UAB School of Public Health

09/02/2026

Ready to take the next step in public health? The 2027 application is officially open through SOPHAS for UAB School of Public Health degree programs!

Whether you’re aiming for an MPH, MSPH, or DrPH, start your application today to secure your spot!

Apply now: go.uab.edu/sophapply

09/02/2026

2026 Lou Wooster Public Health Hero Award

Join the UAB School of Public Health for the presentation of the 2026 Lou Wooster Public Health Hero Award, honoring Joyce White Vance, former United States Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama and a nationally recognized legal scholar, author, and public commentator.

This special event will celebrate Vance’s contributions to public service, justice, and community well-being, followed by a conversation exploring leadership, civic engagement, and the impact of public service on health and society.

The first 10 students to attend will receive a complimentary copy of her book.

Thursday, September 10, 2026
11:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
RPHB 107

09/01/2026

09/01/2026

New research from the UAB School of Public Health, led by Dr. Dori Pekmezi and colleagues, highlights the potential of accessible, technology-supported interventions to improve health in underserved rural communities.

Published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, the study found that participants in the Deep South Interactive Voice Response (DIAL) program increased their physical activity levels, with 30% to 44% meeting national exercise guidelines after six months. The intervention combined automated phone calls, fitness trackers, and support from community health advisors to help participants build sustainable healthy habits.

Designed specifically for rural populations facing barriers to physical activity, the program demonstrates how innovative, community-engaged approaches can help reduce chronic disease risk and address health disparities.

Read the full story: https://www.uab.edu/news/research-innovation/automated-phone-counseling-program-for-rural-areas-helps-more-than-30-percent-of-participants-meet-national-exercise-guidelines

08/31/2026

Center Spotlight: Public Health Opportunities Fair

Looking for ways to get involved outside the classroom? Join us for the Public Health Opportunities Fair and connect with SOPH centers, programs, and initiatives making an impact across Alabama and beyond.

Learn about research opportunities, internships, volunteer experiences, community engagement projects, and other ways to enhance your public health experience.

September 2
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Ryals Building, 1st Floor Lounge

Come explore opportunities, ask questions, and discover how you can get involved.

08/28/2026

Join the Fall 2026 Epidemiology Seminar Series for Inside the 24-Hour Movement Cycle: Devices, Data, and What We Are Learning, presented by Dr. Kelley Gabriel.

This seminar will explore how researchers are using devices and data to better understand movement behaviors across the 24-hour day and what these findings mean for health and public health research.

Monday, August 31 at 12PM CT�Registration: https://uab.zoom.us/meeting/register/V6scbNGtSO26_PXTHBZxxw #/registration

08/28/2026

ADPH Career Day 101: Networking Event & State Public Health Laboratory Visit

Interested in exploring careers in public health? Join us for ADPH Career Day 101, a networking event and field trip to the Alabama Department of Public Health’s State Public Health Laboratory in Prattville. Students will have the opportunity to connect with public health professionals, learn about career pathways, and gain a behind-the-scenes look at the work of a state public health laboratory.

* September 23
* Transportation provided from Birmingham
* $10 registration fee (includes round-trip transportation and snacks)
* Open to all SOPH undergraduate and graduate students
* Register and pay by September 11

Space is limited. Visit http://go.uab.edu/2026adphcareerday for additional details.

08/26/2026

Welcome to the UAB School of Public Health!

If you’re heading toward the Dean’s Office or student services, here are a few friendly faces you can expect to see around our space. From academic advising, student recruitment, and graduate admissions to internship coordinators and school leadership, our team is here to support you every step of the way. Whether you need guidance on course schedules, help with degree requirements, or matching with hands-on practice experiences, we’ve got you covered.

Stop by to say hello or drop any questions in the comments below—let’s have a fantastic semester, Blazers! 💚💛

08/25/2026

Day 2 of Welcome Week is here! Stop by the RPHB Lobby from 12:30–2:00 PM for the Student Resource Fair. Come meet our campus partners UAB Career Center, Blazer Kitchen🐉🔥, UAB Disability Support Services, UAB Wellness Promotion, and UAB Office of Service Learning and Undergraduate Research to set you up for success this semester!

08/25/2026

Looking to explore epidemiology, biostatistics, and public health this Fall? This synchronous seminar course (EPI 695/795) is fully online! Join live via Zoom every Monday from 12–1 PM CT. No prerequisites required.