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Global Health Institute at Michigan State University: Facilitating, integrating & disseminating global health education, research & outreach at MSU.

Global Health Studies Program: Offering online MS Degree and Graduate Certificate in Global Health.

06/02/2026

Learning about the importance and impact of global health goes beyond what's taught in the classroom. That's why we asked Global Health Studies faculty what they're reading and what they would recommend to students interested in global health in what we call the Global Health Book Club!

Dr. Mieka Smart, an Associate Professor in Global Health Studies, recommends "Poor Economics" by Abhijit V. Banerjee and Esther Duflo. While the book is rooted in research analyzing economic choices and impact in low-income global communities, Dr. Smart says that its emphasis on proper evidence and context for decision-making can transfer to global health practices.

05/29/2026

Calling all global health osteopathic medicine students! If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your academic CV and present in front of a nationwide osteopathic medicine network, abstract submissions are now open for the American Osteopathic Association and the Student Osteopathic Medical Association's OMED Virtual Poster Session and Competition.

This competition is open to medical students and has an international health/global health abstract category. Additionally, approved abstracts will be published online in the Journal of Osteopathic Medicine!

Learn more about the competition and submit your global health research: https://ghi.msu.edu/research/student-research-opportunities

05/28/2026

The future of global health is growing fast. According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, demand for global health-related fields is increasing faster than the national average.

Our global health programs are designed to equip students with the skills and tools they need to step into these high-demand fields.

Learn more about our Global Health Studies programs: https://globalhealth.msu.edu/programs/index.html

05/26/2026

Looking to apply for an international rotation to one of our many partnering medical institutions around the world? Our updated International Rotations page on the Global Health Studies website gives you up-to-date information on how to make your rotation dreams a reality.

Learn exactly what you need to complete an application, decide what country you want to visit and the specialty to focus on, and review the current course syllabus at any time to determine requirements.

See how you can start your international rotation journey on our website: https://globalhealth.msu.edu/education-abroad/international-rotations.html

05/21/2026

Looking to have some summer fun and help communities at the same time?

Join MSUCOM students and faculty for the 2026 Peru Golf Outing, hosted by the International Osteopathic Medicine Organization. Come to the Brookshire Inn & Golf Club in Williamston, MI, on June 27 to raise funds for medical supplies for Peruvian communities.

Learn more and register by June 17: https://ghi.msu.edu/news-and-events/events/2026/06/peru-golf-outing-2026

05/19/2026

Providing students with learning experiences they love >>>>

According to the MSU Education Abroad portal, the top five most favorited programs, ranked by students, are all Global Health Studies programs!

05/18/2026

Congratulations to GHI faculty member and MSU College of Nursing professor Dr. Courtney Sullivan on her recent grant award for pediatric cancer research in Chile!

Through the funding, Dr. Sullivan will lead research to expand and strengthen measurement to support real-time, data-driven improvements at four partnering Chilean hospitals.

Read more about Dr. Sullivan's award and her research: https://ghi.msu.edu/news-and-events/news/2026/05/courtney-sullivan-pediatric-cancer-research-chile-grant

05/14/2026

Congratulations to Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine medical students who presented various research projects and findings based on their education abroad experiences through Global Health Studies!

With their research focused on patient health factors based on the environment, behaviors and education, GHS medical students continue to pave the way for better patient care methods around the world.

05/12/2026

Thinking about your next career step? Global health professionals are continuously in need to tackle issues affecting the United States and beyond.

Our 9-credit Graduate Certificate in Global Health is a great way to accelerate your career. Plus, the credits you earn can transfer over to our Master of Science in Global Health!

Visit our website to learn more: https://globalhealth.msu.edu/programs/gradcert.html

05/11/2026

The Global Health Institute would like to congratulate our Global Health Studies Assistant Director, Stephanie Six, for earning her doctorate in Educational Technology from Central Michigan University!

Stephanie has been working towards her doctorate while managing our Global Health Studies programs, overseeing administrative needs for both undergraduate and graduate courses and assisting students with their academic needs. Her doctoral dissertation focuses on the perceptions graduate students have of the benefits of online, asynchronous learning environments.

We cannot be happier for Stephanie and her accomplishments!

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