo, Ph.D. has been chosen as a Fellow of the American Mathematical Society (AMS) for 2026.

Kurt M. Ribisl Named Dean of Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington

Monday, December 08, 2025

Indiana University Bloomington has appointed Kurt M. Ribisl as dean of the IU School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B). He will assume the role March 1, 2026.      

AHS professor receives R01 grant for nationwide study on depression intervention strategies for low-income mothers

Thursday, December 04, 2025

Kit Elam, Ph.D. and his team were awarded a National Institutes of Mental Health R01 grant in the amount of $3,792,108 R01 for the five-year project "Prevention of Maternal Depression across 25 years in the Context of Sociocultural Risk and a Randomized Parenting Intervention".  

Behind the scenes: inside IU’s groundbreaking Cream and Crimson Experience course

Tuesday, December 02, 2025

Thanks to a partnership between SPH-B and The Media School, this newly-launched course provides students with hands-on experience creating content and managing social media platforms for IU's Cream and Crimson Studios.      

Mainstay training program for Ph.D. students in drug abuse research gets federal funding renewed

Thursday, November 13, 2025

The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) has awarded a third grant renewal in the amount of $1,081,020 to continue to fund the ongoing T32 program “Integrative Predoctoral Training in Drug Abuse Research at Indiana University.”      

New RCAP Director of Research secures federal funding to bring medical services to unsheltered HIV and HCV community members in Indiana

Wednesday, November 05, 2025

Thanks to the tireless work of SPH-B faculty member Alison Greene, Ph.D. fostering community partnerships, people living unsheltered with HIV and Hepatitis C (HCV)   Indiana have a greater chance at receiving low-barrier quality medical care.      

SPH-B leader selected by IPHA for Distinguished Public Health Service Award

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

 For Assistant Dean for Faculty Success Richard Holden, Ph.D., research mentorship has been key to his own accomplishments as well as supporting the professional development of his peers.

EOH Chair elected to the American Lung Association of Indiana Leadership Board

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

When it comes to lung disease awareness and education in Indiana, Patricia Silveyra, Ph.D. is leading the way.

SPH-B faculty provide their expertise to first-year undergraduate students in new eight-week program

Friday, October 10, 2025

This past summer, several of our School of Public Health-Bloomington faculty members helped develop course topics and curriculum in preparation for Indiana University Bloomington introducing its First-Year Seminar (FYS) undergraduate compulsory eight-week course module for the 2025-26 academic year.

School to Celebrate Distinguished Alumni, Scholarship Recipients, and Award-Winning Faculty

Wednesday, October 01, 2025

The Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) will gather at 5 p.m. next Wednesday in Alumni Hall at the Indiana Memorial Union for their annual Awards Gala, an elegant and joyful event to honor scholarship winners, outstanding educators, and Distinguished Alumni Award recipients.

SPH-B students participate in vital environmental impact study of DigIndy Tunnel system

Monday, September 29, 2025

Since January of this year, Capone and his students have been collecting data on how the DigIndy project in Indianapolis —a 28-mile-long network of tunnels being built 250 feet beneath the city to divert at least 95 percent of combined sewer overflows (CSOs)—is currently making an impact on the environment. In late July, Capone and his team were awarded an R21 grant from the National Institutes of Health in the amount of $435,875 to continue the project for the next two years and finance the microbiological analysis of the collected samples.

Faculty member named Provost Professor

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

The distinction is awarded each year "to bring significant honor to faculty who have achieved local, national, and international distinction in both teaching and research/creative activity."

SPH-B student and staff member receives nationwide recognition for spearheading citizen opioid response training program

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Director of the Indiana University Citizen Opioid Responders (COR) training program Cris Henderson was selected for the annual 2025 College-Based Leadership Award from the Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs (AOTD) Section of the American Public Health Association for their work on empowering the general public to save lives in Indiana. 

School to Honor Jessica Leston, Founder of The Raven Collective, with Ryan White Distinguished Leadership Award

Wednesday, September 10, 2025

The Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) is honored to announce that Jessica Leston, founder of The Raven Collective, is the recipient of the 2025 Ryan White Distinguished Leadership Award.

"Truths that don't fit neatly into a graph": SPH-B faculty, staff, and students kick off health equity research in tribal jails

Friday, September 05, 2025

Thanks to a $4,000 grant from the IU Futures Program in the College of Arts and Sciences, a team of SPH-B faculty members, students, and staff traveled to the federally recognized Hualapai Tribe in Peach Springs, Arizona at the end of July to conduct research on health equity issues amongst tribal jails on the reservation.

Hoosier Sport awarded Gainbridge grant to host upcoming leadership symposium for middle school girls in rural Indiana

Thursday, September 04, 2025

Long-standing SPH-B community outreach program Hoosier Sport is poised to make history, thanks to a $5,000 Gainbridge Assists Powered by Parity grant recently awarded by Gainbridge Party and the Women’s Sports Foundation (WSF).

EOH Department introduces nation's first Ph.D. minor in Children's Environmental Health

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Thanks to the tireless efforts of Assistant Professor Michelle Del Rio, Ph.D., the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health (EOH) has introduced a new Ph.D. minor in Children’s Environmental Health (CEH) for this coming academic year—the first of its kind in the nation.

HWD professor/ IU graduate plays crucial role in NSF-funded AI software training to expand mental health accessibility

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

Edlin Garcia, Ph.D., is playing a crucial role in a U.S. National Science Foundation-funded interdepartmental study to accountably train AI Large Language Models (LLMs) to effectively assist trained mental health professionals in assessing patient needs and prioritizing high-risk cases.

A place at the table: Faculty member spearheads community resource to address health equity in aging

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Drew Pickett, Ph.D. is leading major efforts to involve elder community members of Bloomington in issues that are important to them.

Faculty member’s innovative elephant research garners university and national support

Thursday, July 24, 2025

Chusyd says using elephants as a comparative study to human health is not as far-fetched as it seems. Elephants and humans have comparable lifespans, similarly rely on complex social bonds, and demonstrate empathy.

A familiar face: After 25 years, Applied Health Science Didactic Program welcomes IU graduate as new director

Monday, July 14, 2025

Wang shadowed Getty over the course of the 2024–25 academic year, giving Getty ample time to impart her wisdom and ensure a smooth transition.   

Despite grant termination, SPH-B faculty launch critical rural health initiative

Friday, July 11, 2025

SPH-B faculty members Ines Gonzalez-Casanova, Ph.D. and Karla Galaviz, Ph.D. were more than a year into designing a crucial intervention for diabetes detection  when—shortly before launch—the project grant funding was terminated.

Faculty member receives Distinguished Service Award from Indiana University

Tuesday, July 08, 2025

The Mary Burgan Distinguished Service Award is "is intended to recognize service in the same way that other awards recognize distinguished teaching or research."

Faculty member named Fellow of Gerontological Society of America

Monday, July 07, 2025

SPH-B is thrilled to announce that Assistant Dean for Faculty Success Rich Holden, Ph.D. was recently awarded Fellow status in the Gerontological Society of America (GSA).

SPH-B graduate leaves legacy of STEM education for local youth thanks to faculty support

Friday, June 13, 2025

A full-time environmental investigator for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and the founder of the Girls, Inc. of Monroe County, Indiana annual Science Fest, Alford is dedicated to promoting careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) to young girls—thanks in large part to the continued encouragement and support of her faculty mentor Patricia Silveyra, Ph.D., chair of the SPH-B Department of Environmental and Occupational Health.

SPH-B graduate kicks off efforts to bring Hoosier Sport community outreach program to the global stage

Monday, June 02, 2025

Otile is dedicated to advancing Hoosier Sport Global to include a summer exchange program where SPH-B students can engage with youth in Apac for college credit, while students from Apac can come to IU Bloomington and experience everything the campus has to offer.

SPH-B faculty receives Outstanding Service Award from national organization

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Associate Professor Angela Chow received the Outstanding Service Award from the Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD) Asian Caucus at their May biennial meeting.

SPH-B research intern’s poster presentation on mild cognitive impairment wins first place

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Each year, the Indiana University-Bloomington Center of Excellence for Women & Technology (CEWIT) hosts a campus-wide Women’s Research Poster Competition open to both graduate and undergraduate students whose research overlaps with technology. Sophomore Nithya Murthy, who has for the past year worked in the Jordan Lab as part of the IU School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) Department of Health & Wellness, earned the First Place Outstanding Research Award in the category of Health and Behavioral Sciences for her poster entitled, "Impact of Mild Cognitive Impairment Subtypes on the Geospatial Movement of Seniors."

A family affair: Father/daughter duo graduate from IU in the same weekend

Monday, May 05, 2025

For SPH-B undergraduate student and long-time Hoosier Reginald “Reggie” Johnson, nothing is more important than family. And at this week's Indiana University Commencement—on his 45th birthday—he will become the first person on his side of the family to graduate from college, earning his bachelor of science in Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management. That same weekend, his daughter Liv Clements will graduate with her bachelor of arts in from IU's The Media School.

SPH-B Organizational Announcement: Jerono Rotich, Interim Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs

Monday, May 05, 2025

 Her experience over the last several years has perfectly positioned her to fulfill these new responsibilities.

HRSA grant expands telehealth resources to support mental well-being of rural Hoosiers

Thursday, May 01, 2025

Through federal funding and a key partnership with Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center (MHHCC), faculty in the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) Department of Applied Health Science are making mental health resources more readily available to a growing number of residents in rural southern Indiana.

Two faculty members selected for IU Faculty Academy on Excellence in Teaching

Tuesday, April 22, 2025

The School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) is pleased to share that two of our distinguished faculty in the Department of Kinesiology—Clinical Associate Professor Cassandra Coble, Ph.D. and Professor Donetta Cothran, Ph.D.—have been named members of the historic IU Faculty Academy on Excellence in Teaching (FACET). Coble and Cothran, both of whom in recent years have won the IU Trustees Teaching Award, will be formally inducted next month at the annual FACET Retreat at Abe Martin Lodge in Brown County, Indiana.

"Troubling:" SPH-B faculty member publishes evidence of racial bias in quality of care

Thursday, April 17, 2025

To physicians and researchers, the data is stark: Black patients are more likely to experience vascular disease–related limb amputation than their non-Black counterparts. While the statistics are clear, the reasons for this disparity have long been debated. And for decades, Associate Professor Corey Kalbaugh has wrestled with the dialogue around this issue.

School to launch groundbreaking new undergraduate degree program in sexual and reproductive health

Friday, April 11, 2025

An informative webinar is scheduled for Monday, April 21 at 12:30 p.m. EDT.

SPH-B partnership launches child development and certification opportunities for high school students

Monday, April 07, 2025

The two qualifying classes are co-taught by GRCC instructor Jean Wright and SPH-B faculty member Dr. Deb Getz, CYC-P, clinical associate professor in the Department of Applied Health Science, who is president of the Child & Youth Care Certification Board (CYCCB).

Ph.D. student honored with selective Indiana University award for teaching

Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Khan is in her third and final year of the Ph.D. program. Her teaching journey as an AI began in 2022 when she took a required teaching course with her award-winning mentor and clinical professor Catherine Sherwood-Laughlin.

SPH-B Organizational Announcement: Jaroslaw Harezlak is Chair of the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics

Thursday, March 13, 2025

The appointment was effective March 1, 2025.

Ph.D. candidate emerges from highly competitive process as Student Fellow in the American Public Health Association

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Sophia Salem's role will have significant impact on APHA initiatives and Salem's own professional development.

Forbes highlights postdoctoral researcher in “30 Under 30 in Healthcare” feature

Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Applied Health Science postdoctoral research fellow Hannah Javidi, Ph.D. is expanding the creative possibilities of empowering adolescents in America to harness the power of sexual consent.

Professor Rich Holden named James A. Caplin, M.D. Chair in Evidence-Based Public Health

Monday, March 03, 2025

The Indiana University Board of Trustees recently approved the appointment of Assistant Dean for Faculty Success Rich Holden, Ph.D. to the James A. Caplin, M.D. Chair in Evidence-Based Public Health.

Faculty lead webinars for United Nations Medical Workforce

Friday, February 28, 2025

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) faculty across a range of disciplines are presenting a series of webinars for the United Nations Medical Workforce. Two sessions, welcoming a total of 200 participants, have taken place so far in 2025—and three more are scheduled in March through June.

Faculty expert on human health risk assessment elected Fellow of Academy of Toxicological Sciences

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

The Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) is pleased to announce that Associate Professor Kan Shao was recently named a Fellow of the prestigious Academy of Toxicological Sciences (ATS). The distinction was granted, according to the organization, "following a thorough review of his scientific credentials by his peers."

Award for Ph.D. student’s research highlights positive outcomes from increased tourism accessibility

Friday, February 14, 2025

When it comes to improving the collective travel experience of people with disabilities (PWDs), Ph.D. student Chenggang Hua in the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) Department of Health & Wellness Design keeps challenging the U.S. tourism industry to broaden their horizons.

Decorated faculty member named Fellow of National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education

Wednesday, February 05, 2025

Her appointment as a NAKHE Fellow comes shortly after Dr. Rotich received the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award from the University of North Carolina Greensboro (UNCG) School of Health and Human Sciences

Mainstay Kinesiology professor’s nationwide award highlights excellence of IU Sport Marketing and Management Program

Tuesday, February 04, 2025

Throughout a career spanning more than 25 years, Paul Pedersen has made an indelible impact on the SPH-B Sport Marketing and Management Program—so it comes as no surprise that the North American Society for Sport Management (NASSM) would present him with the 2025 Distinguished Research Award.

Prestigious award highlights faculty member’s contributions to sexual consent research among youth

Monday, February 03, 2025

A hot-button issue amongst today’s youth is sexual consent, a topic that William L. Yarber Endowed Professor in Sexual Health Kristen Jozkowski, Ph.D. has spent the last several years studying and shaping with her professional expertise.

Two SPH-B community members chosen for campus-wide Staff Merit Awards

Tuesday, January 21, 2025

Candidates are nominated by colleagues for their contributions to “fostering a positive work environment and encouraging continued excellence." The goal of the recognition is to foster a continued spirit of community and gratitude.

THRIVE NOW study lays the groundwork for holistic health and weight loss plans for Black survivors of breast cancer

Tuesday, January 07, 2025

Associate Professor Misty Hawkins, Ph.D. partners with Shelley Johns, Psy.D. from the IU School of Medicine and Jennifer McChristian, M.S.W., D.S.W., L.C.S.W. from IU Indianapolis to creat THRIVE NOW, a three-phase research program to develop healthy weight and wellness programs for Black breast cancer survivors.

Faculty member honored by APHA for early-career excellence in public health law

Friday, December 20, 2024

"Receiving this award has been both humbling and motivating," shares Dr. Camplain. "It’s a reminder that my hard work is being recognized and that I need to continue striving for meaningful change."

Student and faculty member’s wide-reaching impact lauded by Indiana Public Health Association

Friday, December 13, 2024

The Indiana Public Health Association (IPHA) recognized two members of the SPH-B community for their extraordinary contributions to the field of public health.

School to Celebrate Distinguished Alumni, Scholarship Recipients, and Award-Winning Faculty

Monday, December 09, 2024

The Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) will gather at 5 p.m. this Thursday in Alumni Hall at the Indiana Memorial Union for their annual Awards Gala, an elegant and joyful event to honor scholarship winners, outstanding educators, and Distinguished Alumni Award recipients.

Hoosier Sport program garners national recognition; introduces impactful undergraduate course

Monday, December 09, 2024

Since its establishment in May of 2023, Hoosier Sport has become an unstoppable force in helping kids in rural Indiana experience the transformative power of sport and physical activity to shape healthier futures, thanks to the community outreach efforts of SPH-B students under faculty leadership. 

Faculty member receives $900k to tailor dementia caregiving app for Hispanic populations nationwide

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

When loved ones are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD), caregivers are often unprepared to effectively provide support. The challenges increase for many Hispanic families living in the U.S. for many reasons; one being support materials and resources aren’t available in their spoken language.

Faculty member and high school student create water safety program for inner-city kids

Monday, November 18, 2024

In recent years, water safety has become synonymous with Bill Ramos, Ph.D., associate professor in the Department of Health & Wellness Design. A member of the American Red Cross Scientific Advisory Council and native Hoosier, Dr. Ramos has made significant inroads putting water safety in the national spotlight, even aiding in the rollout of the first-ever U.S. National Water Safety Action Plan last year.

Indiana Latino Institute recognizes early career faculty member

Monday, November 18, 2024

Last month, Assistant Professor Michelle Del Rio, Ph.D. in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health (EOH) was only one of three professionals statewide whom the Indiana Latino Institute named to the "Elevated Latinos Under 40" Leadership Award Series.

Postdoctoral fellow awarded funds to alleviate harms of food insecurity in central Indiana

Tuesday, October 29, 2024

The diversity supplement will support research led by several investigators including SPH-B faculty.

Richard Cleland wins national award for distinguished public service

Thursday, October 17, 2024

IU School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) Adjunct Associate Professor Richard Cleland is the 2024 recipient of the Atkinson Stern Award for Distinguished Public Service.

Faculty member partners with IU School of Medicine to initiate hypertension interventions for HIV patients

Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Recent research shows an often-overlooked high rate of hypertension associated with HIV. Starting with Indianapolis, faculty member Karla Galaviz, Ph.D. is leading the way in hypertension screening interventions for those living with HIV.

Researcher receives $400k to collect data on health and development markers for children in Mozambique

Thursday, October 10, 2024

Drew Capone, Ph.D. in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health is the recipient a two-year, $414,616 grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for Quelimane Urban Environment and Sanitation Transformation (QUEST) project in Mozambique.

Faculty member nationally recognized by FDA for crucial contributions to food safety testing

Wednesday, October 09, 2024

Quietly and dutifully, faculty member Eduardo Ximenes, Ph.D.is spearheading vital research to make food safer for everyone nationwide.

Department chair awarded more than $500k to study skin cancer prevention via social media

Thursday, October 03, 2024

The focus on the younger population is vital, as data shows that if a person gets five or more blistering sunburns before age 20, the likelihood of getting skin cancer increases three-fold

Renewed support and illuminating results for faculty-led research on cognitive decline in rural South Africa

Wednesday, October 02, 2024

A longer life doesn't necessarily translate to a better life—particularly if aging persons develop cognitive conditions that affect their ability to care for themselves and others. This important distinction drives ongoing research by Associate Professor Molly Rosenberg, Ph.D.

Faculty member named Fellow of National Academy of Recreational Therapists

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

SPH-B is thrilled to announce that long-time faculty member Jared Allsop, Ph.D., clinical assistant professor in the Department of Health & Wellness Design, was recently elected as a Fellow of the prestigious National Academy of Recreational Therapists (NART).

Doctoral student awarded $98k to jumpstart a research career on substance use and chronic pain

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Ph.D. student Alynna Summit awarded two-year NIDA F31 fellowship grant to study the relationship between chronic pain and substance use.

School to Honor Creators of Groundbreaking 1989 Story, "When AIDS Comes Home"

Thursday, September 05, 2024

The SPH-B Rural Center for AIDS/STD Prevention (RCAP) will award photojournalist Michael A. Schwarz and medical reporter Steve Sternberg, creators of the  August 1989 Atlanta Journal-Constitution feature "When AIDS Comes Home: The Life and Death of Tom Fox," with the 2024 Ryan White Distinguished Leadership Award.

Faculty member and former student team up with Kenyan universities to launch IU Community Health Improvement Plan abroad

Wednesday, September 04, 2024

Last summer, Priscilla Barnes, associate professor in the Department of Applied Health Science—with help from her former doctoral student Josephine Mwangi—spent 13 days in Kenya building relationships with Kenyatta and Kabarak Universities.

Faculty member awarded $3.7 million to investigate inequities in environmental stressors and cognitive decline in urban and rural older adults

Monday, August 26, 2024

For many older adults, stress is a natural part of daily life. But could it contribute to their cognitive decline?

SPH-B leader helps develop and facilitate discourse among scholars from around the world

Thursday, August 22, 2024

Dr. Keith’s dedication to prehabilitation made her a perfect moderator for "The Foundation for Improving Rehabilitation Service Delivery and Care across the Life Course: Continuity and Person-Centered Care and the Lived Experience of Health."

Students internationally recognized for for recent research linking travel and mental health

Tuesday, August 20, 2024

Doctoral students Chenggang Hua and Xing Yao in the Department of Health & Wellness Design are spearheading an emerging research trend studying the therapeutic effects of travel participation on alleviating depression in trauma survivors.

Faculty member trailblazes for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia caregiver support

Thursday, August 15, 2024

For Dean’s Eminent Scholar and Associate Professor Nicole Werner, Ph.D., teamwork is key to her research on caring for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (AD/ADRD).

Professor receives several high-profile honors

Friday, August 09, 2024

Dong-Chul Seo, professor in the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) Department of Applied Health Science, continues to garner accolades for his commitment to the advancement of science.

No experience necessary: Undergraduate students participate in formative summer research

Monday, August 05, 2024

Ten students from around the country who completed the six-week Research Experience in Asthma and Lung Disease for Emerging Adaptive Leaders (REAL-DEAL) came into the program with little or no experience with this subject—and left knowledgeable and empowered.

SPH-B career services professional recognized for outstanding service

Wednesday, July 31, 2024

Faculty member receives almost $1 million grant for study of lead exposure in Indiana households

Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Assistant Professor Michelle Del Rio has been awarded a federal grant of $994,743 for her “Healthy Homes Technical Study Proposal” to investigate lead exposure in homes and examine its risks.

Researcher granted more than $2 million to develop statistical models for analyzing data on physical activity

Tuesday, July 09, 2024

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) Associate Professor Roger Zoh is among several researchers who want to know: What is the effect of physical activity or inactivity on the risk of developing chronic diseases and mortality when the available data might be error prone?

Faculty collaborate with UP Manila as part of larger global health equity initiative

Wednesday, June 26, 2024

Two faculty members in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics—Carmen Tekwe, Ph.D. and Roger Zoh, Ph.D.—recently obtained a "Memorandum of Intent (MOI) for Collaboration between School of Public Health at Indiana University and College of Public Health, University of the Philippines Manila (UP Manila)" to establish continued research to combat health disparities in obesity and the collection of data about type 2 diabetes.

Faculty member collaborates with non-profit to spearhead first privately funded lifejacket loaner station in Gary, Indiana

Monday, June 17, 2024

Thanks to the combined efforts of private citizens and volunteers including faculty member Bill Ramos, Miller Beach in Gary, Indiana has introduced its first 24-hour open community lifejacket lending station. It is the first that has been fully privately funded by a group of concerned citizens.

Students win award from local chapter of Habitat for Humanity

Tuesday, June 04, 2024

IU School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) recent graduates Emma Schreier and Fiona Goldman were presented with the 2024 “Leaving a Legacy” Award from Habitat for Humanity (HFH) Monroe County Chapter for their intern work creating the Youth Sweat Equity curriculum.

Catherine Sherwood-Laughlin chosen for 2024 Gordon Faculty Award by IU Office of Student Life

Wednesday, May 29, 2024

For 32 years, Catherine Sherwood-Laughlin has made it her mission to support her students at Indiana University—on campus and beyond.

SPH-B Organizational Announcement: Dr. Maria Parker named Interim Assistant Dean for Undergraduate, Graduate, and Postdoctoral Research

Monday, May 20, 2024

The appointment is effective May 2024.

Increased state funding expands research possibilities for IUSPHB at shipwreck nature preserves 

Monday, May 06, 2024

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently increased funding for the IU School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) Center for Underwater Science to conduct vital graduate and undergraduate research programs in the Great Lakes.

SPH-B graduate reinvents THRIVE LLC with a holistic health approach for undergraduate support

Monday, April 22, 2024

Alumnus Dani Doyle has 33 undergraduates enrolled in the LLC this academic year, all living two floors above her office in Read Hall.

Dr. Selwyn Vickers, Friend and Adviser to IU School of Public Health-Bloomington Is Honored with 2024 Johns Hopkins Distinguished Medical Alumnus Award

Monday, April 22, 2024

April 22, 2024 - Selwyn M. Vickers, MD, FACS, the current president and CEO of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK), and longtime colleague of faculty at the School of Public Health-Bloomingon (SPH-B), was selected on Feb. 29, 2024, as a recipient of this year’s Johns Hopkins University Distinguished Medical Alumnus Award.

SPH-B climbs five points in the U.S. News & World Report ranking of Public Health Grad Schools for 2024–25

Tuesday, April 09, 2024

As part of its annual rankings of “Best Public Health Grad Schools” nationwide, U.S. News & World Report announces that the School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) has advanced five spots and is now #38 (of 213 schools).

Three SPH-B students to be recognized at campus-wide Senior Recognition Awards brunch

Friday, April 05, 2024

Each spring Indiana University hosts the Senior Recognition Awards, publicly celebrating seniors across campus for their scholarship, leadership, and service to IU during their undergraduate years.  

IU and SPH-B partner with Integrative Wellness, LLC to increase Hoosiers’ access to integrated healthcare

Friday, April 05, 2024

Increasing the availability of integrated healthcare in Boone County, IN has been a long-term vision of Lynette Clark and Doug McGuire, co-owners of Integrative Wellness, LLC (InWell). In partnership with Witham Health Services and with support from IU School of Public Health Bloomington (SPH-B) and Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health (IU Indianapolis) faculty and staff, the team received a $1 million Community Catalyst Grant from the Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addiction to move the vision closer to reality.

"Mutually beneficial": Faculty mentors help grow student Honors Program

Tuesday, April 02, 2024

SPH-B leaders Kathy Finley and Angela Taylor are quick to express that the faculty-student partnerships formed in the program are integral to its success.

Faculty members receive grant to study feasibility of mobile pop-up units for diabetes prevention

Friday, March 22, 2024

The grant from the National Institutes of Health will fund SPH-B researchers' crucial efforts to use new and novel resources in preventing diabetes.

SPH-B chapter of the campus-wide Faculty 2 Faculty Mentoring program gets underway

Thursday, March 21, 2024

The celebratory lunch was held in the Coronation Room in the IMU Tudor Room. Currently there are 10 mentees and 13 mentors involved in this year-long program, according to Dr. Jerono Rotich, associate dean for organizational climate, inclusion, and belonging. The key objective of the program is providing support for faculty success and retention across IU.

Faculty member completes first stage of community-based substance abuse research project

Wednesday, March 06, 2024

IU School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) Assistant Professor Angela G. Campbell, Ph.D. recently completed stage one of a research project in partnership with Dove Recovery House for Women and  Stagz Transitional Housing in Indianapolis.

SPH-B advisor recognized with national award

Wednesday, February 21, 2024

IU School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) is delighted to share that Academic Advisor Nicole "Niki" Blackwell was selected for the National Conference on Academic Advising (NACADA) 2024 Region 5 Primary Role Advisor Excellence in Advising Award.

Founding Dean Receives Lifetime Achievement Award from American Academy of Health Behavior

Wednesday, February 14, 2024

IU School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) Dean Emeritus Mohammad Torabi received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Academy of Health Behavior (AAHB).

Faculty member secures grant to support sexual and gender minority AD/ADRD caregivers

Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) is pleased to announce that Drew Pickett, Ph.D., assistant professor in the Department of Health & Wellness Design (HWD), was awarded a K01 grant of $657,455 from the National Institute on Aging (NIA)

Dr. Stephen O'Brien joins school as visiting senior scientist

Monday, February 05, 2024

The molecular biologist and genetic epidemiologist—who served for 15 years as chief of the Laboratory of Genomic Diversity at the National Cancer Institute—joined the IU School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) as a visiting senior scientist earlier this year.

Researchers awarded Department of Defense funds to install coldest extreme environmental chamber in nation

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Associate Professor Blair Johnson received a $945,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Defense University Research Instrumentation Program—a division of the U.S. Army Research Office— for the installation of a large-scale extreme environmental chamber.

SPH-B Student and Postdoctoral Fellow Win Building Bridges Award

Monday, January 29, 2024

Ramir Williams and Armando Peña received the 2024 Building Bridges Award in recognition of their commitment to ideals espoused by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 

Insider Perspectives: Students and faculty publish research article highlighting a path forward for Hoosier Sport program

Thursday, January 25, 2024

The students and faculty behind Hoosier Sport, a program launched last spring in Greene County, Indiana, recently published "Multilevel needs assessment of physical activity, sport, psychological needs, and nutrition in rural children and adults" in the journal Frontiers in Public Health.

Remembering Lemuel Moyé, M.D., Ph.D.

Tuesday, January 16, 2024

A Special Message from Drs. Keith and Allison

Doctoral student Xing Yao honored at American Public Health Association conference

Monday, December 04, 2023

Doctoral student Xing (Nova) Yao of the Department of Health & Wellness Design received the Public Health Education and Health Promotion Student Award at the APHA Annual Meeting and Expo held in Atlanta, GA. Her award-winning abstract is entitled “Gender disparities in housework-related stress during travel.”

Richard Cleland joins school as adjunct associate professor

Thursday, November 30, 2023

Richard Cleland, a career advocate for making informed decisions about health-related products and services, joined the faculty of the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) earlier this year

Two faculty members publish major article on worldwide job loss in food production

Thursday, November 16, 2023

The team "made the conclusions about the negative consequences this may have on economies and environment."

NIH grant funds crucial viral research collaboration between IU School of Public Health and School of Medicine faculty members

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

NIH grant funds crucial viral research collaboration between IU School of Public Health and School of Medicine faculty members

CDC awards faculty $2.7 million for infectious disease outbreak analysis and forecasting

Monday, November 06, 2023

Associate Professor Marco Ajelli and Assistant Professor Maria Litvinova are spearheading major innovations on viral forecasting and predictive analytic technology and data communication, thanks to a $2.7 million grant from The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

School to Celebrate Distinguished Alumni, Scholarship Recipients, and Award-Winning Faculty

Thursday, November 02, 2023

At their first in-person annual Awards Gala since 2019, the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B) will honor the school's most recent scholarships recipients, IU Trustee Teaching Award honorees, and SPH-B Distinguished Alumni Award winners.

Faculty member secures funding to design safer at-home healthcare for children

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Associate Professor Nicole Werner and a colleague from Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago received a $2 million grant from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality to fund "The SafeCare@Home4Kids Learning Lab: Designing Safer Healthcare at Home for Children."

School to Honor AMPATH visionaries Dr. Joe and Sarah Ellen Mamlin

Monday, October 16, 2023

The Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington announced that Dr. Joe and Sarah Ellen Mamlin, who have been leaders in the IU School of Medicine's AMPATH Kenya Partnership for more than three decades, are the joint recipients of the 2023 Ryan White Distinguished Leadership Award. Established in 2009 by the school’s Rural Center for AIDS/STD Prevention (RCAP), the award recognizes individuals who are "exemplary bearers of the standard of excellence and commitment needed to combat HIV/AIDS."

Summer statistics program celebrates 20 years of impact

Wednesday, October 11, 2023

2023 marks the 20th year of the Research for Undergraduates Summer Institute of Statistics (RUSIS) managed by founder Javier Rojo, Ph.D. at Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPHB).

Faculty awarded NIH grant to establish student mentorship and research program

Tuesday, October 03, 2023

In an amazing display of interdepartmental collaboration at Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B), the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded Department of Environmental and Occupational Health (EOH) Chair Patricia Silveyra, Ph.D. $396,210 to fund a mentorship program as described in “Promoting Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) in Lung Disease Research Through a Mentored Training Experience.”

Dean David Allison Named Fellow of Sigma Xi Society

Friday, September 29, 2023

David Allison, dean of the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B), is among an exclusive group of scholars named 2023 Fellows of Sigma Xi. Since 2020, the scientific research honor society has selected peer-nominated scientists in recognition of their "exceptional contributions to the scientific enterprise."

Debby Herbenick, Ph.D., receives 2023 Distinguished Scientific Achievement Award from the Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality

Wednesday, September 27, 2023

IU School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) is pleased to announce that Debby Herbenick, Ph.D. in the Department of Applied Health Science is one of four IU faculty members campus-wide to be named Provost Professor for 2023, and the sole recipient of the Tracy M. Sonneborn Award. Herbenick is currently the Director for Center of Sexual Health Promotion and is an IU alumnus.

Experts from Prevention Insights to present at Morgan County Substance Abuse Council Fall Conference

Thursday, September 21, 2023

In another example of Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington’s dedication to community outreach, Cris Henderson, IU Prevention Insights Research Associate and Department of Applied Health Science doctoral student, and Jon Agley, Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Health Science, will present at the Morgan County Substance Abuse Council Fall Conference on Friday, September 29 at 2 p.m. at Mt. Gilead Church in Mooresville, IN.

SPH-B kicks off Distinguished Colloquium Speaker Series with president of the National Academy of Medicine

Thursday, September 14, 2023

Following the talk, Dean Allison was pleased to present Dr. Dzau with the Dean’s Medallion in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the advancement of public health.

Faculty investigate healthy lifestyle opportunities for preschool-aged children in rural areas

Monday, September 11, 2023

Ph.D. candidate Katherine Jochim Pope of the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) was project manager and lead author the recently published article “Barriers, facilitators, and opportunities to promote healthy weight behaviors among preschool-aged children in two rural U.S. communities.”

Department Chair elected Fellow of Human Factors and Ergonomics Society

Friday, September 08, 2023

We are proud to announce that Dean's Eminent Scholar Richard Holden, chair and professor of the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) Department of Health & Wellness Design, has been elected a Fellow in the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES). 

Faculty member secures National Institutes of Health grant to study tapering long-term opioid therapy

Monday, August 21, 2023

Associate Professor Patrick Quinn received a highly selective R01 grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), a chapter of the National Institutes of Health. Totaling $1.1 million, the grant will fund a critical three-year study to analyze adverse outcomes associated with tapering off long-term opioid therapy.

Professor awarded Fellowship in the National Academy of Kinesiology

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Dr. Byon will be inducted at the national meeting in September 2023. Membership is limited to those with full professor status who have been nominated by their peer fellows, evaluated by a membership committee, and voted into membership by NAK fellows.

Faculty member to co-chair session at Nutrition 2023 Conference in Boston

Thursday, July 20, 2023

David Klurfeld, Ph.D. presents "Exploring the Animal Protein Food Matrix" at the Nutrition 2023 Health Conference.

Faculty member one of only six U.S. scientists named a National Academies Gulf Coast Early Career Research Fellow

Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Drew Capone, Ph.D. was selected to promote "advancement of health equity in the Gulf of Mexico or Alaska" over the course of two years.

One hundred percent of Master of Science in Athletic Training 2023 cohort receive passing score on Certification Exam

Friday, July 14, 2023

Every student in the 2023 cohort received a passing score on their Board of Certification (BOT) exam.

Faculty member aids in rollout of the first-ever U.S. National Water Safety Action Plan

Thursday, June 29, 2023

The United States takes a great step toward nationwide legislation on water safety, thanks in part to Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) faculty member William D. Ramos, Ph.D.

Faculty and Students Use the Power of Sport to Promote Public Health

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

In an important collaboration with faculty from the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B), students at White River Valley Middle School in Greene County, Indiana are enjoying a welcome upgrade to sport-based youth development programming.

Faculty member receives NIA diversity supplement grant to develop ADRD caregiver support for Hispanic/Latino families

Friday, June 16, 2023

Miriam Jocelyn Rodriguez, Ph.D., an associate professor in the Department of Health & Wellness Design who joined the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) in August 2022 has been awarded a diversity supplement grant from the National Institute on Aging (NIA)

Carmen Tekwe, Ph.D. elected as ASA Council of Sections Representative for a three-year term

Friday, June 09, 2023

In another shining leadership accomplishment for the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B) Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, associate professor Carmen Tekwe was recently elected as a Council of Sections Representative 2024–2026 for the American Statistical Association (ASA) Biometrics Section.

Nicole Werner, Ph.D. receives prestigious Earl Alluisi Award for Early Career Achievement by APA

Friday, June 09, 2023

In yet another example of the stellar quality of our faculty at Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B), Dean’s Eminent Scholar and Associate Professor Nicole Werner in the Department of Health & Wellness Design (HWD) was recognized by the nationally renowned American Psychological Association (ASA) for this year’s Earl Alluisi Award for Early Career Achievement.

Dean David B. Allison becomes second IU SPH-B faculty to join The International Statistical Institute as an elected U.S. member

Friday, June 02, 2023

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) Dean David B. Allison was recently elected a U.S. member of The International Statistical Institute (ISI). The organization is dedicated to maintaining rigorous standards of ethical practice in statistical science.

Dr. NiCole Keith Appointed Executive Associate Dean

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. NiCole Keith has been appointed Executive Associate Dean.

American Physiological Society independently honors two SPH-B faculty members with National Mentorship Awards

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Mentorship is an essential component to student achievements, as well as faculty success, at the IU School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B). The School’s significant appreciation for the role of mentorship in pursuing academic excellence is evidenced by two of its distinguished leaders — Dean David Allison, Ph.D. and Patricia Silveyra, Ph.D. — being celebrated for their important mentorship contributions by the esteemed global health organization American Physiological Society (APS).

Carmen Tekwe, Ph.D. to serve as member of NASEM AI Workshop Related to Food and Nutrition Research

Thursday, May 18, 2023

Dr. Tekwe will serve on the NASEM Committee on The Role of Advanced Computation, Predictive Technologies, and Big Data Analytics Related to Food and Nutrition Research.

Dr. Michael Willett Appointed Executive Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs and Enrollment

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

We are pleased to share that Dr. Michael Willett has been appointed Executive Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs and Enrollment.

Dean David Allison Inducted Into Academy for Health & Lifespan Research

Monday, May 15, 2023

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) Dean David Allison was recently inducted into the Academy for Health & Lifespan Research, a non-profit global organization comprised of highly skilled researchers and scientists to study the biological process of aging and opportunities to increase longevity.

Adjunct Professor Keyandra Whiteside, MPH wins Emerging Leader Award

Monday, May 08, 2023

The School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) prides itself on making an impact both internationally and on the local level, and we are proud to announce that adjunct faculty member Keyandra Whiteside received the Emerging Leader Award at the recent 2023 Women’s History Month Luncheon at the Monroe Convention Center.

Debby Herbenick, Ph.D., receives 2023 Tracy M. Sonneborn Award and becomes fourth SPH-B faculty member to win Provost Professor Award

Monday, May 08, 2023

IU School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) is pleased to announce that Debby Herbenick, Ph.D. in the Department of Applied Health Science is one of four IU faculty members campus-wide to be named Provost Professor for 2023, and the sole recipient of the Tracy M. Sonneborn Award. Herbenick is currently the Director for Center of Sexual Health Promotion and is an IU alumnus.

Faculty discuss top challenges in health and medicine at NAM Emerging Leaders Forum

Monday, May 01, 2023

The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) recently welcomed SPH-B Dean David B. Allison, Ph.D., and Sarah Commodore, Ph.D., assistant professor in the department of Environmental and Occupational Health, to its Emerging Leaders Forum, which was held last week in Washington, D.C. at the National Academy of Sciences.

Danny Valdez, Ph.D. is honored with the 2023 Judy K. Black Early Career Research Award

Thursday, April 27, 2023

IU SPH-B (School of Public Health-Bloomington) is pleased to announce Dr. Danny Valdez, Assistant Professor in Applied Health Science, was the recipient of the 2023 Judy K. Black Early Career Research Award by the American Academy of Health Behavior (AAHB).

SPH-B Ranked #43 in U.S. News & World Report for Best Public Health Grad Schools 2023-24!

Tuesday, April 25, 2023

As part of its annual rankings of “Best Public Health Grad Schools” nationwide, U.S. News & World Report announced today that the School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) has advanced two spots and is now #43 (of 188 schools).

Maresa Murray, Ph.D. is honored with Lifetime Membership to prestigious Groves Conference on Marriage and Family

Thursday, April 20, 2023

Warm congratulations to Dr. Maresa Murray, Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Health Science, who was recently granted Lifetime Membership in the Groves Conference on Marriage and Family – and only the ninth honoree to hold this title since the award inception in 1981.

SPH-B Organizational Announcement: Patricia Silveyra, Ph.D., will be the Chair of the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health (EOH)

Monday, April 17, 2023

We are thrilled to announce that Patricia Silveyra, Ph.D., will be the Chair of the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health (EOH), effective July 1, 2023.

Professor Receives Award from the Journal of American College Health

Tuesday, April 11, 2023

But Do They Work? Researchers Investigate Effectiveness of Lactation Cookies on Human Milk Production

Wednesday, April 05, 2023

They sell worldwide, often retailing for more than $2.50 per two-ounce bag: Lactation cookies, which manufacturers purport to increase milk in people who breastfeed. Many claim they work—but what does the science say?

Health & Wellness Design Faculty Receive Funding for Small Business Collaboration Projects

Monday, April 03, 2023

Several Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) faculty in the Department of Health & Wellness Design have been awarded grants by the National Institute on Aging (NIA) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) projects.

Professor Awarded Funding for Two Groundbreaking Projects

Wednesday, March 29, 2023

The National Institute on Aging (NIA)/National Institutes of Health (NIH) recently awarded Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grants to two projects on which Dr. Kan Shao is serving as principal investigator (PI).

“Pointing Blame Is Too Simplistic”: Faculty Member Among Investigators of Perceptions of High Weight in Childhood

Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Their findings were published in the November 2022 issue of Psychological Science.

Professor Receives Funding for Health Equity Research

Thursday, March 09, 2023

Dr. Hank Green, associate professor in the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) Department of Applied Health Science recently received funding from Health Equity Advancing through Learning System Research (HEAL-R) for a two-year IU Health equity research grant proposal entitled "Person to Person (P2P) Indiana Public Health Challenges & State Interventions Coding Project."

Continued faculty excellence in the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington

Thursday, February 23, 2023

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) celebrates faculty accolades, awards, and honors.

“Small nutrition wins for the whole family”: Researchers publish findings on dietary benefit of walnuts

Monday, February 13, 2023

Dr. Krisha Thiagarajah and other SPH-B researchers assert that regularly consuming just “a handful” of walnuts can lead to better health outcomes.

Dr. Stephen O'Brien joins school as visiting senior scientist

Monday, February 06, 2023

The world-renowned molecular biologist and genetic epidemiologist joined the IU School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) in January 2024.

School to Celebrate Distinguished Alumni, Student Scholarship Recipients, and Award-Winning Faculty

Monday, January 30, 2023

At their first in-person annual Awards Gala since 2019, the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B) will honor the school's most recent scholarships recipients, IU Trustee Teaching Award honorees, and SPH-B Distinguished Alumni Award winners.

Indiana Family Invests in Study of Gun Violence at IU School of Public Health-Bloomington

Wednesday, January 18, 2023

A significant gift from the Meisenheimer Family will support the creation of the Otto Meisenheimer Center for the Prevention of Gun Violence

Exciting New Research Technology in the IU School of Public Health-Bloomington

Wednesday, November 09, 2022

The completion of two important resources that allow for unprecedented research generates a new level of vigor for our students and faculty.

Professor Nicole Werner Named Dean's Eminent Scholar

Friday, November 04, 2022

Dean's Alliance Member Honored for Lifetime of Contributions to Science

Monday, October 24, 2022

Dr. Rita Colwell, distinguished university professor at the University of Maryland and member of the School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) Dean's Alliance, is one of three winners of the Zenith Award from the Association for Women in Science (AWIS).

SPH-B Organizational Announcement: Jessica Staten Joins Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington

Friday, October 21, 2022

The School of Public Health-Bloomington is pleased to announce that Jessica Staten will join the school on Tuesday, November 1 as Director of Advising.

School Celebrated for Commitment for Faculty Diversity

Thursday, October 20, 2022

The school was among three organizations honored in the Diversity and Inclusion category of the Indianapolis Business Journal HR Impact awards.

Herbert "Bert" Brantley: An exemplary Hoosier

Monday, October 17, 2022

A Special Message from Dean David B. Allison

Scholarships for a Stronger Public Health Workforce: Professor Jon Macy Leads Successful Acquisition of Grant

Thursday, October 13, 2022

Designed to create a pipeline between these students and public health job opportunities, the scholarship program will provide recipients with both financial support and hands-on experience in parts of Indiana with significant need for improved public health services.

Faculty Member Receives Grant to Study and Reduce Opioid Deaths in Black Indianapolis Neighborhoods

Wednesday, October 12, 2022

The study, referred to as "MACRO-B," stands for "Multi-Sector and Multi-Level Community-Driven Approaches to Remove Structural Racism and Overdose Deaths in Black Indianapolis Communities."

Professor Named Fellow of American Academy of Health Behavior

Wednesday, October 05, 2022

Jon Agley, associate professor in the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) Department of Applied Health Science, is one of a small group of scholars named an American Academy of Health Behavior (AAHB) 2022 Fellow. AAHB fellows are selected "in recognition of significant contributions to the field of health behavior research and demonstrated involvement in AAHB."

Indiana University Researchers Receive $3.96 Million to Test Dementia Care App

Tuesday, October 04, 2022

The grant will support a five-year, randomized clinical trial of an Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia (ADRD) telehealth intervention. In part, the I-CARE 2 trial will measure the impact of Brain CareNotes, a specific mobile telehealth application, on informal caregivers of patients living with ADRD. 

IU Collaborators Awarded Five-Year Training Grant to Transform Dementia Care Redesign

Friday, September 30, 2022

The funding will facilitate the launch and operation of the Agile Nudge University Program, a national, online training initiative intended to positively influence the care of patients with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia (ADRD).

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Walks the Walk with Record-Setting Diversity Success

Tuesday, September 27, 2022

A multi-year effort by faculty, staff, and administrators has led to an unprecedented percentage of tenure/tenure-track faculty from underrepresented minority groups.

School to Honor AIDS Memorial Quilt Visionary and Co-Founder Cleve Jones

Wednesday, September 21, 2022

The Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington announced that AIDS Memorial Quilt creator Cleve Jones is this year’s recipient of the Ryan White Distinguished Leadership Award. Established in 2009 by the school’s Rural Center for AIDS/STD Prevention (RCAP), the award recognizes individuals who are "exemplary bearers of the standard of excellence and commitment needed to combat HIV/AIDS."

Researcher Awarded NIH Diversity Supplement

Thursday, September 15, 2022

Dr. Patricia Silveyra receives funding support for mentee Dr. Sarah Commodore.

Professor to Examine How Footwear Can Prevent Injury and Fatigue

Thursday, September 15, 2022

Dr. Allison Gruber is an expert on running biomechanics.

Indiana Department of Natural Resources Renews Grant for Continued Underwater Preservation

Tuesday, September 13, 2022

For the fourth consecutive year, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources has awarded funds to the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) for continued research and preservation of the Muskegon (Indiana’s first shipwreck listed on the National Register of Historic Places), and monitoring of the J.D. Marshall Nature Preserve in Indiana Dunes State Park.

Professor Named Fellow of the Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality

Friday, September 02, 2022

Eric Walsh-Buhi, professor and chair of Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) Department of Applied Health Science, is the single member of the Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality (SSSS) to be named a Society fellow in 2022. SSSS fellows are selected in recognition "of unusual and outstanding contribution to the scientific study of sex, defined as formal investigation designed to develop or contribute to generalizable knowledge."

Thoughts From the Dean: Rigor, Reproducibility, Transparency

Friday, August 12, 2022

Each time a Golden Knight leaps into the air, whether alone or with a partner, there must be full transparency about the risks and realities of engaging in controlled human “flight.”

Associate Professor Patricia Silveyra named Anthony D. Pantaleoni Eminent Scholar

Wednesday, August 10, 2022

The distinction includes resources for multiple initiatives, including student-involved research.

Dr. Patricia Silveyra Named Interim Chair for the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health

Tuesday, August 02, 2022

We are pleased to share that Dr. Patricia Silveyra has agreed to assume a new role as the interim chairperson for the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health beginning August 1, 2022 to allow a brief period of overlap with outgoing chair Professor MacDonald Gibson.

Hobie Billingsley: Hoosier Hero and Unforgettable Colleague

Thursday, July 21, 2022

A Special Message from Dean David B. Allison

SPH-B Organizational Announcement: Welcome Our Exceptional Interim SPH-B Leaders

Tuesday, July 19, 2022

We are pleased to announce that several esteemed SPH-B faculty members recently assumed—or will soon begin—interim leadership roles.

Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation Continues to Bolster SPH-B Research Excellence

Friday, July 15, 2022

The foundation’s latest gift supports continuous training of early career scientists.

Organizational Announcement: Dr. Jerono Rotich named Associate Dean for Organizational Climate, Inclusion, and Belonging

Thursday, July 14, 2022

The School of Public Health-Bloomington is pleased to announce that Dr. Jerono Rotich will join SPH-B on Thursday, September 1, 2022 as Associate Dean for Organizational Climate, Inclusion, and Belonging and Professor in the Department of Kinesiology.

Pfizer, Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Partner to Support Graduate Study in Biostatistics

Thursday, July 14, 2022

The pharmaceutical company has pledged to fund expenses for a graduate student in a quantitative field.

Breath of Fresh Air: Indiana University Faculty Take a New Approach to Data on Childhood Allergens and Asthma

Monday, July 11, 2022

Their research was part of the Canadian Asthma Primary Prevention Study (CAPPS).

Organizational Announcement: Dr. Kelli Ryckman named SPH-B Associate Dean for Research

Tuesday, June 28, 2022

The School of Public Health-Bloomington is pleased to announce that Dr. Kelli Ryckman will join SPH-B on Thursday, September 1 as Associate Dean for Research and Professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics.

Scientific Rigor, Creativity, and Impact Go Hand in Hand as Biostatistics Consulting Center Collaborates with Mayo Clinic on Award-Winning Paper

Tuesday, June 28, 2022

The IU center, which provided verification of methods and statistics for the Aging Cell paper, is recognized nationally for excellence in biostatistics.

Indiana University Alumnus Establishes Dedicated Fund to Support Doctoral Students in Biostatistics

Wednesday, June 22, 2022

The Linda L. Thiel Doctoral Student Support Fund is designed to specifically to support Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) doctoral students in biostatistics.

SPH-B Organizational Announcement: Dr. Ellen Evans Appointed Professor and Chair of the Department of Kinesiology

Monday, June 13, 2022

The School of Public Health-Bloomington is pleased to announce that Dr. Ellen Evans will join SPH-B on Monday, August 1 as Professor and Chair of the Department of Kinesiology, pending completion of a successful tenure review and approval by campus.

Scientist Receives Scientific Abstract Award from American Thoracic Society

Thursday, June 09, 2022

Dr. Sarah Commodore's abstract on the effects of vaping was selected as an "exceptional contribution" to the society's Assembly on Pediatrics.

Department of Health & Wellness Design Advances Knowledge Through New and Groundbreaking Ventures

Thursday, June 09, 2022

The Department of Health & Wellness Design continues its upward trajectory—as it prepares to welcome several new world-class faculty in the 2022–23 academic year, the department plans to offer "the world's first and only Bachelor of Science in Health & Wellness Design," Dr. Holden says. "This is a sign of the forward motion we all have made in the year since I arrived—and even prior—and a promise of more, exciting things to come.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Professor Named to Leadership Cohort

Tuesday, June 07, 2022

Vanessa (Martinez) Kercher is one of only 20 professionals selected for the 2022 Linton-Poodry SACNAS Leadership Institute.

Faculty Member Publishes Updated Statement for National Lipid Association on Statin Intolerance

Saturday, June 04, 2022

Dr. Kevin Maki is a co-author of the first NLA statement in eight years on statin intolerance.

Professor Publishes Important Findings on Zero-COVID Strategy in China

Wednesday, June 01, 2022

Dr. Marco Ajelli and other researchers in both China and the U.S. issue grim predictions if China abandons Zero-COVID policies.

SPH-B Organizational Announcement: Omoikhefe "Efe" Oarhe, Director of Special Projects and Executive Assistant to the Dean

Tuesday, May 31, 2022

The School of Public Health-Bloomington is pleased to announce that Omoikhefe "Efe" Oarhe joined us last week as Director of Special Projects and Executive Assistant to the Dean.

Student Named Program Chair-Elect of Section of American Statistical Association

Tuesday, May 31, 2022

Luis Mestre is a Ph.D. student at the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington.

Dean David Allison Receives Prize for Creativity in Research

Thursday, May 26, 2022

The award recognizes "exceptional creativity and excellence in research on ingestive behavior."

Study: Many Mobile Apps Provide Insufficient Support for Alzheimer's and Dementia Patient Caregivers

Wednesday, May 25, 2022

Researchers from the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B) evaluate caregiver apps in a new study published in JMIR.

Professor Named Fellow of the American Statistical Association

Thursday, May 19, 2022

Douglas Landsittel, professor and chair of Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B)'s Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, is one of only 48 members of the American Statistical Association (ASA) to be named a Fellow of the organization. According to a statement by the ASA, the honor is reserved for ASA members who demonstrate "professional contributions, leadership, and commitment to the field of statistical science."

Faculty Member to be Named President of National Lipid Association

Friday, May 06, 2022

Dr. Kevin Maki will lead the organization as it educates and advocates for improved clinical management of imbalances that lead to diseases of the heart and other organs, often from extremely high triglycerides.

Associate Professor Carmen Tekwe Awarded R01 grant by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases

Thursday, May 05, 2022

Dr. Carmen Tekwe, associate professor in the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B), has been awarded an R01 grant from the National Institutes of Health National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) for her project entitled "Measurement error correction approaches to wearable device-based measures of physical activity and self-reported measures of dietary intake in obesity and type 2 diabetes research."

Faculty Member Co-Authors Meta-Analysis of Data on Red Meat and Diabetes

Thursday, May 05, 2022

Dr. Kevin Maki is among several authors who challenge the notion of a "mechanistic link" between red meat and type 2 diabetes.

Professor Receives Mentor Award

Thursday, April 28, 2022

The IU Center of Excellence for Women & Technology honored Hannah Block for her efforts to "nurture development of technical skills in women students, staff, and faculty."

Faculty Members Win Awards for Research, Teaching, and Service

Wednesday, April 27, 2022

The Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) recently announced its recipients of the Trustee Teaching Award, presented annually by the Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty and Academic Affairs (VPFAA) to faculty members across the IU Bloomington campus "who have had a positive impact on student learning, especially undergraduates." The 2022 honorees are Drs. Jon Agley, Virginia Githiri, Maresa Murray, Patrick Quinn, and Krisha Thiagarajah, all of the Department of Applied Health Science; and Dr. Juha Yoon of the Department of Kinesiology. SPH-B also awarded several school-specific awards to faculty throughout the school.

Student and Professor Receive Awards from Latino Faculty and Staff Council

Wednesday, April 27, 2022

All LFASC award winners will be recognized during an outdoor event at the Indiana Memorial Union at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 29.

Scientist Receives Award from Professional Network for Researchers from Japan

Wednesday, April 27, 2022

Dr. Keisuke Ejima of the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B) Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics is among the 2022 recipients of the United Japanese Researchers Around the World (UJA) Research Paper Award.

Professor Receives Career Honor from American Society for Nutrition

Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Paul Coates, Ph.D., is the 2022 recipient of the David Kritchevsky Career Achievement Award.

Professor and Chair of the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health Jackie MacDonald Gibson to Take Position at North Carolina State

Wednesday, April 20, 2022

Dr. MacDonald Gibson has been named head of the Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering in the College of Engineering.

Professor Awarded Grant From National Institutes of Health

Monday, April 18, 2022

Assistant Dean of Research Analytics and Professor Jaroslaw Harezlak of the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) received more than $1.4 million from the National institutes of Health (NIH) for his investigation of mild traumatic brain injury.

School to Host Renowned Expert Dr. Charles Rotimi

Thursday, April 14, 2022

Dr. Rotimi is the final and highly anticipated presenter in the school’s 2021–22 Distinguished Colloquium Speaker Series.

Professor, Postdoctoral Fellow, and Student to Present at Environmental Health Conference

Wednesday, April 13, 2022

"Break the Cycle of Children's Environmental Health Disparities" takes place April 18–19.

A Special Message: IUSPH-B Strategic Plan

Thursday, April 07, 2022

"If you fail to plan, you plan to fail." This adage, almost jarring in its simplicity, reminds us that success only follows significant effort. And critical to that effort is thoughtful planning.

School to Host Former U.S. Secretary of Education at Teaching Excellence Event

Friday, April 01, 2022

Dr. Roderick Paige served as the nation’s education leader from 2001 to 2005.

2022 National Public Health Week

Tuesday, March 29, 2022

As we celebrate National Public Health Week, we recognize the Herculean efforts of everyone in the field and in our school over the past couple of years.

Professor Douglas Landsittel named James A. Caplin, M.D. Chair in Evidence-Based Public Health

Friday, March 25, 2022

The Indiana University Board of Trustees recently approved the appointment of Douglas Landsittel, chair of the IUSPH-B Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, to the James A. Caplin, M.D. Chair in Evidence-Based Public Health. He received the distinction “in recognition of his outstanding collegiality, scholarly acumen, and research leadership, and his devotion to both rigorous evidence-based public health and to studying access to and efficacy and quality of healthcare, including health promotion and disease promotion in underserved populations.”

2022 Women's History Month

Tuesday, March 22, 2022

When we create environments that enhance opportunities for everyone, we all benefit.

Solidarity: When, How, for Whom?

Monday, March 14, 2022

Solidarity is not only a feeling; it is also a behavior. So when we say we "stand in solidarity," we affirm that we are willing to act in support of others.

Professor Named Beinner Family Professor

Friday, March 11, 2022

The Indiana University Board of Trustees approved on February 8 the appointment of Dr. Antonio Williams, associate professor in the Indiana School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B), to the position of Beinner Family Professor in Sports Marketing and Management.

Emeritus Professor Receives Highest Honor from Society for Public Health Education

Friday, March 11, 2022

Updated with link to video remarks, March 25, 2022 Dr. Lloyd J. Kolbe, professor emeritus in the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B) Department of Applied Health Science, has received the 2022 Distinguished Fellow Award from the Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE).

Faculty Member is President-elect of American Academy of Heath Behavior

Tuesday, March 08, 2022

Dr. Hsien-Chang Lin, associate professor in the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B) Department of Applied Health Science, was recently named president-elect of the American Academy of Health Behavior (AAHB). According to AAHB bylaws, Dr. Hsien-Chang will serve in this role for the 2022–23 year before serving one year as president, and an additional year as past-president.

Professor Receives Outstanding Junior Faculty Award

Thursday, March 03, 2022

Molly Rosenberg is among five faculty members to receive the 2022 Indiana University Outstanding Junior Faculty Award.

Student Named to Prestigious Group of Rising Scholars

Friday, February 25, 2022

Luis Mestre is a Ph.D. student at the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington.

Students and Faculty Garner Awards from Society of Toxicology

Tuesday, February 22, 2022

The Department of Environmental and Occupational Health in the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) is home to several winners of 2022 Society of Toxicology awards.

School Shares Video of Dr. Anthony Fauci Award Presentation

Thursday, February 03, 2022

The evening of December 6, 2021, Dr. Anthony Fauci became—on what would have been Ryan's White's 50th birthday—the latest recipient of the Ryan White Distinguished Leadership Award.

Researchers Contribute to Groundbreaking Report on Probiotic for Infant Gut Health

Thursday, January 27, 2022

Research conducted at the Biostatistics Consulting Center suggests administration of a specific gut bacterium to low birthweight babies could prevent necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC).

Undergraduate Minor in Well-Being Increasingly Popular with Students from a Multitude of Disciplines

Monday, January 24, 2022

In the short time since its creation, the undergraduate-level Personal Well-Being Minor administered by Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington's (IUSPH-B) Departments of Kinesiology and Applied Health Science has attracted more than 50 students.

A Special Message: 2022 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Monday, January 17, 2022

"The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice." We can each do one step to move us along the arc.

Dean David Allison Named Sigma Xi Distinguished Lecturer

Wednesday, January 12, 2022

The organization's mission includes a commitment to "enhance the health of the research enterprise."

Luke Howard Joins school as Adjunct Professor

Monday, January 10, 2022

Luke Howard, an accomplished researcher and author with expertise in physical activity and nutrition, joined the faculty of the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B) October 1, 2021.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Associate Professor Carmen Tekwe Named Associate Editor of Statistics in Medicine

Thursday, December 30, 2021

In this role, Tekwe will select reviewers for research papers, coordinate their reviews, and make content and other suggestions to the editors-in-chief.

Professor Cydne Perry Receives Grant to Study Health Effects of Beef in Older Adults

Thursday, December 23, 2021

Receiving the funds for this project is no small achievement, according to department Chair Eric Walsh-Buhi.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Professor Carol Kennedy-Armbruster Named an Inaugural Teaching Professor

Wednesday, December 22, 2021

She is the school's first faculty member to be promoted to the rank of teaching professor.

Dr. Patricia Silveyra to Serve Second Term on Board of Higher Education and Workforce

Monday, December 20, 2021

In another vital collaboration between Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B) faculty and the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine (NASEM), associate professor Patricia Silveyra has been re-appointed to serve on their Board of Higher Education and Workforce (BHEW).

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Professor Catherine Sherwood-Laughlin Receives National Teaching Excellence Award

Sunday, December 19, 2021

The Association of Schools & Programs of Public Health selected Dr. Catherine Sherwood-Laughlin as its 2022 recipient.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington to Honor Distinguished Alumni, Student Scholarship Recipients, and Outstanding Faculty

Tuesday, December 07, 2021

The Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B)'s annual Awards Gala will take place online this Thursday. The event, beginning at 5:30 EST, will honor the school's most recent scholarships recipients, Distinguished Teaching and Service award honorees, and the 2021 Distinguished Alumni Awards.

Dr. David Koceja Will Conclude Role as Chair of Department of Kinesiology After More Than 13 Successful Years

Saturday, December 04, 2021

He will stay in the chair position until the end of 2022 or until a new chair is identified, whichever comes first.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Professor Awarded Highest Distinction by Sport Marketing Association

Thursday, December 02, 2021

The Sport Marketing Association (SMA) presents Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B) professor Kevin K. Byon with the 2021 SMA Research Fellow award, the highest distinction it bestows.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Faculty Member Named Chair of National Strength and Conditioning Association Foundation Investment Committee

Tuesday, November 30, 2021

The appointment coincides with his second three-year committee term, concluding in January 2024.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Researchers Publish Important Findings on Long COVID in Women

Monday, November 15, 2021

Faculty from the Department of Kinesiology suggest tailored recovery strategies could help women with long COVID avoid physical impairment.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington's Prevention Insights Celebrates Five Years of Preventive Work in Northwest Indiana

Friday, November 12, 2021

Knowledge 4 Life has brought together hundreds of volunteers and community members to prevent HIV and hepatitis through outreach and testing.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Partners With Indianapolis Colts to Provide Hands-on Learning

Wednesday, November 03, 2021

IUSPH-B students in the Sport Management and Marketing program support game day operations to gain course credit and real-world experience.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington to Offer Ph.D. in Nutrition

Monday, November 01, 2021

After years of growing focus on nutrition—as well as its relationship to human health— the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B) recently received approval from the Indiana Commission for Higher Education to offer a Ph.D. in nutrition.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Faculty Recognized as Subject Experts

Wednesday, October 27, 2021

Expertscape.com ranks several IUSPH-B professionals among the most-cited researchers in their respective fields.

Dean David Allison Selected for 2021 Friends of Albert (Mickey) Stunkard Lifetime Achievement Award

Friday, October 22, 2021

IUSPH-B Dean David Allison will receive the 2021 Friends of Albert (Mickey) Stunkard Lifetime Achievement Award, presented by The Obesity Society in recognition of his lifetime of outstanding contributions to the field of obesity in terms of scholarship, mentorship, and education.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Professor Among Recipients of National Institutes of Health Grant

Thursday, October 21, 2021

Dr. Priscilla Barnes and three co-leaders receive NIH funds to conduct research on promoting brain health in specific populations.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Dean's Alliance Awards Two Equity and Justice Scholarships

Monday, October 18, 2021

The Equity and Justice as Public Health Issues Scholarship was awarded to two IUSPH-B students in 2021.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Professor Jacqueline MacDonald Gibson Investigates Relationship Between Child Blood Lead Levels and Drinking Water

Thursday, October 14, 2021

Dr. Jacqueline MacDonald Gibson leads research team in the use of specialized data tools to predict water-based lead exposure in children.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Associate Professor Antonio Williams Named Leadership Fellow

Wednesday, October 13, 2021

Antonio Williams, PhD, associate professor in the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B), has been selected for the 2023 American Kinesiology Association (AKA) Leadership Institute Fellowship program.

Honors Accumulate for Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington's Professor Arthur Owora

Monday, October 11, 2021

Accomplished child and family health researcher Arthur Owora, Ph.D., has been named a Gallahue Family Professor in Child Development and recently received a prestigious grant to study and reduce bias in medical recordkeeping practices.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Professor Receives Jack A. Kraft Innovator Award

Monday, October 11, 2021

Dr. Richard Holden and his University of Virginia collaborator were honored for the development and promotion of patient ergonomics.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Faculty to Partner with CareBand to Improve the Health of Older Adults

Friday, October 01, 2021

Drs. Kim and Chow will integrate existing technologies for a comprehensive set of health data.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Postdoctoral Fellow Named Assistant Professor

Monday, September 20, 2021

Daniella Chusyd, Ph.D., an award-winning researcher and postdoctoral fellow in the IUSPH-B Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, has been named assistant professor in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, with an adjunct appointment in the Department of Health & Wellness Design.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Professor Patricia Silveyra to Help Lead "Courageous Conversation" About Strengthening Diversity in STEM Disciplines

Thursday, September 09, 2021

"Courageous Conversations," hosted by Global MindED, will begin at 4 p.m. eastern on September 23.

Several Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Faculty Receive Teaching Award

Tuesday, August 31, 2021

Four Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B) faculty members have been presented with the 2021 Dr. James E. Mumford Excellence in Extraordinary Teaching Award.

Scholars from Both Indiana University Schools of Public Health Join Forces to Propose Bold New Direction for Public Health Education

Friday, August 27, 2021

The paper describes an approach to integrating the Department of Health & Wellness Design with existing SPH curriculum.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington to Host Statistics Pioneer Professor Donald Rubin

Wednesday, August 25, 2021

As Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B) celebrates its 75th year, it also prepares to welcome Donald Rubin, Ph.D. for a series of once-in-a-lifetime conversations.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Students and Alumni Compete in Tokyo Olympics

Monday, August 23, 2021

Three students and three alumni of the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B) competed in the postponed 2020 Olympics, held in Tokyo during July and August of 2021.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Associate Professor Appointed to New Voices in Sciences, Engineering and Medicine

Friday, August 20, 2021

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B) associate professor Patricia Silveyra is among 22 young professionals named by The National Academies to its 2021–2023 New Voices in Sciences, Engineering and Medicine cohort. Having served as co-chair of New Voices from 2018–2020, Silveyra is the only inaugural member who was selected for inclusion in the group’s second term.

Carpe Diem: Let's Welcome an Exciting Year

Wednesday, August 18, 2021

A new academic year is here. A new day is upon us. A new dawn welcomes us. We stand at the precipice of opportunity. Carpe diem!

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Alum Co-authors Award-winning Paper With SPH-B Faculty Member

Friday, August 06, 2021

Drs. William Jang and Kevin Byon won the 2020 Emerald Literati Award for Best Paper.

IU School of Public Health-Bloomington Professor Co-leads Development of App for Informal Caregivers

Tuesday, July 27, 2021

Helping the Helpers will enable informal caregivers such as family members to better assist loved ones living with dementia.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington to Host and Honor Dr. Anthony Fauci on December 6, 2021

Wednesday, July 14, 2021

The Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington announced that Dr. Anthony Fauci will be this year’s recipient of the Ryan White Distinguished Leadership Award. Established in 2009 by the school’s Rural Center for AIDS/STD Prevention (RCAP), the award recognizes individuals who are "exemplary bearers of the standard of excellence and commitment needed to combat HIV/AIDS."

IU School of Public Health-Bloomington Researchers Partner to Study Well Water Quality

Tuesday, July 13, 2021

Supported by a grant from the Environmental Protection Agency, the researchers will provide free testing kits to households in Washington, North Carolina, Indiana and Minnesota whose drinking water comes from private wells, enabling "citizen scientists" residents to collect and provide water samples for testing.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Researchers Co-author Mayo Clinic COVID-19 Drug Study

Monday, June 28, 2021

On June 8, researchers at the Mayo Clinic published findings from a preclinical study suggesting that senolytic drugs had a significant impact on the mortality of older mice infected with a SARS-CoV-2-related mouse β-coronavirus, essentially a mouse version of the virus causing COVID-19 in people. Among the authors from Indiana University of Public Health-Bloomington were Dean David Allison and Assistant Research Scientist Dr. Keisuke Ejima. The authors’ findings assert that future research on the drugs, which eliminate non-functioning (senescent) cells, could show benefits in humans.  

Funding Allows IU Students and Faculty to Study and Protect Indiana's Underwater Heritage

Friday, June 18, 2021

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has awarded a $65,768 Lake Michigan Coastal Grant to the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington for continued research on the Muskegon, Indiana's first shipwreck listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Researchers Contribute to COVID-19 Study

Wednesday, June 09, 2021

On May 27, the journal JAMA Cardiology published "Prevalence of Clinical and Subclinical Myocarditis in Competitive Athletes With Recent SARS-CoV-2 Infection: Results From the Big Ten COVID-19 Cardiac Registry," authored in part by Assistant Professor Ana Bento and doctoral student Joel Greenshields from Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington.

Dr. Javier Rojo joins the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics as a Dean's Eminent Scholar

Tuesday, June 08, 2021

Javier Rojo, Ph.D., has been appointed Professor and Dean's Eminent Scholar in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington. Dr. Rojo was previously Korvis Professor of Statistics and Director of Research for Undergraduates Summer Institute of Statistics at Oregon State University in Corvallis.

50 Years of Revolutionizing Sexual and Gender Health

Friday, May 21, 2021

Four researchers at Indiana University have been named among 50 Distinguished Sexual and Gender Health Revolutionaries by the Program in Human Sexuality at University of Minnesota. Justin Garcia, executive director of the Kinsey Institute; Debby Herbenick, director of the Center for Sexual Health Promotion; William Yarber, Provost Professor in the IU School of Public Health-Bloomington, and Justin Lehmiller, research fellow at the Kinsey Institute were honored with the award during the program's 50th anniversary virtual gala on May 20.

Ph.D. Student Manyan Huang Elected Secretary of the American Statistical Association’s Section of Statistical Programming and Analysts

Thursday, May 20, 2021

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Ph.D. Student Manyan Huang Elected Secretary of the American Statistical Association’s Section of Statistical Programming and Analysts

Executive Associate Dean Carrie Docherty Named Fellow of the National Academy of Kinesiology

Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Carrie Docherty, PhD, professor and executive associate dean of the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) has been elected fellow of the National Academy of Kinesiology (NAK). The NAK was founded in 1926 to "encourage and promote the study and educational applications of the art and science of human movement and physical activity."

Four School of Public Health Faculty Members Win 2020 Trustee Teaching Awards

Friday, May 07, 2021

Indiana University's School of Public Health-Bloomington recently announced its 2020 Trustee Teaching Awards recipients. The award honors faculty members who have made positive contributions in teaching, mentoring, and pedagogy during the 2020 calendar year. The winners for 2020 include Applied Health Science Clinical Associate Professor Deb Getz, Applied Health Science Assistant Professor Alison Greene, Applied Health Science Lecturer Melissa Greives, and Health & Wellness Design Clinical Assistant Professor Julie Knapp.

Distinguished Colloquium Speaker Series Recordings Are Now Available Online

Wednesday, May 05, 2021

Recordings from the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington 2020–2021 Distinguished Colloquium Speaker Series are now available online. The series events, which are free and open to the public, have been held virtually over the past year.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Rises in U.S. News & World Report Rankings

Wednesday, May 05, 2021

The Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B) has risen in the U.S. News & World Report rankings to 41 out of 188 top public health schools and programs. According to the U.S News & World Report website, "Each school's and program's score reflects its average rating on a scale from 1 (marginal) to 5 (outstanding), based on a survey of academics at peer institutions."

The 25 Best College Towns in America - Bloomington, IN #4!

Tuesday, May 04, 2021

Quarry cliff diving, a nearby state park and multitudes of local breweries make the forested town of Bloomington a definite frontrunner—and Indiana University students agree. Catch them cooling off with a post-lecture dip in Lake Monroe or tossing back pints at Kilroy's, one of the most popular bars in the country.

School of Public Health-Bloomington Assistant Dean Maresa Murray Receives Indiana University Inclusive Excellence Award

Monday, May 03, 2021

Dr. Maresa Murray has been selected as one of five inaugural recipients of the Indiana University Inclusive Excellence Award by her peers on the Bloomington Faculty Council. Dr. Murray is assistant dean of Diversity, Inclusion, and Organizational Climate and clinical associate professor in the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (IUSPH-B).

Department of Applied Health Science Associate Professor Priscilla A. Barnes Awarded $1 Million Health Resources and Services Association Grant

Friday, April 30, 2021

Dr. Priscilla A. Barnes, associate professor in Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington's Department of Applied Health Science, has been awarded a $1 million Health Resources and Services Association (HRSA) grant to bring health care services to Daviess County, Indiana. The project's priority populations are residents living with an active addiction and individuals living in long-term recovery.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Dean David B. Allison Appointed to National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Committee

Thursday, April 22, 2021

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Dean David B. Allison, an elected member of the National Academy of Medicine, has been appointed to a new ad hoc committee convened by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) to develop methods for assessing misinformation about biological threats. According to NASEM, the goal of the committee is "to evaluate options for long-term engagement of scientists internationally to identify and address claims about biological threats that emerge or are perpetuated by the spread or dissemination of inaccurate and misleading information (intentionally or unintentionally)."

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Associate Professor Kan Shao Receives Carnegie Mellon Civil and Environmental Engineering Recent Alumnus Achievement Award

Thursday, April 22, 2021

The Carnegie Mellon Civil and Environmental Engineering Awards Committee has selected Dr. Kan Shao to receive the 2021 CEE Recent Alumna/us Achievement Award. This award recognizes Civil and Environmental Engineering alumni who have accomplished noteworthy work within ten years of receiving their highest degree from the CEE Department.

Dr. Pamela S. Whitten Elected 19th President of Indiana University (IU) and Confirmed as Tenured Professor in the IU School of Public Health-Bloomington by the IU Board of Trustees

Thursday, April 22, 2021

On Friday, April 16, the Indiana University Board of Trustees elected Dr. Pamela S. Whitten 19th president of Indiana University. Dr. Whitten, who has been president of Kennesaw State University in Georgia since 2018, will succeed outgoing president Dr. Michael McRobbie on July 1. Dr. Whitten is the first woman to serve as president of Indiana University. The School of Public Health-Bloomington will be her home school.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Environmental and Occupational Health Chair Recognized for Wastewater Safety Paper

Thursday, April 15, 2021

Dr. Jacqueline MacDonald Gibson has received the 2020 Outstanding Paper Award from the Water Environment Federation for "Protecting wastewater workers from disease risks: Personal protective equipment guidelines," along with co-authors Dr. Mark W. LeChevallier and Dr. Theodore J. Mansfield. Dr. MacDonald Gibson is a professor and chair of the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Department of Environmental and Occupational Health.

Paul Levy Selected for 2021 Latino Faculty and Staff Graduate Student Award

Monday, April 12, 2021

Paul Levy won the 2021 Latino Faculty and Staff Graduate Student Award for his efforts in contributing to a positive campus environment, demonstrating exemplary academic and professional work, and participating in service, mentoring, and promoting diversity initiatives that enhance and support Latinos on campus.

Lilian Golzarri-Arroyo Selected for the 2021 Latino Faculty and Staff–Staff Award

Monday, April 12, 2021

Lilian Golzarri-Arroyo is a Biostatistician at the Biostatistics Consulting Center in the School of Public Health at Indiana University–Bloomington.

Dr. Priscilla Barnes awarded Thomas Ehrlich Award for Excellence in Service Learning and Fulbright Award

Thursday, April 08, 2021

Associate Professor Dr. Priscilla Barnes in the Department of Applied Health Science is the proud recipient of the 2021 Thomas Ehrlich Award for Excellence in Service Learning as well as a 2021 Fulbright US Scholar Award (Iceland).

IU study finds differences in COVID-19 and other coronavirus which may be the reason it is so hard to control

Wednesday, March 24, 2021

A recent study from an international research group including Indiana University found that SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, is very different, biologically and clinically, from other coronaviruses. That difference may be associated with the difficulty in controlling disease spread and disease burden.

Standing in solidarity with our Asian and Asian American students, colleagues, and community members

Friday, March 19, 2021

In light of the recent violence directed toward members of the Asian American community, the School of Public Health-Bloomington echoes the words of Dr. James Wimbush, Office of the Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Multicultural Affairs (OVPDEMA).

Department of Kinesiology Professor Emeritus Slated to be Fulbright Specialist

Thursday, March 18, 2021

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) has selected Indiana University Professor Emeritus James S. Skinner to be a Fulbright Specialist through 2025. Dr. Skinner served as a professor in the IU School of Public Health-Bloomington Department of Kinesiology from 1996 to 2006.

MIDAS COVID-19 Urgent Grant Goes to School of Public Health Researchers

Thursday, March 18, 2021

The Models of Infectious Disease Agent Study (MIDAS) Coordination Center at the University of Pittsburgh recently awarded funding to a pair of researchers from Indiana University's School of Public Health-Bloomington.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington's Dr. Keisuke Kawata Receives 2020–2021 Outstanding Junior Faculty Award

Wednesday, March 10, 2021

The Indiana University Bloomington Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty and Academic Affairs and the Office of the Vice Provost for Research have named Keisuke Kawata, PhD, ATC, Assistant Professor in the School of Public Health-Bloomington's Department of Kinesiology, recipient of the Outstanding Junior Faculty Award. This prestigious campus-level award recognizes the most promising tenure-track faculty.

Four Racial Justice Research Awards Go to School of Public Health Faculty

Wednesday, March 10, 2021

Stewards of Indiana University's Racial Justice Research Fund recently named IU School of Public Health-Bloomington faculty members Priscilla Barnes, Angela Chow, Debra Herbenick, and Karo Omodior recipients of Racial Justice Research Fund Awards. The fund was established last year to support research that will help to better equip individuals, institutions, and communities to advance racial justice and equity. It is jointly supported by the Office of the Vice President for Research and the Office of the Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Multicultural Affairs.

New Chair Named for Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics

Monday, March 08, 2021

Douglas Landsittel, Ph.D., has been appointed Chair of the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics. Dr. Landsittel comes to the School of Public Health from the University of Pittsburgh.

Sending in the Citizen Cavalry

Tuesday, March 02, 2021

Boone County is one of three in Indiana implementing an opioid rapid response team to intervene in an overdose incident. As part of a new program through the IU School of Public Health-Bloomington, citizens will be trained to give Narcan nasal spray to overdose victims.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Safety Management recognized nationally as a Qualified Academic Program

Tuesday, February 23, 2021

The Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) has recognized the Master of Science in Applied Health Science, Safety Management at the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington as a Qualified Academic Program. Students who complete the program are eligible to apply for the Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP) designation, a BSCP-approved credential that allows students to apply to be a Certified Safety Professional (CSP).

IU researchers studying the role of social and economic exposures on people developing dementia

Friday, February 19, 2021

A project by Indiana University and partner universities will determine how socioeconomic exposures in mid-to-later-life affect memory decline and Alzheimer's disease and related dementia risk. The project is funded through a $2 million National Institutes of Health grant.

American Society for Nutrition Names Gletsu-Miller RIS Chair-Elect

Wednesday, February 17, 2021

The American Society for Nutrition (ASN) recently selected Dr. Nana Gletsu-Miller of Indiana University's School of Public Health-Bloomington to chair its Obesity Research Interest Section (RIS). An associate professor of Nutrition Science, Gletsu-Miller primarily focuses on nutritional interventions targeting obesity-related disease; nutrition after bariatric surgery; nutrient bioavailability; and prevention of type 2 diabetes in adolescents.

Elephant Facial Recognition

Wednesday, February 17, 2021

Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium helps Dr. Daniella Chusyd, postdoctoral fellow at Indiana University Bloomington, develop elephant facial recognition.

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Study Finds a Low-Cost Solution to Remove Lead from Well Water

Friday, February 05, 2021

A new longitudinal field study by Dr. Jacqueline MacDonald Gibson, Chair of the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health at the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington, and Riley Mulhern, a doctoral student at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, sought to find a solution to the problem of lead in well water in rural communities. The results were published in the journal Water.

Hispanic Organization of Toxicologists Honors Luma Melo

Thursday, February 04, 2021

The Hispanic Organization of Toxicologists (HOT), a special interest group operating within the Society of Toxicology, recently named Luma Melo the recipient of the 2021 HOT Pre-Doctoral Travel Award. Melo is a current Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, a department within Indiana University's School of Public Health – Bloomington. She also serves as acting laboratory manager in the Klaunig Lab at IU.

Celebrating Black Faculty and Staff at IU during Black History Month

Tuesday, February 02, 2021

Current SPH-B MPH student Alondra Galvan recognizes Mr. Rory James, Director, Office of Student Diversity & Inclusion, for his efforts in promoting equity and inclusion.

Dr. Richard J. Holden to Head Department of Health & Wellness Design

Wednesday, January 27, 2021

Dr. Richard J. Holden will join Indiana University's School of Public Health-Bloomington as Chair of the Department of Health & Wellness Design beginning in July. "Health by design is something I have pursued for nearly 20 years, so it's a dream come true to join a department of like-minded, passionate people," he says.

Obesity research in elephants may shed light on human health and aging

Wednesday, January 27, 2021

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington postdoctoral fellow Dr. Daniella Chusyd initially set out to study obesity in Asian elephants (Elephas maximus) in zoos to determine whether their weight correlated with health concerns, including low birth rates. What she and her colleagues learned was that the elephants carry only small amounts of fat – less fat (as a proportion of total body mass) than the average human. Until this study, which appears in the Journal of Experimental Biology this month, no one had measured fat in zoo elephants.

In Our Hours of Darkness, You Are Beacons of Light

Monday, January 11, 2021

In our darkest of hours, I am yet inspired. There are beacons of light all around me. As others seek to foment insurrection, violence, hatred, fear, irrationality, intimidation, panic, ignorance, and ugliness, you show that there is another path.

IU School of Public Health-Bloomington Professor Wins International Achievement Award

Wednesday, January 06, 2021

The International Society of Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology recently honored Dr. James E. Klaunig, a professor with Indiana University's School of Public Health-Bloomington, with the International Achievement Award for 2020. The group presents the award annually to "an outstanding individual in recognition of their contributions and achievements in the resolution of public environmental concerns." The International Society of Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology also publishes the journal, Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology.

$2.9 million NIH grant will help IU researcher expand work on subconcussive impacts

Friday, December 18, 2020

A $2.9 million grant from the National Institutes of Health will help researchers at Indiana University determine whether, and to what extent, repetitive subconcussive head impacts — impacts that do not trigger clinically detectable signs and symptoms of concussion — negatively affect brain health in adolescents.

IU, rural communities launch Community Engagement to End Child Sexual Exploitation

Thursday, December 17, 2020

Rural communities working to protect local children now have resources from Indiana University to fight sexual exploitation and human trafficking. The Community Engagement to End Child Sexual Exploitation initiative connects IU faculty with state and local officials to address sex crimes against children.

How much exercise do you need, really?

Monday, December 14, 2020

"Every adult should throw out the idea that if you're not doing the most grueling, sweat-drenching workout for more than an hour it doesn't count," said Kercher. "Instead, start by taking any and every opportunity to move, in any way possible at whatever speed, for any amount of time."

Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington's Department of Kinesiology ranked 11th in the Nation

Friday, December 11, 2020

The National Academy of Kinesiology (NAK) has ranked Indiana University's School of Public Health-Bloomington's Department of Kinesiology 11th in the nation. In the NAK's last ranking, five years ago, the department was 16th. Rankings are based on analysis of five years of data, including program faculty (productivity, funding, and visibility) and students (admissions, support, publications, and employment).

Nationwide study into COVID-19 infection, reinfection, immunity backed by philanthropic investment

Friday, December 11, 2020

IU Bloomington researchers seeking to answer key questions about SARS-CoV-2, which may have implications for effective, durable vaccine

The Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington Earns CEPH Reaccreditation

Thursday, December 10, 2020

The Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) Board of Councilors has voted to extend accreditation to the IU School of Public Health-Bloomington for a seven-year term. CEPH is an independent agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education to accredit schools and programs in public health.

IU Researchers' SARS-CoV-2 Transmission Analyses Appear in Science

Monday, December 07, 2020

On November 24, the journal Science published "Transmission heterogeneities, kinetics, and controllability of SARS-CoV-2," authored in part by Associate Professor Marco Ajelli and Post Doctoral Fellow Maria Litvinova from Indiana University's School of Public Health-Bloomington.

Funds Awarded for IU Researcher's Vaping-Related 'VALu' Pilot Study

Tuesday, December 01, 2020

An assistant professor with Indiana University's School of Public Health-Bloomington recently received a $30,000 award for a pilot study of the effects of e-cigarette use on lung function. Dr. Sarah Commodore, of the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, will serve as principal investigator on the "Vaping and the Adolescent Lung" (VALu) pilot over the course of one year.

Safety of in-person courses at Indiana University supported by new analysis

Monday, November 23, 2020

As Indiana University concludes its final planned week of in-person instruction for the fall semester, IU researchers have analyzed data from the university’s semester-long COVID-19 testing program and found that infection risk was not higher among students attending more in-person courses.

James A. Caplin Estate Generously Endows New Faculty Chair Position for School of Public Health

Tuesday, November 10, 2020

The estate of Indiana University Alumnus James A. Caplin recently provided Indiana University’s School of Public Health-Bloomington with a $2 million gift for the establishment of the James A. Caplin, M.D. Chair in Evidence-Based Public Health. The gift will advance rigorous, scientific study of both access to healthcare as well as the efficacy and quality of healthcare—particularly for the underserved. What's more, preference is to be directed to rural-related research.

Brian Forist earns National Award

Monday, November 02, 2020

Brian Forist, Lecturer with Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington in the Department of Health & Wellness Design is the recipient of the 2020 NAI Award of Distinction from the National Association for Interpretation (NAI).

Dr. Marco Ajelli Joins Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics

Wednesday, October 28, 2020

Indiana University's School of Public Health-Bloomington added Associate Professor Marco Ajelli to its Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics on October 1, 2020. Ajelli previously served as a senior research scientist at the Bruno Kessler Foundation's Center for Information and Communication Technology in Trento, Italy.

AFAR receives renewal award from NIA to pursue research into the biology of aging

Tuesday, October 27, 2020

The American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR), has received a renewal award for up to $2 million over five years from the National Institute on Aging (NIA) to continue its role as the Nathan Shock Centers for Excellence in the Biology of Aging Coordinating Center (NSCs).

School of Public Health Researcher Awarded $450,000 Lead Technical Studies Grant

Monday, October 26, 2020

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently indicated it will fund a new study led by Dr. Jacqueline MacDonald Gibson of Indiana University's School of Public Health-Bloomington. MacDonald Gibson, who chairs the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, will serve as principal investigator for "Targeting Homes with High Lead Exposure Risks by Leveraging Big Data and Advanced Machine-Learning Algorithms."

School of Public Health to Offer New Advanced Degrees in Biostatistics in Next Academic Year

Tuesday, October 20, 2020

Biostatistics experts from a variety of industries are helping faculty and administrators from Indiana University's School of Public Health-Bloomington to shape two new advanced degree programs.

Survey Study Shows Alcohol Use, Frequency Grew Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic

Tuesday, October 13, 2020

Dr. Hank Green and colleagues pursue first nationally representative study of adult social networks and substance use.

ACE welcomes Dr. Laurie Whitsel and Dr. Antonio Williams to its Board of Directors

Tuesday, October 13, 2020

Antonio Williams, Ph.D., associate professor and associate department chair at Indiana University School of Public Health, has joined the American Council on Exercise (ACE) as members of its board of directors effective October 9, 2020.

IU School of Public Health Dean Honored with 2020 Don Owen Award

Thursday, October 08, 2020

The American Statistical Association's San Antonio Chapter recently distinguished Indiana University-Bloomington's School of Public Health Dean David B. Allison with the 2020 Don Owen Award. The award was presented at the 2020 Conference of Texas Statisticians, held virtually from September 18-19 and hosted by Texas A&M University.

IU researchers expanding their work to recruit and train citizen responders for opioid overdose events

Tuesday, October 06, 2020

A new grant will help IU researchers expand their work to recruit and train citizen responders for opiod overdose events.

Former 'MythBusters' Co-Host Jamie Hyneman Receives Bicentennial Medal

Monday, October 05, 2020

Via an online event held on Friday, August 14, 2020, Indiana University awarded IU Alumnus Jamie Hyneman the Bicentennial Medal. Dean David B. Allison of IU's School of Public Health-Bloomington nominated Hyneman and presented the award which is intended to honor distinguished and distinctive service.

COVID-19 pandemic strengthens health care students' commitment to serve

Thursday, October 01, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic hasn't just transformed how students take classes or engage in campus life; it's also fundamentally affected how some students regard their chosen fields of study, solidifying a commitment to careers in public health and health care.

School of Public Health Researchers Awarded Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) Grant

Wednesday, September 30, 2020

The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) will fund a new study conducted by Indiana University-Bloomington's School of Public Health researchers Drs. Alyce Fly, Ming Li, and Katharine Watson. The researchers aim to characterize the impact of pet ownership on the adult gut microbiota, which has been shown to influence the role of cardiovascular disease (CVD) development. Fly, Li, and Watson hypothesize that differences in the gut microbiota of cat and dog owners relative to non-owners are associated with reduced CVD risk.

School of Public Health Honors the Diverse Deans with which it has Populated the Academy Nationwide

Monday, September 28, 2020

It was a cool, clear day in Bloomington on August 25, 2019 when National Public Radio aired a short piece about "dude walls" at different academic institutions. "It inspired some real introspection," IU School of Public Health Dean David Allison recalls.

Assistant Dean of Facilities to Retire After Nearly 35 Years of Service

Wednesday, September 23, 2020

December 31, 2020 will mark the culmination of Dr. David Skirvin's long and successful career at Indiana University-Bloomington's School of Public Health. Skirvin began work as Assistant to the Dean (then Dean Dr. Tony Mobley) in 1986 following his completion of undergraduate and master’s degrees from Indiana University.

Drs. Agley, Barnes Awarded $1.2 Million to Establish Tele-Emergency Network

Thursday, September 10, 2020

Associate Professors Jon Agley and Priscilla Barnes of Indiana University's School of Public Health-Bloomington were recently awarded a $1.2 million grant from the Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA). They join a growing list of School of Public Health researchers who have netted grants in 2020 for projects designed to improve the health of people living in rural areas.

Dr. Alison Greene receives $1 million HRSA grant for rural community opioid response

Monday, August 24, 2020

Dr. Alison Greene, an assistant professor at the IU School of Public Health-Bloomington, has been selected to receive a three-year, $1 million HRSA (Health Resources & Services Administration) grant for SUD/OUD (substance use disorder/opioid use disorder) prevention, treatment, and recovery activities in rural Fayette County, Indiana.

IU public health expert joins World Health Organization group as advisor on COVID-19 and schools

Thursday, August 20, 2020

Dr. Ana Bento, assistant professor of epidemiology and biostats at the IU School of Public Health-Bloomington, is helping to steer national strategies and policies on school's decisions to close and reopen due to COVID-19 as a member of new advisory group through the World Health Organization.

Young adults' risks from first-time opioid prescriptions may not be as high as previously thought

Wednesday, August 12, 2020

Young adults and adolescents who are prescribed opioids for the first time may be at a slightly greater risk of developing a substance-related problem later in life, according to a new study co-authored by Indiana University researchers. However, the risk may not be as high as previously thought.

$2M federal grant awarded to chemical risk assessment startup founded by IU SPH professor

Wednesday, August 05, 2020

Dream Tech LLC helps commercial, regulatory clients evaluate chemical toxicity A two-year, $2 million Small Business Technology Transfer Phase II grant from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences will allow startup Dream Tech LLC to better help companies, regulatory agencies, and nongovernmental and nonprofit organizations evaluate chemical toxicity.

Dr. Kevin Maki's latest research featured in national publications

Tuesday, August 04, 2020

Two recent research papers authored by Dr. Kevin Maki and his colleagues are being featured in numerous prestigious publications.