MSU Global Health

09/10/2026

At the heart of global health is people: Finding ways to make people's lives better, creating new health solutions, and making a positive impact on those we work for.

That is the "why" for Michigan State University Global Health professor Dr. Rene Hinojosa. An engineer by academic background, Dr. Hinojosa found his calling when he saw how solving global health issues can create a positive difference in people's lives.

Find your why and apply for the Master of Science in Global Health: https://globalhealth.msu.edu/academics/majors-degrees/ms-global-health

09/07/2026

As part of his goal to connect with international communities and learn about traditional medicine, MSU kinesiology major Jagger Wraalstad enrolled in Global Health Studies' pre-clinical observation program in Cusco, Peru.

By learning alongside medical specialists across multiple fields and interacting with Peruvian citizens, Jagger strengthened his desire not only to pursue a career in medicine but also to view health care through a global lens.

Learn more about Jagger's experience in Peru: https://educationabroad.isp.msu.edu/news_article/24204

09/04/2026

Are you an MSU faculty member wanting to expand your reach in global health? The Global Health Institute invites MSU faculty, including adjunct members across our local and global communities, to become affiliated faculty and help guide our mission to lead global health education, research and outreach at MSU and beyond.

Affiliated faculty members are added to the Global Health Institute's faculty directory, receive networking opportunities and thematic engagement with other affiliated faculty, and receive information on funding, research dissemination and teaching opportunities.

Learn more and apply: https://ghi.msu.edu/faculty

09/03/2026

Global health professionals face tough decisions every day about ensuring ethical health practices worldwide. They need to understand how cultural differences, human rights and ethical responsibilities affect work across borders.

In Ethical Issues in Global Health, part of the Master of Science in Global Health program, students gain a deeper understanding of international standards for human subjects protection, global health ethics and the role that international health organizations play in advancing health equity worldwide.

Learn more about our MS program courses and apply today: https://globalhealth.msu.edu/academics/majors-degrees/ms-global-health

09/02/2026

MSU Global Health invites you to attend an upcoming webinar hosted by the MSU African Studies Center, and co-sponsored by GHI, the Institute of Ubuntu Thought and Practice, and the Alliance for African Partnership.

Dr. Jean Bosco Niyonzima, Founder and Executive Director of the Ubuntu Center for Peace, will discuss the healthcare methodology of Ubuntu, which combines the philosophy of interconnectedness with modern medical practices.

For more than 20 years, Dr. Niyonzima and the Ubuntu Center for Peace have worked at the intersection of trauma healing, community development, and peacebuilding in Rwanda. His talk will focus on his journey of using Ubuntu with communities affected by internal conflict, while drawing on individual, relational, and community-level evidence to create better healing experiences.

Register for the event on September 10: https://ghi.msu.edu/news-and-events/events/2026/09/eye-on-africa-jean-bosco-niyonzima

08/28/2026

We may have just watched the new Spider-Man movie as we were making this…

Welcome back, Spartans!

08/27/2026

Global Health isn't just about the physical health of people worldwide. It's about how humans, animals, and the environment shape the world we live in.

Understanding this comprehensive outlook was the goal of MacKenzie Lievois, who graduated from the Master of Science in Global Health program in 2025.

Fueled by her knowledge in biomedical sciences, combined with her passion for advancing women's health, MacKenzie is using the skills from the MS program to create a vision of justice, sustainability and compassion in medicine.

Discover what your "why" is and apply for the Master of Science in Global Health: https://globalhealth.msu.edu/academics/majors-degrees/ms-global-health

08/25/2026

This month, Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine students traveled to Peru for their clinical immersion education abroad program.

This two-week program, led by GHI Associate Medical Director Dr. Jodi Flanders, took medical students to Iquitos and Lima for service-learning opportunities and direct medical observation with local medical institutions.

In Iquitos, students cared for more than 600 patients at local clinics in coordination with both local physicians and MSU faculty. Students also provided patient care to residents in villages along the Amazon River. In Lima, students visited Instituto Nacional de Salud del Niño hospital to observe different units and learn about Peruvian healthcare delivery models.

The Peru clinical immersion program is one of our most popular and longest-lasting education abroad programs, and we are always grateful to be a part of MSUCOM students' medical journeys.

08/25/2026

Due to unexpected scheduling conflicts, our Cyclospora webinar scheduled for Wednesday, August 26, has been canceled.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Cyclospora, the foodborne parasite that can cause the illness cyclosporiasis, has been in the news recently due to outbreaks in states across the US, especially in Michigan. With these outbreaks, questions can arise about where it can thrive, how it's detected and what the best treatment methods might be.

Join the Global Health Institute for a free webinar hosted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's Dr. Sonia Almeria, as she discusses the epidemiology, clinical symptoms, diagnosis, detection and characterization, treatment, control and prevention methods for Cyclospora. Furthermore, Dr. Almeria will discuss future research needs to fill the knowledge gaps regarding this important parasite.

Register online at: https://ghi.msu.edu/news-and-events/events/2026/08/cyclospora-status-sonia-almeria

08/24/2026

Are you looking to join a Global Health education abroad program this year?

Join us, along with the MSU Office for Education Abroad, for our education abroad launch session on September 16! We'll discuss all the available programs for undergraduate and medical students during the 2026-27 academic year, along with opportunities to ask about programs you're interested in.

This event is open to all majors. Join here: https://ghi.msu.edu/news-and-events/events/2026/09/education-abroad-launch-session-2026-27