Georgia State University School of Public Health

Georgia State University School of Public Health Located in the heart of Atlanta at one of America's most diverse & innovative research universities.

School Goals:

Prepare students to use multi-disciplinary skills to address contemporary public health problems. Advance public health sciences and our understanding of the causes and prevention of disease. Promote service activities and initiatives by implementing community-based projects, educating professional and lay audiences, and collaborating with the public health workforce to advance heal

th promotion and disease prevention.

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Spring 2013 Enrollment: Over 200 full-time and part-time graduate students

Institute Faculty: 28

Student-Faculty Ratio: 8:1

Number of Currently Enrolled Fulbright Scholars: 17

Percentage of Students who are U.S. Minorities: 46%

Percentage of Students who are from Countries Outside of the U.S: 20%

Alumni: Close to 300 Graduates since Spring 2006

Research Funding: Over $6 million in private and public funding brought to Georgia through IPH research grants in FY 2011-2012

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Research Centers & Initiatives:
Prevention Research Center (PRC)
Mark Chaffin Center for Health Development:
Center for Leadership in Disability (CLD)
National SafeCare® Training & Research Center (NSTRC)
Prevent Child Abuse Georgia (PCA Georgia)

Meet Laura Valentina Davis, a dedicated MPH student and Graduate Research Assistant in Associate Professor Ashli Owen-Sm...
05/27/2026

Meet Laura Valentina Davis, a dedicated MPH student and Graduate Research Assistant in Associate Professor Ashli Owen-Smith's Adopt a School Project.

Laura is committed to developing transformative public health interventions aimed at preventing mental illness among youths in vulnerable communities.

Her passion and expertise shine through in our latest Spotlight feature. https://t.gsu.edu/4uxdqFD

🐾 Panther Pride is heading to New York City on June 4! Georgia State University alumni and friends are invited to a spec...
05/21/2026

🐾 Panther Pride is heading to New York City on June 4! Georgia State University alumni and friends are invited to a special evening at SPYSCAPE Museum that will feature a compelling panel discussion on one of today’s most urgent issues: homelessness among families and children.

🎤 Meet Your Speakers:
▪️ Rodney Lyn — Dean & Professor, School of Public Health
▪️ Shannon Self-Brown — Associate Dean for Academic Affairs & Co-Lead, GSU Center on Health and Homelessness
▪️ April Ballard — Assistant Professor & Co-Lead, GSU Center on Health and Homelessness

Together, they will explore the scale and health consequences of homelessness among families and children living outside of shelters, with a particular focus on those residing long-term in hotels. It's a timely, thought-provoking dialogue you won’t want to miss.

After the discussion, enjoy an hour of open networking and explore SPYSCAPE's interactive museum installations.

📅 Date: June 4, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 – 8:30 PM
📍 SPYSCAPE, 928 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019

👉 Registration link in comments. We hope to see you there!

https://t.gsu.edu/3QV8ls3

Meet Denice Wade. She chose our DrPH program for its stellar reputation in cultivating leaders ready to address urgent c...
05/14/2026

Meet Denice Wade. She chose our DrPH program for its stellar reputation in cultivating leaders ready to address urgent challenges. Dive into our latest Student Spotlight to uncover Wade's inspiring journey and her vision for impactful change.

We’re proud to celebrate Colin K. Smith, Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Health Policy and Behavioral ...
05/04/2026

We’re proud to celebrate Colin K. Smith, Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Health Policy and Behavioral Sciences, on receiving the 2026 President’s Award from the Georgia Public Health Association.

This prestigious recognition honors individuals whose behind-the-scenes contributions have made a lasting impact on public health across Georgia. As if that weren’t enough, he also was re-elected to serve a second three-year term as the Georgia Affiliate Representative to the American Public Health Association Governing Council — a strong vote of confidence from peers and colleagues across the state.

Congratulations, Dr. Smith, and thank you for your continued leadership and service to public health in Georgia and beyond. Please join us in congratulating him on these well-deserved accomplishments in the comments below!

Meet Erica Parham, a passionate advocate for community upliftment! Driven by her mission to serve, she chose the School ...
04/27/2026

Meet Erica Parham, a passionate advocate for community upliftment!

Driven by her mission to serve, she chose the School of Public Health to broaden her impact.

During her internship at the Atlanta Autism Center, Erica crafted invaluable resources for families—an informative caregiver and an essential autism 101 orientation guide. 📚💙

Discover more about her inspiring public health journey in our latest Student Spotlight! https://t.gsu.edu/4vRig1A

04/23/2026

In our latest My Public Health Why, MPH student Lauren Hester shares her passion for connecting health research, education and policy through a career in public health.

What’s your ? Share your story with us!

Today marks Georgia State University’s annual day of giving, and it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the ...
04/21/2026

Today marks Georgia State University’s annual day of giving, and it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of public health.

Your support of the School of Public Health directly benefits our students—and thanks to generous matching opportunities, every gift goes further:

• Members of the School of Public Health Board will contribute $1,000 for every 10 donors to the SPH General Fund, up to $12,000.
• Dr. Christine Stauber and Brendon McHugh will match every dollar donated, dollar for dollar, up to $1,500.

Every contribution, at any level, helps strengthen education, research, and community impact—advancing public health for tomorrow.

⏰ Giving opens today at 10:00 a.m. and closes tomorrow at 7:13 p.m.

Join us in supporting the next generation of public health leaders.

Give today at https://t.gsu.edu/4cmOjip

Armenda Bialas (MPH ’24) began her academic journey studying psychology, driven by a desire to help people. It wasn’t un...
04/17/2026

Armenda Bialas (MPH ’24) began her academic journey studying psychology, driven by a desire to help people. It wasn’t until she worked in case management at a homeless shelter that she began to see the bigger picture—how challenges like housing instability, substance use and access to care are shaped by larger systems.

That realization led her to public health.

Through her MPH experience, Armenda gained hands-on research experience across areas including maternal health, food insecurity and refugee health. As a graduate research assistant, she led projects, contributed to publications and developed practical skills in qualitative research and program evaluation.

Today, Armenda is a policy analyst at RAND, where she works across health, education and social policy—applying the same core skills in different contexts to drive meaningful impact.

Her perspective on public health is simple but powerful:
“You can do so many things with your degree.”

Armenda’s journey is a reminder that meaningful careers are often shaped by curiosity, adaptability and a willingness to explore new directions.

Learn more about her journey in our latest Alumni Spotlight. https://t.gsu.edu/4dVL5Ub

Ademola Adeyemi is pursuing an MPH in Health Management and Policy and wants to tackle health challenges faced by commun...
04/13/2026

Ademola Adeyemi is pursuing an MPH in Health Management and Policy and wants to tackle health challenges faced by communities, especially those dealing with serious mental illnesses.

Read his Student Spotlight Q&A to learn how he plans on making a difference. https://t.gsu.edu/4mwxh4W

Hey SPH Class of 2026! We want to hear YOUR story! Share your journey and post-graduation plans for a chance to be featu...
04/09/2026

Hey SPH Class of 2026! We want to hear YOUR story! Share your journey and post-graduation plans for a chance to be featured on Georgia State University's socials. Click the link to submit your story and let's showcase what it means to represent SPH ! https://t.gsu.edu/48jlWPC

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