Field Studies in Public Health (392-0-20)

Instructors

Sarah Silins

Meeting Info

Kresge Centennial Hall 2-430: Mon 6:30PM - 8:30PM

Overview of class

Do diseases like Covid-19 actually see race? What does history tell us about the public's health and how can we predict the future based on where we have been? This course will provide an introduction to the field of Public Health and focus on promoting health equity. Students will explore the global and local history of Public Health as well as its intersection with race and racism, housing, poverty and violence. Using theory alongside the practical experience of their internships, they will unpack the complexities of Public Health and gain an understanding of the potential roles they can play within the field.

Registration Requirements

Registration is by permission number only - must be accepted to the Chicago Field Studies Program.

Class Materials (Required)

Readings will be provided by the instructor, at no cost to the student.

Class Attributes

Social and Behavioral Science Foundational Discipl
U.S. Perspectives on Power, Justice, and Equity
Social & Behavioral Sciences Distro Area