It’s no secret that “Our practice is our passion” in the USF College Public Health. However, the college is also passionate about fellowshipping together.

Often.

Case in point, over the past 30 days members of the COPH family had an opportunity to unite in Washington, DC and Tampa for the sole purpose of building community.

On March 24, about 50 alumni, faculty, and staff gathered at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. The 30^th anniversary event was held in conjunction with the Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health’s annual meeting.

 

Back on the home front, USF’s Riverfront Park served as the backdrop for the COPH’s annual BBQ on April 11.

“We all had a wonderful time at the BBQ on Saturday, thanks to the financial support of the college, [department] chairs, and EOH for the canoeing,” said faculty member Dr. Kate Wolfe-Quintero.  “I want to thank the community-building committee who planned this event and took care of the prep, purchasing, set-up, grilling, and take-down.”

CBC members include: faculty—Marie Bourgeois, Sheri Eisert, Rene Salazar, Kate Wolfe-Quintero (chair); staff—Somer Burke, Jessica Grossman; and, students—Arturo Rebollon, Danielle Rankin, Rema Ramakrishnan, Alexis Brinkerhoff, Kambria Haire, Alison Palmer.

“The BBQ was a blast, said doctoral student Arturo Rebollon, president of COPH student organizations. “I think everyone loved the chill vibe.”

To actively engage with the USF COPH, join the community on Facebook or Linkedin. Upcoming events are posted to social media and the college’s calendar. Next up is the college’s Inaugural Alumni Awards Ceremony on May 2.

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