Sessions For: School of Public Health

Since 2013, PHAST has been going to Grenada in partnership with several organizations on the island. The University of Michigan School of Public Health (UM SPH) Grenada Partnership serves to achieve sustained academic partnerships for public health education and practice collaboration. The summer internship program is an opportunity for Master’s students to gain public health experience in a structured setting. Each summer, 2 UM SPH interns travel to Grenada for an 8-week internship, supervised by pre-selected Grenada mentors. Over the years we have established mentors in institutions throughout Grenada, including the Grenada Red Cross, the Grenada Planned Parenthood Association, the Ministry of Social & Community Development, Housing and Gender Affairs, and more. The internship program is offered schoolwide and does not require any prior connection or familiarity with Grenada before undertaking a Grenada internship. Through this experience, you will embark on a transformative internship experience in Grenada, where you will have the unique opportunity to merge theoretical knowledge with real-world impact. Our internship program strongly emphasizes community partnership and ensures a comprehensive understanding of practical applications within the field.

Eligibility:
Completion of the PH 616: Grenada course is mandatory. Course is Mondays 4 to 6pm in Winter semester, with travel to Grenada over Winter Break.
First-year master's students or dual degree students who have not yet completed a public health internship, in any department at SPH are eligible.
Sign up for the information session to learn more.

Join Patty Krause, Community Health Analyst, from the Washtenaw County Health Department for a tour and conversation to learn more about governmental public health and how it works in the community!
There will be different opportunities to join this semester, with additional opportunities to learn more about the experience of staff or former interns. See below for each indicated opportunity.
Please select only one tour date as seats are limited.
Friday, September 18 from 10-11:30: WCHD Staff PanelMonday, October 26 from 3-4:30: Internship Sharing Friday, December 4 from 1:30-3: Measles Exercise
This is a great opportunity to learn more about local public health and to network!
Space is limited to 10 seats per tour. You will need to provide your own transportation to the health department located at 555 Towner St., Ypsilanti, MI 48198. The health department is accessible with TheRide bus, with a stop located directly outside. Parking is also free.

This track manages the '26-27 Caregiver Craft Nights.

This workshop is for clinicians in training who seek to enhance their skills in providing weight-inclusive health and mental health care. No experience is needed - please come to as many or as few sessions are you are able. Looking forward to having you as part of the conversation!

New name, same autumn fun! Michigan Biostatistics’ annual “Falloween” celebration is now Autumn Fest, and all your favorite fall festivities are coming along for the fun.

Join classmates, faculty, postdocs, and staff on Friday, October 30, from 12:00–2:00 PM in 1680 SPH I (Cornely Community Room). With Halloween just a day away, costumes are encouraged!

We’re packing the noon hour with activities so those heading to the Center for Statistical Genetics gathering at 1:00 PM can join the festivities before they go. Look forward to our traditional rounds of fall-themed Bingo and the candy counting competition; get excited for the Michigan Biostatistics debut of the classic donut-on-a-string contest; and celebrate the triumphant return of extreme candy fishing.

In between or after all the activities, you are also invited to decorate a pumpkin to take home with you.

Bring your seasonal spirit—and your appetite! We’ll have fresh cider and donuts, along with a hearty chili bar for lunch.

RSVP to save your spot—we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

This track manages the '26-27 First-Gen Student Community Events.

This track manages the '26-27 International Student Community Events.

Join us at the School of Public Health to network and learn more about international internships and research completed by master's and doctoral students during the summer of 2026 at the annual Global Public Health Poster Session.

The University of Michigan School of Public Health Public Health Practice & Global Engagement team has organized a series of events over two days to bring our Grenadian partners to campus for a reciprocal, practice-oriented exchange. This is in collaboration with the Public Health Action Support Team, Region V Public Health Training Center, School of Information Engaged Learning Office, LSA Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies, School of Nursing Office of Global Affairs, Center for Global Health Equity, and Office of the Provost Global Engagement Team.

You are welcome to join us for all or part of the event, depending on your role. Please click on each event below for more information.