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Meet Lindsey Butler, an MPH student whose interest in history led them to a degree in public health. Learn more about Lindsey using the link in our bio. #umnsph #publichealth A person with light-colored hair, wearing a collared shirt and dark sweater, smiles against a blue background. A quote above reads, "It's important that we have people who are educated in public health in other careers. by @umnsph

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Considering graduate school in public health? Come spend a morning at UMN SPH.

On October 29, prospective graduate students are invited to Sneak Peek at Practice Day.

🎓 Learn about SPH graduate programs and admissions
〽️ Tour campus with current students
💼 Explore careers across public health
💬 Hear from students about Applied Practice
🔎 Explore student projects at Practice Day
🍽️ Stay for lunch

See the campus, meet the people, and explore the academic and professional experiences available to SPH students.

📅 October 29
📍 Coffman Memorial Union, University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Register at the link in our bio.

#UMNSPH #PublicHealth #GradSchool #UMN #GraduateSchool Exterior view of Coffman Memorial Union with people riding bicycles in the foreground. Text overlay invites prospective students to visit on October 29. by @umnsph

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We are thrilled that Madjda Bellamri has joined SPH as an assistant professor in Environmental Health Sciences. Her teaching interests include environmental health, toxicology, cancer biology, exposure science, and understanding the impact of environmental exposures on human health.

We asked her to share the best advice he ever received:
"Never be afraid to ask a question. There is no such thing as a stupid question, and often the simplest questions are the ones that help us learn the most." by @umnsph

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Meet Susan Leppke (BA ’03, MPH ’07), recipient of the 2026 Alumni Service Award. From guiding the School of Public Health Alumni Society Board to championing DEI initiatives and mentoring students, Susan’s principled leadership has driven record-setting engagement 🔗 umnalumni.org/aaasusanleppke2026 or LINK IN BIO.

We're celebrating Twin Cities Homecoming by highlighting #UMNproud alumni and friends who showcase the excellence of the U! Follow along for more. A person in a black outfit poses confidently with crossed arms. In the background, a maroon graphic with the University of Minnesota Homecoming emblem and the text "2023 Alumni Awards" is displayed. by @umnsph

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October marks the start of the respiratory virus season. Influenza, COVID, and RSV make thousands of Minnesotans miserable each year, and these infections can be especially serious for people with underlying diseases. The good news is that there are safe and effective vaccines that have been proven to prevent serious illness caused by the flu, COVID, and RSV.

Epidemiologist and researcher Professor Rebecca Wurtz shares information on how you can stay protected during cold and flu season.

Swipe → to find out what’s recommended.

Guidance updated as of October, 2026. Sources: American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Family Medicine, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the American Medical Association, SpreadtheFacts.org A person receiving a vaccine. Text reads: "Your Guide to Seasonal Vaccines. SPH Professor Rebecca Wurtz breaks down vaccine information and recommendations. by @umnsph

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How does educational debt shape the health workforce?

Join HWTAC for From Student Loans to Workforce Decisions: The Hidden Impact of Educational Debt, a conversation exploring how educational debt can influence who enters the health professions, career and specialty choices, workforce mobility, recruitment, retention, and decisions to remain in or leave the field. Announcing From Student Loans t…
Featuring research and perspectives across medicine, nursing and public health.

Register here:
https://bit.ly/47EcTId

#HealthWorkforce #EducationalDebt #StudentLoans by @umnsph

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Of all 50 states, a new study named Minnesota the #1 place to live. That’s right— we have abundant nature, some of the nicest people you’ll ever meet, a diverse economy, a thriving cultural scenes, and top-notch education. We asked our students and staff, both transplants and long-time residents, to find out their hot takes on why Minnesota was voted the best state for quality of life.

Source: The State of the Nation Report stateofnation.org ranked Minnesota #1 in quality of life, looking at 31 measures that include education, economy, civil liberties, life satisfaction, and more.

#UMN #publichealth by @umnsph

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Practice Day is back on October 29!

Take a look back at some of our favorite moments from previous years, then join us this fall to celebrate the Applied Practice experiences of SPH students.

Current students: Join us for Practice Day.
Prospective students: Come early for sneak peek at Practice Day, including an SPH information session, campus tour, career discussion, and lunch.

📅 October 29 | Coffman Memorial Union
🔗 Details and registration at the link in our bio.

#UMNSPH #PracticeDay #PublicHealth #AppliedPractice #UMN by @umnsph

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Meet Jamie Stang, an SPH professor and master gardener whose work on public health nutrition spans research, teaching, and service. Learn more about Jamie using the link in our bio. #umnsph #publichealth by @umnsph

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Your public health journey could start here. 🎓

Meet UMN SPH at the Fall 2026 Grad Fair — in-person in Tampa, San Francisco, and Austin, or join us virtually on 10/1 or 11/17. Explore programs in Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Community Health, and more.

Link in bio to RSVP.
#THIP #PublicHealth #UMNSPH #GradSchool #ASPPH by @umnsph

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On average, Americans walk 3,000 to 4,000 steps a day. Could adding to that step count lead to a longer life?

According to a study by the University of Minnesota School of Public Health, physical activity levels were a better predictor of mortality than obesity, diabetes, smoking or even heart disease.

Swipe through to find out more. Pedestrians crossed a sunlit street, their motion creating a blur. Overlaid text asks, "What is the best predictor of longevity?" and mentions an SPH study that identified a significant factor. by @umnsph

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September is Healthy Aging Month! At SPH, we are committed to creating communities where people thrive as they age. Check out some of our outreach events throughout the year sponsored by the Center for Healthy Aging and Innovation.

Get more information on these events and find a calendar of healthy aging events using the link in our bio. #umnsph #publichealth by @umnsph

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