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Celebrating five years, the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health has become a dynamic hub for innovation, education, and community impact. Through research, partnerships, and diverse academic programs, it empowers future leaders to address global health challenges, advance equity, and improve well-being—fulfilling its promise to create a healthier world.

At the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health, students like Thet Nwe Myo Khin turn curiosity into impact through education, advocacy, and research. With innovative undergraduate and graduate programs, hands-on learning, and community partnerships, the school empowers future leaders to shape equitable, evidence-based solutions for today’s most urgent public health challenges.

The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health advances well-being by shaping evidence-based policy locally and globally. From pioneering tobacco control and influencing FDA and Surgeon General reports to addressing climate, nutrition, and equity, faculty research informs legislation and public action—transforming science into impactful policy that protects health worldwide.

The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health advances community-centered research to address global challenges in gender equity, clean water, and physical activity. Through initiatives in environmental health, planetary health, and social justice, faculty collaborate worldwide to empower communities, inform policy, and promote healthier, more equitable futures for all.

At the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health, dedicated staff connect students with community partners, support experiential learning, and strengthen local health initiatives. Programs like the Neighborhood Health Program and Revive & Survive San Diego illustrate how staff foster education, collaboration, and hands-on impact—ensuring student growth while advancing community well-being.

A journey through the southeastern United States explored the historical connections between the Civil Rights Movement and public health, highlighting the lasting impacts of structural racism and the necessity for ongoing work towards health equity. The experience reinforced the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health's commitment to community-driven research and a more inclusive approach to public health.

Designed to train future public health leaders and practitioners to address 21st century public health challenges, the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health transcends the traditional boundaries of academia. The school connects innovative education, leading research and community experts to address public health issues through impactful projects and hands-on learning experiences.

Honoring community wisdom, the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health invites regional and global partners to co-create transformational research with global impact. The school cultivates a culture of service through initiatives like Revive & Survive San Diego and fosters a sense of shared responsibility for the health of the San Diego region, the nation, and the world through collaborative councils.

The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health is bridging the gap between public health research and community impact through collaborative, community-driven research and initiatives. We are studying the impact of climate change in communities, the effects of physical activity on health, ways to optimize HIV care and more.

Staff are essential to the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health's success, supporting students, driving research innovation and fostering a collaborative community. They ensure the success of the school's mission and vision with dedication that exemplifies the strength and impact of our staff.