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NCWU Department of Public Health North Carolina Wesleyan University's Department of Public Health includes the undergraduate Health Promotion major and the Master of Public Health program.

📅 MARK YOUR CALENDARS!We have TWO exciting NCWU Public Health Lunch & Learn opportunities coming up this October! 💙💛Join...
09/29/2026

📅 MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

We have TWO exciting NCWU Public Health Lunch & Learn opportunities coming up this October! 💙💛

Join us virtually on Microsoft Teams to hear from local public health professionals, learn more about the work happening in our surrounding communities, and have the opportunity to ask questions!

🩵 October 14 | 12:00–12:30 PM
Philisa Fowler, MA
Human Services Planner/Evaluator
Carteret County Health Department
✨ A Closer Look at Carteret County

💛 October 28 | 12:00–12:30 PM
Angela L. Manning, REHS
Public Health Director
Nash County Health Department
✨ A Closer Look at Nash County

Whether you’re interested in local public health, community programs, current health needs, or just want to learn more about what happens at the county level, we would love to have you join us!

📲 Save the dates, scan the QR codes on the flyers to join, and come ready with your questions!

❤️ Walking for Heart Health! ❤️NCWU Public Health was proud to be represented at the Twin Counties Heart Walk on campus ...
09/26/2026

❤️ Walking for Heart Health! ❤️

NCWU Public Health was proud to be represented at the Twin Counties Heart Walk on campus this morning!

MPH students Khiyah Jones and Sarah-Rose Haigler, along with Tonia Grimsley, MPH, Visiting Instructor of Public Health, volunteered their time to support this meaningful event. 👟❤️

We love seeing our Public Health students and faculty getting involved and making a difference right here in our community! Every step helps raise awareness and support the importance of heart health. 🫀

Thank you to Khiyah, Sarah-Rose, and Ms. Grimsley for representing NCWU Public Health! 💙💛

🎉 Please join us in congratulating NCWU Public Health undergraduate student, Ms. Jolyna Sundbom!This summer, Ms. Sundbom...
09/26/2026

🎉 Please join us in congratulating NCWU Public Health undergraduate student, Ms. Jolyna Sundbom!

This summer, Ms. Sundbom interned with the Edgecombe County Extension Center through NC State University. After reviewing an Edgecombe County health needs assessment, she designed and delivered a nutrition education program titled “Fun with Family Cooking.”

Ms. Sundbom had the opportunity to present her work at the NC State Extension Intern Showcase Symposium, alongside interns from across North Carolina. Her hard work and dedication stood out, as she was one of only ten interns to receive the Distinguished Poster Award! 🏆

Congratulations, Jolyna! We are so proud to see our NCWU Public Health students making an impact in their communities! 💙💛

🍂 Fall is almost here, and it’s the perfect time for a healthy reset! Small choices throughout your day can add up when ...
09/20/2026

🍂 Fall is almost here, and it’s the perfect time for a healthy reset! Small choices throughout your day can add up when it comes to your health and well-being. Whether it’s getting outside for a walk, drinking more water, getting enough sleep, or simply taking a few minutes for yourself, healthy habits don’t have to be complicated. 💜

What healthy habit are you bringing into the new season? 🍁

🏃‍♀️ Small moves can make a BIG impact! 💙💛Physical activity is about so much more than working out. Moving our bodies ca...
09/07/2026

🏃‍♀️ Small moves can make a BIG impact! 💙💛

Physical activity is about so much more than working out. Moving our bodies can support heart health, improve mental well-being, promote better sleep, and help us stay healthy throughout our lives.

And remember — every movement counts! 🚶‍♀️ Whether it’s taking the stairs, going for a walk between classes, playing a sport, dancing, or getting active with friends and family, finding ways to move that YOU enjoy can make a difference.

From a public health perspective, creating communities where everyone has safe and accessible opportunities to be active is an important part of building healthier futures. 🌎

✨ Move today for a healthier tomorrow!

Public health is everywhere! 🌎💙💛From the schools we learn in and the food we eat, to the air we breathe and the communit...
09/07/2026

Public health is everywhere! 🌎💙💛

From the schools we learn in and the food we eat, to the air we breathe and the communities we call home, public health plays a role in our everyday lives.

Public health professionals work behind the scenes every day to:
🩺 Prevent disease and promote healthier lives
🏫 Support healthier schools and communities
🌱 Protect environmental health
📊 Use data to understand health trends
🤝 Connect people with resources and care
🚨 Prepare communities for emergencies

At NCWU, our Public Health students are preparing to make a difference in communities across North Carolina and beyond!

Where do YOU see public health in your everyday life? 💭

💙💛 NCWU COMMUNITY DAY: COMMUNITY WALK! 💛💙🚶‍♀️ Walk. Connect. Move. Be a Bishop! 🚶‍♂️Join us for the Community Walk as pa...
08/31/2026

💙💛 NCWU COMMUNITY DAY: COMMUNITY WALK! 💛💙

🚶‍♀️ Walk. Connect. Move. Be a Bishop! 🚶‍♂️

Join us for the Community Walk as part of NCWU Community Day!

📅 Tuesday, September 1, 2026
⏰ 10:15–10:45 AM
📍 Start: Minges Auditorium in the Dunn Center
🏁 Finish: Southern Bank Green

Physical activity is an important part of public health, but this walk is about more than getting your steps in! 💛 It’s also a chance to connect with others, take a break, get outside, and celebrate our NCWU community together.

👟 Grab a friend
💙 Wear your Bishop colors
☀️ Get outside
🚶‍♀️ Get moving
🤝 Connect with your NCWU community

One campus. One community. Stronger together.

🦠💙 Back-to-School Germ Check! 💛📚Classes are back in session, and unfortunately, that can also mean germs are making thei...
08/29/2026

🦠💙 Back-to-School Germ Check! 💛📚

Classes are back in session, and unfortunately, that can also mean germs are making their way around campus! 🤧

Taking a few simple steps can help protect you AND the people around you. Wash your hands often, cover coughs and sneezes, clean frequently touched items (yes, that includes your phone! 📱), stay hydrated, get plenty of rest, and give yourself time to recover when you’re feeling sick.

Public health starts with the small choices we make every day. Together, we can help keep our NCWU community healthy! 💙💛

What is YOUR must-have when you’re feeling under the weather? Drop it in the comments! 👇

🎓💙 Where can a degree in Public Health take you?Public health opens the door to so many different career paths! 🌎 From e...
08/19/2026

🎓💙 Where can a degree in Public Health take you?

Public health opens the door to so many different career paths! 🌎 From epidemiology and community health to research, healthcare administration, environmental health, policy, and more, there are countless ways to make a difference.

No matter which path you choose, public health is all about one goal: helping people and communities live healthier lives. 💛

Your future in public health can start right here at NCWU! 🐾

💬 What public health career interests you the most? Let us know in the comments or send us a DM!

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🎉📚 Welcome Back, NCWU Students! 💙💛A new semester means new opportunities to learn, grow, and make a difference in public...
08/10/2026

🎉📚 Welcome Back, NCWU Students! 💙💛

A new semester means new opportunities to learn, grow, and make a difference in public health! Whether you’re returning to campus or just starting your journey, we’re so excited to have you here.

This semester, we’ll be sharing:
🩺 Public health tips
💡 Career and internship opportunities
📖 Study resources
🎉 Campus events
🌎 Ways to get involved in our community

We want this page to be a resource for YOU!

👇 Drop your questions in the comments below or send us a DM! Whether it’s about the Public Health program, classes, careers, campus life, or anything in between, we’re here to help.

Here’s to an amazing semester—let’s make it a great one! 💙💛

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