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Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health at IU Indianapolis We strive to ensure the interests of the public are represented in health policies and practices. The IU Richard M.

Fairbanks School of Public Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health for all people. Health is defined as the capacity to develop full human potential, not simply the absence of disease. In promoting the health of communities, DPH emphasizes the prevention of disease and injury and recognizes the interconnectedness of the physical environment and ecosystem to the health of the community. DPH strives to ensure that the interests of the public are represented in health policies and practices and supports activities that promote this comprehensive view. The School is committed to the principles of equality, shared decision-making, and a focus on the social, biological and environmental determinants of health which are central tenets of healthy communities and social justice. DPH embraces collaborative and participatory activities as a means of working collectively with other institutions and organizations in the community, across the state, nationally and internationally to ensure healthy communities and populations, a prerequisite for social justice. While the traditional regulatory, legal and legislative functions of public health remain as important as ever today, public health is dynamic and must respond in innovative ways to emerging challenges to world health.

After exploring several majors, Zharia Hasan Bey found her purpose in public health. Through peer education, street medi...
10/24/2026

After exploring several majors, Zharia Hasan Bey found her purpose in public health. Through peer education, street medicine research, and mental health advocacy, she is discovering where a public health degree can take her.

After exploring several majors, Zharia Hasan Bey found her purpose in public health. Through peer education, street medicine research, and mental health a...

As an FSPH alumni, joining a study abroad trip is an opportunity to step back into the FSPH community, learn alongside t...
10/22/2026

As an FSPH alumni, joining a study abroad trip is an opportunity to step back into the FSPH community, learn alongside today's students, and experience global health in an international setting. You'll have the chance to see a new place, expand your perspective, and make connections with students and fellow members of the FSPH community.

In 2027, that could mean hearing from leaders at the World Health Organization in Geneva, or seeing how the U.K.'s National Health Service works in practice in London.

Interested in joining us in 2027? Let us know 👉 https://ow.ly/X5n05100cMs

FSPH alumni, if you are attending the American Public Health Association (APHA) annual meeting in San Antonio, we invite...
10/17/2026

FSPH alumni, if you are attending the American Public Health Association (APHA) annual meeting in San Antonio, we invite you to attend the Fairbanks School of Public Health, Indiana Public Health Association, Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington, and Purdue University Public Health reception on Monday, November 2 from 6-8 p.m. CT at The Republic of Texas Restaurant, 526 River Walk St, San Antonio, TX.

We are looking forward to seeing all of our alums and catching up! Please RSVP if you are planning to join us ➡️ https://go.iu.edu/Zv2CYw

From shaping military health policy to collaborating with medical leaders across 38 countries, Mike Fea is putting the D...
10/16/2026

From shaping military health policy to collaborating with medical leaders across 38 countries, Mike Fea is putting the DrPH into action, turning classroom learning into real-world solutions and preparing to lead in global health diplomacy.

After nearly 33 years in the U.S. Air Force, Mike Fea is using the DrPH program to turn classroom learning into real-world policy solutions while expandin...

This spring, we're inviting Fairbanks School of Public Health alumni to join our study abroad experiences in London or G...
10/14/2026

This spring, we're inviting Fairbanks School of Public Health alumni to join our study abroad experiences in London or Geneva, March 14-20, 2027, offered concurrently with our student trips through the IU Alumni Association.

As an alum, you'll have the opportunity to travel internationally, learn about global health alongside current students, and reconnect with the FSPH community. Each trip is only one week, so it fits in your busy professional schedule. Whether you're interested in expanding your global health perspective, exploring a new destination, or simply looking for a meaningful way to reconnect with FSPH, we'd love to have you join us.

Learn more and let us know you are interested ⤵️

Continue your educational journey beyond graduation through immersive, faculty-led study abroad experiences designed exclusively for IU Indianapolis alumni.

What makes a great learning experience? Just ask Alexa Maliano! Alexa, a student in our accelerated MHA program, was rec...
10/13/2026

What makes a great learning experience? Just ask Alexa Maliano!

Alexa, a student in our accelerated MHA program, was recently featured in IU's The Connected Professor, sharing her perspective on what helps students thrive in the classroom.

We love seeing our students bring their perspectives to the conversation, and Alexa offers some great insights for instructors and fellow students alike.

A perspective from an IU Indianapolis student in the Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health.

Study abroad in London or Geneva on Spring Break! Join us for an information session tomorrow (Oct. 13) at 2 p.m. to lea...
10/12/2026

Study abroad in London or Geneva on Spring Break! Join us for an information session tomorrow (Oct. 13) at 2 p.m. to learn more about the trips, what you’ll experience, and how to get started.

Study abroad in London or Geneva on Spring Break! Join us for this information session to learn more about the trips, what you’ll experience, and...

You can read about global health in a textbook. Or you can go experience it. Spring Break 2027 is your opportunity to ta...
10/09/2026

You can read about global health in a textbook. Or you can go experience it. Spring Break 2027 is your opportunity to take learning beyond the classroom.

In Geneva, explore a city at the center of international health and learn about organizations tackling global health challenges.

In London, examine the NHS, explore the history of epidemiology and public health, and learn in the places where some of the field’s most important moments happened.

Along the way, experience new cultures, explore one of Europe’s great cities, build connections, and come home with a new perspective on your education and your future.

Watch our latest videos and learn how to apply 👉 https://fairbanks.indianapolis.iu.edu/academics/study-abroad/index.html

“What we expect to have, or what we should have in Indiana is zero (measles cases). We should have no cases of measles i...
10/08/2026

“What we expect to have, or what we should have in Indiana is zero (measles cases). We should have no cases of measles in the state.” -- Thomas Duszynski

MARION COUNTY, Ind. — As of Friday, the Indiana Department of Health reported there are 25 confirmed cases of measles across the state. While none of this year’s instances have been in central Indi…

Assistant Professor Vinita Sharma was interviewed by Amanda Giordano, professor at the University of Georgia, for her po...
10/07/2026

Assistant Professor Vinita Sharma was interviewed by Amanda Giordano, professor at the University of Georgia, for her podcast, “Safety First: Tackling Tough Topics with Teens” that aims to support parents and professionals who work with youth. Vinita's interview was about kratom use among U.S. adolescents. Listen to the interview ➡️ https://ow.ly/VMvp50ZVyhl

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