Public Policy

Courses Taught

• HS 120 Public Health
  This course introduces students to the core disciplines of public health including epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, social and behavioral sciences, and health policy. Using a social-ecological framework, emphasis is placed on understanding the determinants of health and approaches to public health challenges in the United States. HS 120 and PHP 120 are cross-listed.
• HS 328 Health Equity
  Introduction to the field of health equity, which focuses on ensuring that all populations—regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, immigration status, disability status etc.—have equal opportunity to achieve and maintain a healthy life. Due to issues of marginalization, discrimination, and social determinants of health, many groups do not have access to the means necessary to achieve health and well-being. This course raises conceptual, methodological and substantive issues, including applications to health care and community-based solutions. HS 328 and PHP 328 cross-listed.