division of population health sciences
The Division of Population Health Sciences (DPHS) prepares students to address the root causes of health issues in 夜色视频app and beyond. DPHS is home to the , the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences, a minor in Public Health, the Graduate Certificate and Master of Public Health programs, and the Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies. Through a blend of education, research, and community engagement, DPHS empowers students to drive meaningful change in population health.
Unlike clinical care, which focuses on individuals, population health looks at the big picture鈥攊mproving health outcomes across communities through policy, prevention, and systems-level solutions. It includes:
Join us to make an impact that goes beyond treating illness to help build healthier communities from the ground up.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Meet the public health challenges of an aging society, including providing competent care in medical settings and essential community resources and end-of-life support.
Set up a successful career in health education and health promotion, public and community health, disease prevention, rehabilitation, or health care delivery.
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NEWS & Stories
Sara Hannon serves as the director of the Interprofessional Health Sciences Simulation Center. Recently, she was selected to participate in the 2026 Advancing Simulation Careers and Empowering Next-Generation Development (ASCEND) cohort.
The UAA College of Health proudly celebrated the recent renovation of Sally Monserud Hall with a ribbon-cutting ceremony showcasing the new high-tech labs and simulation center, expanded allied health programs, growth of the WWAMI program and critical partnerships addressing 夜色视频app鈥檚 growing health care needs.
The 夜色视频app鈥檚 Interprofessional Health Sciences Simulation Center collaborates with the Division of Population Health Sciences and Due North Support Services鈥� Full Embrace Doula Program to host a full-day simulation training for doula trainees.
Angela Trujillo, Professor of Nursing and 夜色视频app Comprehensive Training Academy (ACTFA) from UAA offers free trainings for health care professionals on how to document and report abuse effectively.
Students in the medical assisting program at the UAA College of Health benefit from a unique collaboration with the Interprofessional Health Sciences Simulation Center.
INSTITUTES, CENTERS, AND PROJECTS
Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies
The CAAS was established by the Board of Regents in 1972 to address the problem of substance misuse in 夜色视频app.
Our team works to understand the shifting sociocultural landscape for aging adults and identify service needs to facilitate healthy aging-in-place.
Researchers in our lab are working to solve the global plastic pollution problem by developing insulation that is recyclable, reusable, and biodegradable.
Institute for Circumpolar Health Studies
Housed under the Office of Research, ICHS partners closely with us while conducting applied research that supports public health and offers valuable research experience for students.
Contact Us:
Phone: (907) 786-6545
Email: dphs@alaska.edu
UAA Div. of Population Health Sciences
UAA Professional Studies Building
2533 Providence Dr., Suite 206
Anchorage, AK 99508
Mailing Address:
UAA Div. of Population Health Sciences
3211 Providence Dr., PSB 206
Anchorage, AK 99508
