Celebrating National Public Health Week
3/6/25

Join us as we celebrate the contributions of public health both locally and globally throughout April.

Celebrate 10 Years of Stepping!
3/3/25

The UB Step Challenge is back and bigger than ever, with more prizes and more fun! Throughout the month of April, simply log your daily steps. Open to ALL!

UB Earns Global Recognition
1/6/25

UB ranks among the world’s top universities for for environmental and social impact in the 2025 QS World Rankings.

When Artificial Intelligence (AI) Meets Health
8/28/24

As AI shakes up the world, UB—and the School of Public Health and Health Professions—are gearing up to harness this powerful technology for the greater good. 

UB awarded $3.6 million to train minority researchers
8/26/24

Faculty from the SPHHP designed the training program and will provide research training and mentoring for the future underrepresented-minority trainees. 

Group photo of faculty and students at UB veggie van on South Campus.
Bringing fresh and affordable produce to campus
8/26/24

The UB Veggie Van's mission is simple--to promote nutrition security among students, staff and faculty.

Forward-thinking research
5/6/24

SPHHP students present innovative research projects at Perry Poster Day.

Grow your expertise, purposefully
9/12/23

Here is how you'll learn to help people live healthier lives.

Women’s Health Initiative Clinic Coordinator Theresa Zulawski positions Project Staff Associate Doreen Sheedy for a dental x-ray.
A study for the ages
8/22/22

Women’s Health Initiative makes lasting contributions to cardiology.

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School of Public Health and Health Professions

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Department of Biostatistics
Recognized as one of the top 20 biostatistics programs in the country by U.S. News & World Report, our department is dedicated to providing outstanding academic and practical training opportunities in the context of cutting-edge biological and health science research.
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Department of Community Health and Health Behavior
Our academic offerings and research efforts center on understanding individual- and community-level factors that influence health behavior choices and developing ways to encourage positive change. With the goal of making the healthiest choice an easy choice, our department will prepare you to be an agent of change and service in the public health arena.
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Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health
Offering programs in epidemiology, environmental health and health services administration, our interdisciplinary curriculum draws from medicine, oncology, toxicology, geography, biostatistics, nutrition, computer science, management and law. Our faculty will work closely with you to help create meaningful and personalized academic, research and/or field experiences.
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Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences
Our department is one of only a few in the country that combines exercise and nutrition sciences in a school of public health. This offers a broad understanding of the human body, including physiological, biomechanical and nutritional factors, and provides unique academic and research opportunities.
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Department of Rehabilitation Science
Our accredited professional programs in occupational therapy and physical therapy have been recognized as among the best in the country by U.S. News & World Report, while our PhD in rehabilitation science and certificate program in assistive technology offer further opportunities to help people live healthier, more active and independent lives.

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UB Health Impact Briefs

Student to Student
Naomi Lazurus.
“I want to be a part of our country's change for a healthier, more equitable future for all of its people, and public health has allowed me the room to grow.”
3/2/21

Naomi Public Health/Law Student

Paula Arcila Colt.
“Currently, I am proud of and excited about my progress in my studies and the career path I have chosen at UB. ”
7/25/23

Paula Arcila Colt 
Occupational Therapy Student

Emma Reed.
"We are exposed to so many unique and fascinating aspects of physiology through all of the current research taking place here at UB."
5/23/22

Muhamed McBryde
 Exercise Science MS Student

Michelle Eliason.
“When I was considering a PhD program, I knew that UB was my first choice because of the rigorous standards, helpful and genuine faculty, and the level of cooperation and collaboration between departments and the community. ”
4/22/24

Michelle Eliason
Rehabilitation Science PhD Student

Daniel Chan.
“I’ve always been interested in how public health affects people on an individual and population level.”
3/2/21

Daniel Public Health Student

Nadia Koyratty.
“The professors are very encouraging in letting us find and follow our interests, while guiding us in our research activities.”
3/2/21

Nadia
 Epidemiology PhD Student

Chelsea Shuren.
“I truly found my passion for epidemiology and the field of public health during my sophomore year when I transferred into the School of Public Health and Health Professions.”
3/2/21

Chelsea Public Health Student

Ericka Taplin, DPT student.
"Physical therapy is a very rewarding and challenging field, and this program excels in preparing you to become a successful physical therapist in the future."
6/2/20

Ericka Taplin
 DPT Student

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