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Kent State University’s Project AWARE Kent has surpassed its goal, training 730 students, faculty, and staff in Mental Health First Aid. Funded by a $357,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the initiative aims…
Kent State CPPH's John Hoornbeek, Josh Filla, and Soumya Yalamanchili have published their research on Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) in the Fordham Environmental Law Review. Their article examines policy tools for reducing nutrient pollution…
Seeking to earn Education Points through the International Institute of Municipal Clerk's (IIMC) Certification Program? Check out these important upcoming dates and learn about the CPPH’s with the Ohio Municipal Clerk Association.
The Center for Public Policy and Health (CPPH) at Kent State University is leveraging the expertise of faculty, staff, and students to support organizations across Northeast Ohio. Led by Dr. John Hoornbeek, CPPH focuses on public health,…
Harmful algal blooms in Lake Erie have become a growing threat to both the environment and public health. A recent report from Kent State University researchers assesses current nutrient reduction efforts in the region and draws on…
Today, the Center is releasing an important report that analyzes nutrient reduction policies in Ohio's Lake Erie basin and other major U.S. watersheds. With Harmful Algal Blooms increasingly affecting water quality, the report highlights…
The Ohio Department of Administrative Services and Kent State University’s Center for Public Policy and Health have released two reports on collaborative health insurance purchasing for Ohio’s local governments. These reports provide…
The CPPH has released a report examining the impacts of local health department consolidation in Ohio and across the U.S. The report reviews relevant literature and outlines the potential benefits and challenges of consolidation, including…
Kent State University’s new AWARE program is offering a free Mental Health First Aid course for students, faculty, and staff. This eight-hour, evidence-based training helps participants recognize and respond to signs of mental illness and…
Kent State University’s College of Public Health has received a $357,000 grant to fund Project AWARE Kent, a three-year Mental Health First Aid program. The initiative will train over 700 students, faculty, and staff to identify and…
