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USF ܽƵapp aims to protect emergency responders

Most of us keep our distance from people with a cold, flu, COVID-19 or other nasty conditions, but what about those who meet them up close, often under stressful circumstances? How do first responders stay healthy in otherwise unhealthy places?

February 24, 2025Research and Innovation, Student Life

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Becoming a public health analyst

YaMaya Barley’s journey into becoming a double Bull at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) is a story of passion, perseverance and a deep commitment to improving the well-being of communities. Originally from Rochester, N.Y., but raised in Tampa, Fla., Barley’s academic and professional path has been shaped by her desire to make a difference in public health.

February 24, 2025Alumni and Development

It has been feared by many that Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be taking over how we do business. However, AI has revolutionized the way businesses operate, transforming mundane tasks into efficient, data-driven processes. In today’s workplace, AI is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s an integral part of daily operations—especially in enhancing occupational safety and health practices.

February 24, 2025In the Media, USF SafetyFlorida

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J. Stephen Frost joins national panel to shape workplace safety

J. Stephen Frost, assistant director of the OSHA Training Institute and Education Center at the USF College of Public Health, has been appointed to the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health.

February 24, 2025Awards and Honors

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COPH’s Activist Lab Boot Camp powers up workforce health advocates

The COPH Activist Lab hosted its 7th Annual Activist Lab Boot Camp, focusing on the theme, “Creating a Healthier and Safer Workforce: Be Voices for Change!” The two-day event, held in collaboration with SERC, explored occupational safety, health and wellbeing.

February 24, 2025College News, Community Engagement

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A night to remember: Join the COPH in celebrating 40 years of public health excellence

Celebrate 40 years of excellence with the College of Public Health at our 40th Anniversary event, hosted at the stunning 20-acre, lakefront Mision Lago Estate on Lake Thonotosassa and just minutes from USF's Tampa campus.

February 10, 2025College News

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COPH launches new departments to advance education and research

Following months of planning and extensive faculty collaboration, the COPH received unanimous approval from the USF Faculty Senate to reorganize and reestablish its academic departments. This significant achievement marks a new chapter in the college’s commitment to excellence in public health education, research and practice.

February 10, 2025College News

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USF ܽƵapp strives to make our world healthier

Most people run from the topic of infectious diseases. Melanie Colombo embraces it.

February 7, 2025Student Life

A look through the microscope at malaria parasite Plasmodium knowlesi, a representative of the most geographically wide-spread malaria parasites, in human blood. The parasites are the dark-colored structures inside the cells.

USF researchers publish new genetic map of essential targets to defeat malaria

Malaria is an insidious disease, often slipping past our best defenses and killing an estimated 600,000 people a year around the world − 75 percent of whom are children barely five years old.

February 7, 2025Research and Innovation

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USF honors two COPH teams for outstanding excellence

Each year, the ܽƵapp recognizes employees who demonstrate "above and beyond" performance excellence and uphold the core values of USF's Strategic Plan, “in pursuit of excellence,” with the Outstanding Staff Awards. This year, two teams from USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) were celebrated for their exceptional contributions to the university’s success--the Family Study Center (FSC) and the COPH Lifelong Learning Academy (LLA).

February 7, 2025Awards and Honors

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Giving the green light to transportation safety

Sophia Peerzada’s path to USF’s College of Public Health (COPH), and ultimately a transportation safety specialist for the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), is one marked by unexpected crossroads, strategic detours and a clear dedication to the cause of public health.

February 7, 2025Alumni and Development

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From DrPH classmates to colleagues

Shawn Moloney and Nicole Ayres first crossed paths as classmates in the doctor of public health and clinical laboratory science program at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH). Despite coming from different backgrounds—Moloney, originally from Kansas, and Ayres, from Jefferson City, Mo.—the two quickly bonded over their shared passion for laboratory science and public health.

February 7, 2025Student Life

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Welcome to the USF COPH news page. Our marketing and communications team is entrusted with storytelling. Through written stories, photography, video and social media we highlight alumni, faculty, staff and ܽƵapps who are committed to passionately solving problems and creating conditions that allow every person the universal right to health and well-being. These are our stories.

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