Robert Perera, Ph.D., appointed chair of the Department of Biostatistics
The VCU School of Public Health is pleased to announce Robert Perera, Ph.D, will serve as the chair of the Department of Biostatistics.
VCU Public Health expands curriculum, offers more options for microcredentials
A new public health microcential program offers an accessible, flexible way for students and professionals to understand how public health systems work, evaluate evidence, and apply public health approaches to real-world challenges.
VCU Public Health publishes 2025-2026 Annual Report
The VCU School of Public Health is pleased to announce the publication of the FY 2026 Annual Report.
From a 4-year-old’s curiosity to national advocate: VCU student named This Is Public Health Ambassador
Farnese Motto, a Ph.D. student studying social and behavioral sciences, was accepted into the This Is Public Health (TIPH) Ambassador program for the academic year 2026-27.
Nicholas Thomson, Ph.D., named Associate Dean for Research for VCU School of Public Health
Established research leader will guide the School’s growing research enterprise, strengthen support for investigators and expand collaboration across VCU and Virginia.
Strengthening relationships across borders: VCU delegation visits Kazakhstan
A delegation from VCU Public Health visited Kazakhstan to expand and strengthen VCU Global Health Partnerships and build on the 30-year Bolashak program.
Two SOPH faculty members receive promotions
The VCU School of Public Health has announced the promotion and/or tenure of two current faculty members to take effect on July 1, 2026.
Enhance your education with a public health digital badge
Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Public Health debuts five microcredential badges in public health. Students can now expand on their education and career potential by adding a badge in Applied Public Health, Cancer Prevention and Control Science, Epidemiology, Health Policy, and Public Health Communication.
Community, connection at the center of National Public Health Week 2026
Observed each April, National Public Health Week recognizes the field’s role in improving health, preventing disease, and strengthening communities. At VCU, the PHSA organized daily events to highlight the various specialties and impact of public health and our community.
VCU School of Public Health launches new minors for fall 2026
VCU students will have the opportunity to expand their public health knowledge with two new minors offered this fall. As the VCU School of Public Health enters its fourth year, it is partnering with VCUArts to expand its course offerings for undergraduate students. Public Health This minor is ideal for students studying clinical radiation science, […]
