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Coming Together for Good: Our Winter Donation Drive Success
This year’s Winter Donation Drive was a powerful reminder of what can happen when a community comes together with generosity and heart. Thanks to the kindness of so many supporters, we were able to collect an incredible 602 donated items. This includes of a mix of clothing, food, and essential hygiene products that will make...Continue reading→
Why Homelessness Is a Public Health Concern – Interview with Hartford Police
Homelessness in Hartford is rising — but it’s more than a housing issue. It’s a public health issue. In this conversation, Community Service Officer Jim Barrett from the Hartford Police Department shares his perspective from the front lines of homelessness outreach. He discusses what’s driving the increase in homelessness in Hartford, the challenges people...Continue reading→
Rooted in Health: Public Health Sciences Cookbook
Welcome to a space where public health takes root. It’s a celebration of what we plant, nurture, and share as a community committed to health and well-being. At the UConn Department of Public Health Sciences, we believe public health starts in the places we live, learn, work, and grow. From the food on our tables...Continue reading→
Welcome Our New Faculty: Dr. Jianghong Li
We are pleased to welcome Dr. Jianghong Li to the UConn Department of Public Health Sciences. Dr. Li joins our faculty as a social and behavioral scientist with more than 25 years of experience conducting applied research alongside underserved and marginalized populations experiencing health disparities. Dr. Li’s work is deeply rooted in community-based and community-engaged...Continue reading→
Welcome Jessie Gleckel to Our Department!
We are thrilled to welcome Jessie Gleckel to our department, a seasoned leader in public health whose extensive experience spans practice, research, and evaluation on local, national, and international stages. Her impressive career has seen her excel in roles at prestigious organizations, such as PATH, Public Health – Seattle & King County, the Public Health...Continue reading→
Supporting Our Community: Winter Donation Drive 2025
This winter, our department is proud to support two impactful initiatives dedicated to serving Hartford residents: Hands On Hartford and Community Service Officer Jim Barrett’s Homeless Outreach Program. As the colder months arrive and financial instability continues to rise, community support is more important than ever. About Community Service Officers & Officer Jim Barrett Community...Continue reading→