GLOBAL HEALTH FIELD EXPERIENCE

ENTOM/NUTRSCI 203

Introduces students to global health concepts through multidisciplinary speakers dedicated to improving health through their unique training. It targets students with an interest in public health and those who wish to learn how their field impacts their global issues.

PUBLHLTH 713

Provides opportunities that facilitate learning in the areas of globally important non-communicable diseases, including but not limited to type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and developmental and acquired disabilities; the global epidemiology of non-communicable diseases; health determinants and indigenous health beliefs and practices; mental health and wellness, including interpersonal violence and opioid abuse; and, food security, nutrition, and obesity. Presumes some background and understanding of basic principles of health and addresses topics at a graduate level.

POPHLTH 644

Addresses a variety of global health topics through study of a specific country. Consider health data, health systems, historical and cultural information, and concepts of cultural competence and cultural humility.

PUBLHLTH 714

Provides opportunities that facilitate learning in the areas of global health studies, engagement, and health data; ethics of global health engagement and international aid; global health research and quality improvement, including human subjects research and the IRB processes; and, international travel planning. Presumes some background and understanding of basic principles of health and addresses topics at a graduate level.

PUBLHLTH 716

A course carried with a UW-Madison study abroad program which has no equivalent on this campus. Current enrollment in a UW-Madison study abroad program.