OHSU-PSU School of Public Health
David Bangsberg, Dean
Karen Camp, Associate Dean for Finance and Administration
Rick Johnson, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
Marguerita Lightfoot, Associate Dean for Research
Lynne Messer, Assistant Dean for Graduate Academic Affairs
Dawn Richardson, Associate Dean for Social Justice
Liana Winett, Associate Dean for Student Affairs & Community Engagement
Belinda Zeidler, Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Academic Affairs
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- B.A., B.S. —Public Health Studies, Applied Health and Fitness
- Undergraduate Certificate in Human Lactation
- Minors in Community Health, Aging Services
- Graduate Certificates in Biostatistics, Public Health
- M.S. —Biostatistics
- M.P.H. —Biostatistics, Environmental Systems and Human Health, Epidemiology, Health Management and Policy, Health Promotion, Public Health Practice (online)
- Ph.D. —Community Health, Epidemiology, Health Systems and Policy
About the School of Public Health
Ending health disparity, in Oregon and around the globe
The School of Public Health unites two of Oregon’s leading universities to educate the next generation of public health leaders, with a vision of ending health disparities in Oregon and around the globe. This unique collaboration combines the strengths of a world-class academic health center with the deep community involvement and diversity of the state’s only urban research university. Our vision is to be the premier destination in Oregon for students of all backgrounds who want to enter the health field and improve lives in their communities.
Collaboration
Two universities, one mission: Better health for all
Oregon Health & Science University is known internationally for groundbreaking and life-saving research in cancer and medicine. Portland State University is a national model for community engagement and academic innovation. Together, the two universities offer unmatched opportunity for students to learn in the classroom and apply that knowledge and in real-world settings.
Access & Equity
A vision of health equity
One of our top goals is to increase the number of underserved and historically marginalized students in the health field. This serves two purposes: to ensure a diverse student body and to enable students to help end health disparities by working in communities that are negatively affected by social, environmental, and health system limitations. Part of our mission is to be an access university, we take pride in the number of students we accept, not how many we reject.
Value
Research + engagement: The best of both worlds
The deep community engagement of PSU faculty and biomedical research expertise at OHSU give students direct access to two distinct but connected areas of academic excellence. Graduates emerge with degrees endorsed by both universities in a field where demand is growing rapidly.
Expanding Role of Public Health
Building healthy populations
With a focus on healthy populations rather than individuals, public health seeks to understand the foundations and social determinants of health and works to resolve disparities. Nutrition, maternal-child health, gun violence, health policy, health literacy and homelessness are only some of the factors in ending health disparities. Populations can be as small as a local neighborhood or as big as an entire region of the world.
Community Partnerships
Connecting with the community
PSU and OHSU have an established network of local and regional partners, including clinics, governmental agencies and nonprofit agencies. This network offers students a wealth of opportunity for internships, hands-on learning and contacts for future employment.
Affordability
An affordable degree with excellent ROI
The cost of a degree from the OHSU-PSU School of Public Health is among the lowest in Oregon and far lower than similar degrees from private colleges. Graduates enter health fields that offer above-average salaries, along with opportunities to work anywhere in the world.
Demand for Graduates
Boundless career opportunities
The health workforce is reaching retirement age, creating a significant gap between demand and supply of health workers in the near future. Graduates can expect a robust career market.