Public Health & Nutrition at EIU

10/30/2026

Thank you to all students who stopped by to trick-or-treat this week! We loved seeing friendly faces. Wishing you a safe and fun Halloween weekend!

10/28/2026

Coles County Recovery Oriented System of Care (ROSC) Council is currently sharing their community survey to learn more about the needs, experiences, and challenges of individuals living in Coles County. If you live or work in Coles County, please complete and share:

PURPOSE: This survey is to measure public opinion on issues related to substance use, mental health, and recovery. The information collected will be used to identify areas for improvement in our community. Your responses are confidential so please answer the questions honestly and to the best of you...

10/27/2026

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER - Position Opening
East Central Illinois Area Agency on Aging (ECIAAA)
Lead Meaningful Change for Older Adults
The East Central Illinois Area Agency on Aging (ECIAAA) is a trusted leader in the aging network, bringing together public resources, community expertise, and strong local partnerships to improve the lives of older adults, caregivers, and families throughout East Central Illinois. ECIAAA is seeking a dynamic CEO to build on that strength, expand regional impact, and help shape the future of aging well across East Central Illinois.
The Opportunity
ECIAAA is looking for a collaborative, forward-thinking leader who can bring people, organizations, and resources together to create meaningful regional impact. Working in partnership with the Board and leading an experienced staff, the CEO will:
Partner with the Board in developing strategic direction and lead its implementation, translating Board priorities into organizational action, measurable progress, and long-term sustainability.
Serve as a regional leader and advocate, navigating changes in policy, funding, demographics, and the needs of older adults.
Strengthen partnerships, across nonprofit, government, healthcare, and community sectors.
Lead and develop an experienced team, fostering collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
Lead strategic grantmaking, ensuring resources are invested effectively to address the evolving needs of older adults and caregivers.
Ǫualifications
Strong organizational, analytical, leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and lead effectively across diverse stakeholders.
Five to seven years of successful management and leadership experience, with experience in older adult services, nonprofit leadership, human services, grantmaking, or a related field strongly preferred.
Undergraduate degree required; a master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Gerontology, Social Work, or a related field is preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
ECIAAA offers a salary of $125,000–$145,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications, plus a competitive benefits package.
Ready to Lead the Next Chapter?
To apply, please email: [email protected].
Learn more about ECIAAA and its work by visiting the organization’s website: here.
Equal Opportunity Employer
East Central Illinois Area Agency on Aging is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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10/26/2026

Herd Immunity!

10/21/2026

10/20/2026

It is National Health Education Week! Celebrate with us by completing our fun public health themed scavenger hunt, help educate others by sharing your favorite health tips, and keep an eye on our socials for career advice from our faculty members, interactive polls, hear about daily webinars available through SOPHE, and more!

Want to learn more about how to create inclusive programming for people with disabilities? Tuesday, October 20th SOPHE will be hosting a webinar called "Making Health Accessible: Universal Design Strategies That Work for Everyone," at 1PM! Register before the event begins to attend for free!

10/06/2026

🎉We always have a reason to celebrate here in Public Health & Nutrition!

Last week, during the President's Address, we saw our own Dr. Misty Rhoads recognized for receiving the Faculty Laureate award. Congratulations, Dr. Rhoads!

10/05/2026

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men will experience domestic violence in their lifetimes. This includes s*xual violence, physical violence, and/or stalking.

As public health professionals, we strive to create conditions that reduce domestic violence and support survivors because everyone deserves to live a healthy, safe, violence free life. But, prevention and support don’t stop with us.

Everyone has a role to play.

You can:

Be a caring and consistent adult in the life of a child

Talk to loved ones about healthy relationships, red flags, and domestic violence

Create a culture of consent in your home

Use social media to raise awareness among your peers

Donate time, goods, or funds to your local domestic violence program

Advocate for policies that support survivors and their families

If you are experiencing domestic violence, you are not alone.

If you are an EIU student in an emergency situation and would like to speak with a counselor, please call 217-581-3413 or walk in to the Counseling Clinic located in the Human Services Building-Room 1200. We are open 8am-12/1-4:30pm.

If you have experienced a s*xual assault and would like a Prevail advocate present with you at the hospital, please call 217-348-5033 or toll-free at 888-345-2846.

Students may also call Prevails 24/7 confidential hotline 888-345-2846 or HOPE of East Central Illinois 24 hour free crisis line at 1-888-345-3990

10/05/2026

If you're interested in helping with this graduate student's study on romance novels, click the QR code or follow this link: https://eiu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8CkB1DuhhHYGbrw

10/01/2026

Newton High School Health Occupations students visited EIU yesterday. PHN was happy to host some fun activities related to careers in public health and nutrition. Special thanks to Dr. Robinson, Mrs. Noble, Mrs. Wise, Mrs. Gill, and our graduate assistant, Hazel Norris, for hosting the stations!