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Deric Kenne, Ph.D., director of the Center for Public Policy and Health at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï, reviews a map of Ohio. (Photo credit: Rami Daud, ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï)

ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State and Prevention Action Alliance Receive $3 Million Federal Grant to Expand Substance Use Prevention in Eastern Ohio

ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï’s Center for Public Policy and Health and Prevention Action Alliance received a $3 million federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration grant to expand substance use prevention across 20 counties in eastern and southeastern Ohio.

Tags: Community & Society , Health , Community Impact , College of Public Health and Health Sciences

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ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï student Jaden Hacking plans to enroll at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï's College of Podiatric Medicine after earning his bachelor's degree in exercise science from the university. (Photo credit: Rami Daud)

How a Career-Ending Track Injury Introduced a ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Exercise Science Student to Podiatric Medicine

A foot injury ended Jaden Hacking’s track career – and introduced him to podiatric medicine. Now an exercise science major at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State, he’s on the pathway to studying at the university’s College of Podiatric Medicine, drawn by both the impact on patients and the profession’s work-life balance.

Tags: Health , Nationally Distinctive , College of Podiatric Medicine , Exercise Science , College of Public Health and Health Sciences

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Saloni Christian is pursuing her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï's College of Podiatric Medicine. (Photo credit: Bob Christy)

A Student’s Journey From India to ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State to Podiatric Medicine

Saloni Christian planned on traditional medical school until a suturing workshop introduced her to podiatry as a junior at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State. Now a student at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State’s College of Podiatric Medicine, she’s set to graduate in 2027 with an eye toward ankle surgery and wound care.

Tags: Health , Nationally Distinctive , College of Podiatric Medicine , Department of Biological Sciences , College of Sciences and Humanities , College of Honors and Global Education

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Ayat Husain, a student at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï's College of Podiatric Medicine, sits in one of the college's clinic rooms. (Photo credit: Bob Christy)

Finding Her Footing: A Biology Major’s Path to Podiatric Medicine

Ayat Husain grew up with flat feet – and grew curious about the doctors who treat them. Now a student at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State’s College of Podiatric Medicine, she’s on track to graduate in 2027 and hopes to help patients get back on their feet, literally and figuratively.

Tags: Health , Nationally Distinctive , College of Podiatric Medicine , Department of Biological Sciences , College of Sciences and Humanities

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Mobile Flashes students provide fresh produce during a community event. (Photo credit: Rami Daud, ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï)

$1.75 Million Gift From Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Foundation to Expand ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State’s Mobile Health Outreach

The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Foundation has awarded $1.75 million to ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï’s College of Public Health that will support students and programs, such as the Mobile Flashes program.

Tags: Health , Community & Society , Community Impact , College of Public Health and Health Sciences , Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement

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ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï students Ayat Husain, Saloni Christian and Jaden Hacking are pursuing podiatric medicine careers.

Why These ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Students Chose a Career in Podiatric Medicine

From a suturing workshop to a shadowing experience to a career-changing foot injury, three ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï students found their way to podiatric medicine, and they want undergraduate students to consider it too.

Tags: Health , Nationally Distinctive , College of Podiatric Medicine , Department of Biological Sciences , Exercise Science

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Allison Herron got her perfect match on Match Day at the College of Podiatric Medine

Perfect Matches for ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State's Podiatric Medicine Students

March 20th was Match Day at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State’s College of Podiatric Medicine, and for the second year running, 100% of podiatric students got their dream matches for their preferred residency programs.

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Peer Educators with Flash the mascot

Peer Educators Bridge the Gap in Student Mental Health Support

For many students at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï, talking about mental health or wellness can feel intimidating. But for those who connect with Certified Peer Educators, those conversations often start with something simple: another student who understands.

Tags: Students First , Student Life , Health , Community & Society , Division of Student Life

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Allison Herron got her perfect match on Match Day at the College of Podiatric Medine

Perfect Matches for ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State's Podiatric Medicine Students

March 20th was Match Day at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State’s College of Podiatric Medicine, and for the second year running, 100% of podiatric students got their dream matches for their preferred residency programs.

Tags: University News , Health , College of Podiatric Medicine , Nationally Distinctive

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Spring 2026 Nursing Job & Career Fair

IN A FLASH: Career Opportunities in Nursing

Around 200 students from ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State's College of Nursing explored opportunities with visiting hospitals and healthcare facilities at the Spring 2025 Nursing Job and Career Fair.

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