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Welcome Prospective Graduate Students!
"We
are a dynamic department whose primary focus is discovering and analyzing
the links between health and the environment. The faculty is multidisciplinary
and includes physicians, engineers, chemists, toxicologists, industrial
hygienists, and other public health scientists. Whatever their focus,
these researchers share a common goal– to understand and manage environmental
safety and health risks and, in doing so, to protect human health and
well-being. We invite you to explore our programs and activities" -David
A. Kalman, PhD, Chair
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varied
programs and degree options to fit your goals
We
offer Master of Science (MS), Master of Public Health (MPH), and Doctor
of Philosophy (PhD) degrees. Our MS students may choose programs in
Toxicology, Environmental Health, or Occupational and Environmental Exposure Sciences. An MPH program in Environmental and Occupational Health
is an option for students with undergraduate or master's degrees who
are seeking a broader perspective on environmental and occupational
health with more emphasis on application. An MPH program with concurrent
residency in Occupational and Environmental Medicine is available
for students with a MD or DO degree. PhD students may choose programs
in either Toxicology or Environmental and Occupational Hygiene.
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a
commitment to student funding
Our
strong base of departmental, research, and training grant funding
allows us to support most of our students as research assistants,
teaching assistants, or trainees. These appointments include a monthly
stipend, tuition waiver, and medical, dental, and vision coverage.
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well-developed
research programs and strong grant support
With
$16 million of funded grant and contract research in 2003, the
Department
of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences ranked seventh
out of 115 departments on campus in grant support. Because of this
funding,
which reflects
the excellence
of our research and our national and international recognition, we
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a
collaborative approach to environmental problems
Faculty
in the Toxicology, Exposure Sciences, Environmental
Health, and Occupational
Medicine programs work collaboratively on environmental and occupational
health problems. Eleven centers and institutes in our department
encourage
this cross-disciplinary approach. more
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links
to community agencies and businesses
Our
connections to government agencies, businesses, consulting firms,
and national organizations enable us to match students with internship,
practicum, and project sites that provide hands-on experience.
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"Gold
Star" student support
We
were awarded the University of Washington Graduate and Professional
Student Senate's "Gold Star Department Award" for Excellence
in Student Service in 2002. We provide resources such as student
advising, student computer labs and laptops, sponsor student-centered
events, and offer support to clarify how thesis research and career
choices are made. We regularly solicit student opinions and encourage
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one
of the top five schools of public health
Our
School of Public Health and Community Medicine, the only accredited
school of public health in the Northwest, is consistently ranked among
the top five nationally by U.S. News and World Report. more
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committed
to service and collaboration
The
School of Public Health and Community Medicine provides expert assistance
to government and community agencies, industry, and business. Due
to these service activities, faculty brings knowledge of current public
health problems to the classroom and to research projects.
dedicated
to diversity
The
School of Public Health and Community Medicine is dedicated to developing
a diverse faculty, staff, and student body to better serve communities
in our region and beyond. Our commitment to diversity is sponsored
by the University of Washington Board of Regents.
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University that is... |
one
of the nation's leading research institutions
The
UW has ranked among the nation's top five educational institutions
in the receipt of federal research funds for the past 30 years. In
recent years, the institution has ranked first among public universities
in the receipt of federal grants and contracts. more
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a
"Powerhouse" in instruction and research
In
a recent study sponsored by the Association for Institutional Research,
UW was determined to be a "Powerhouse" university. It was
one of only seven public research universities demonstrating top effectiveness
and efficiency in both research and instruction. The University of
Washington annually enrolls more than 39,000 students and employs
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A
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one of the world's
most livable
Seattle
is the cultural center of the Pacific Northwest, with more than
a dozen theater companies, a major art museum, and professional
symphony orchestra, ballet, and opera. The Pike Place Market and
historic Pioneer Square are popular attractions, as are professional
sports teams. Seattle's temperate climate and its location on Puget
Sound, between the Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges, provide
year-round sailing, kayaking, hiking, and mountaineering. Cross-country
and downhill ski areas are within an hour's drive.
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