Starting in the 2024-25 academic year, students can take a multidisciplinary public health minor. This minor is meant to extend students’ understanding of the social determinants of health and prepares them to act to improve the health of all populations.
Completing the minor requires 18 credit hours with required courses in both public health and epidemiology. Electives must cover three distinct subject areas:
-Health and health care
-Social and community context
-Neighborhood, education and economic stability
“My focus within the public health minor is helping students to learn about health care policy and advocacy,” says Clinical Professor Dr. Christine Schindler. “These are both crucial components of public health as they shape the systems and structures that determine how health services are delivered, accessed, and funded. It is crucial for people to be engaged in this work as effective health care policies can lead to improved health outcomes, reduced disparities, and enhanced quality of care for populations.”
“Public health aligns with Marquette University’s Mission by reflecting the institution’s commitment to promoting the common good through service, social justice, and ethical leadership,” says Dr. Kelli Jones, clinical assistant professor in the College of Nursing. “By addressing health inequities, advancing community well-being, and fostering a commitment to care and service, public health supports Marquette’s goal of developing leaders who are dedicated to making a positive impact on society.”
People interested in learning more about the public health minor can do so on the university bulletin page.
