SPH 602 - Public Health Engagement & Communication

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 0-3S-0)

This interdisciplinary seminar is designed to prepare PhD students with the comprehensive knowledge and skills necessary for effective engagement with communities and the health system in both research and practice. The course will explore the concepts of engaged scholarship, emphasizing how these can be applied within students' specific fields to foster relevant and high-quality research. The seminar also includes comprehensive training in public health communication strategies, such as writing grant proposals and manuscripts, as well as preparing and delivering presentations to both scientific and lay audiences. All PhD students are required to complete this course. Prerequisite: SPH 604 or consent of the instructor.