Charles Holmes recommended as next School of Public Health dean
Charles Holmes, an internationally recognized physician-scientist and global health leader, has been recommended to serve as the next dean of the School of Public Health.
Leadership Results
National biodefense leaders call for coordination and stable public health support
The University of Michigan hosted the Bipartisan Commission on Biodefense for campus discussions on strengthening US preparedness for biological threats. Leaders highlighted the need for sustained federal leadership, stable research funding, and bipartisan action. Speakers urged One Health coordination, clearer public communication, and updated biodefense strategy to protect supply chains and counter outbreaks.
Anthony reappointed as Rubin Department Chair at Michigan Public Health
Denise Anthony will serve another three-year term as Rubin Department Chair of Health Management and Policy through 2028, continuing her leadership in digital health research and student experience.
Kelley Kidwell to serve as interim associate dean for faculty affairs
Kelley Kidwell, internationally recognized biostatistician, will serve as interim associate dean for faculty affairs at Michigan Public Health starting July 1, 2025, filling the role vacated when Lynda Lisabeth became interim dean.
Alum, faculty member and administrator Lynda Lisabeth named interim dean
Lynda Lisabeth, a distinguished scholar with years of experience as a faculty member, administrator and researcher, has been selected to serve as interim dean of the University of Michigan School of Public Health.
Dean F. DuBois Bowman to become president of Morehouse College
University of Michigan School of Public Health Dean F. DuBois Bowman will become the president of Morehouse College, effective July 15, 2025. This appointment represents a homecoming for Bowman, who earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from Morehouse.