From Public Health to Public Policy: Kalia Hobbs Rutz at the Washington State Capitol
COPHP MPH alumna Kalia Hobbs Rutz uses her public health background to help shape public policy to create healthier communities.
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2026 Excellence Awards Recipients
The University of Washington School of Public Health announced the recipients of the 2026 Excellence Awards – including five HSPOP students – which recognize members of the SPH community for their dedication, service, and many contributions to public health.
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UW’s Health Promotion Research Center launches employee wellness program for small businesses
With healthcare costs and burnout on the rise, many smaller organizations struggle to find wellness options that fit their budgets and workloads. Connect to Wellness™ is an affordable, low-time employee wellness program built specifically for small businesses and nonprofits.
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UW READU Research team honored with Academy Health Mosaic Award
READU’s work focuses on advancing drug user health equity, improving overdose response within emergency medical services, and reducing stigma toward people who use drugs.
HSEED Award and Student Funding
Established by the Department of Health Systems and Population Health in 2016, the HSEED Award celebrates students who show outstanding potential to lead and innovate in public health and health services. The HSEED Award provides tuition support for outstanding students across our department’s academic programs. Recipients are honored for their academic merit, diversity of experiences and backgrounds, potential for leadership in public health, and committment to making a difference in their communities.