Alumni

Distinguished alumnus has lived 'a good life' thanks to generosity of inaugural dean

Herman ‘Hank’ Koren, MPH ’59

Herman “Hank” Koren, MPH ’59, credits having an “immense career” thanks to the generosity of Henry F. Vaughan, the inaugural dean of the University of Michigan School of Public Health. Koren is returning the favor Vaughan paid to him by creating the Dr. Herman “Hank” and Mrs. Donna Koren Helping Hands Expendable Fund.

Historic conversation on health equity, anti-racism highlights DEI symposium

The University of Michigan School of Public Health Office for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, in partnership with several groups across campus, hosted the seminar “We make the road by walking: A symposium on advancing a health equity movement,” a daylong gathering focused on health equity, anti-racism and the health sciences based on the groundbreaking work of Dr. Camara Phyllis Jones and Dr. Chandra Ford, international thought leaders in anti-racism and health.

Whitney Peoples, Ari Renda of Michigan Public Health recognized for DEI leadership

Alumnus Brandon Bond honored for role with LSA

University of Michigan School of Public Health staff members Whitney Peoples and Ari Renda were selected as recipients of the 12th Annual Distinguished Diversity Leaders Award. This award is administered by the Equity, Civil Rights, and Title IX Office and sponsored by the Office of the Provost and University Human Relations.

Vaccine effectiveness: Which COVID-19 shots are most protective against severe disease?

Q&A with Sabir Meah

In this Q&A, alumnus Sabir Meah discusses a recent study with Michigan Public Health researchers that examined the variety and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines following primary series vaccination.

Amir and Nicole Rubin's transformational gift elevates Michigan Public Health leadership

Alumni want to ‘provide resources and support that can further propel the next generation of public health leaders’

Amir and Nicole Rubin believe the educational foundation they received at the University of Michigan School of Public Health was pivotal to their careers in the healthcare field. Their Michigan experience and the impact it has had on their careers and lives is why the Rubins have established the Rubin Department Chair of Health Management and Policy.

Denise Anthony named inaugural Rubin Department Chair of Health Management and Policy

Denise Anthony was named the inaugural Rubin Department Chair of Health Management and Policy within the University of Michigan School of Public Health on Sept. 21. The University of Michigan Board of Regents approved Anthony’s appointment to the chair, which was established by Amir Rubin, MHSA ’96, MBA ’96, and Nicole Rubin, MHSA ’95.