Join the Vanderbilt MPH Program, along with students, faculty, and staff from across the university and medical center to discuss issues important to improving health and wellness in our community and around the world.
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Monday, April 5
Expanding the Definition of Public Health during COVID-19
A panel of public health experts and community leaders will discuss how the pandemic has bridged the gaps between professions and highlighted the importance of public health in all communities.
- Date: Monday, April 5
- Time: 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
- Location: Zoom
Panelists:
- Kathryn Edwards, M.D., Professor, Department of Pediatrics
- Lindsay Krinks, Co-founder, Director of Education and Advocacy, Open Table Nashville
- Joseph Yracheta, Founding Member and Recruiter, INDIGENOMICS: Path to Health and Social Equity
Additional panelists to be announced
Tuesday, April 6
Soles4Souls Fundraiser
Soles4Souls turns unwanted shoes and clothing into opportunity, by keeping them from going to waste and putting them to good use - providing relief, creating jobs and empowering people to break the cycle of poverty. Soles4Souls partners with women's shelters, veterans organizations, children's programs and schools to get shoes and clothing to those who need it most.
- Date: Tuesday, April 6
Give: www.justgiving.com/team/2021NPHW-VandyMPH
Wednesday, April 7
Post-Graduate Employment Opportunities
Network with local public health hiring managers and discover new employment opportunities. Learn how to access job boards and understand the hiring process. Bring your resume.
- Date: Wednesday, April 7
- Time: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Location: Zoom
Panelists: - Abigail Holloway, Human Resources Analyst, Metro Public Health Department of Nashville and Davidson County
- Kristin Martin, SHRM-SCP, Talent Management and Learning Development Director, Tennessee Department of Health
Additional panelists will include representatives from the Tennessee Department of Health, Metro Public Health Department, TennCare, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and others to be announced.
Thursday, April 8
Public Health Trivia Night
Fun, fast-paced rounds for both the novice and expert alike! Prove your team knows the most about public health over five rounds lasting 90 minutes
- Date: Thursday, April 8
- Time: 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Friday, April 9
Climate Change: A Public Health Emergency
Carol Ziegler, D.N.P., N.P.-C, R.D.
Professor, School of Nursing, Vanderbilt University
Cross-College Scholar, Affiliated Faculty, Vanderbilt Institute for Global Health, Family
Nurse Practitioner, Meharry Family Practice
The last day of National Public Health Week will feature a distinguished speaker to discuss how climate crisis presents "the biggest threat of the 21st century" and poses a direct threat to public health.
- Date: Friday, April 9
- Time: 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom