“The JSPH at NSU and ODU is a unique partnership in academic public health. As the second HBCU to provide a school of public health, I am thrilled that our collaboration has reached this critical milestone. One of the many distinguishing characteristics of NSU as an HBCU is a longstanding commitment to health and wellness for everyone,” said NSU President Javaune Adams-Gaston, Ph.D. “This is a unique partnership between our two institutions that in time will show the power of regionalism…and how collaboration can be used to find solutions to improve wellness and health outcomes for everyone, especially in underserved communities.”
“[SCHEV approval of the JSPH] is an historic moment for ODU, NSU and the broader Hampton Roads community. The approval of the Joint School of Public Health underscores the importance of a robust and innovative public health education to serve all communities across the commonwealth,” said Li-Wu Chen, Ph.D., the founding dean of the JSPH. “With a goal of transforming public health to promote health equity in mind, we are excited to offer students, faculty and community stakeholders expanded and enriched opportunities under the umbrella of a forward-thinking, collaborative joint school that brings together the expertise from partner institutions with a history of exceptional public health education, research and community engagement."
Source: 10-3-24 Press Release Announcing SCHEV Approval
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