Ohio University Global Health Initiative

Ohio University Global Health Initiative The Ohio University Global Health Initiative offers a variety of global health programs.

Mission

The Global Health Initiative promotes improved preventive and primary care, community based healthcare and research, locally and worldwide, by expanding collaborative opportunities to view health from a global perspective. By engaging OHIO Faculty and students in multi-disciplinary global health education, research and outreach, GHI strives to build awareness of global health issues, prepare students to work with diverse and underserved populations and foster an understanding of the connections among health policy, sociocultural, political and environmental factors. The goals of this initiative are:

• Expand and enrich opportunities and outcomes related to global health community-building an awareness, education, research, and outreach/service.

• Prepare students to work in a global context with diverse and underserved populations

• Encourage primary care and community-based approach

• Embrace local health efforts as a vital component of global health

• Foster understanding of connections among sociocultural and environmental factors and health from a global perspective

• Provide a foundation for students who are seeking careers in global health fields

• Encourage global health engagement of faculty

• Promote learning and information exchange regarding global health

Last chance for the Costa Rica Spring break trip!Applications close one week from today!- Explore San José’s plazas, Nat...
09/24/2025

Last chance for the Costa Rica Spring break trip!
Applications close one week from today!

- Explore San José’s plazas, National Theater, and museums showcasing Costa Rican culture.
- Visit grassroots organizations to learn about Costa Rica’s social work initiatives.
- Meet toucans, sloths, and native wildlife at the Toucan Rescue Ranch.
- Relax on Pacific beaches with sun, surf, and sand for reflection.

Apply today at:
https://www.ohio.edu/goglobal/programs/costa-rica-social-work

Join us at the Global Opportunities Fair, today until 4! Ohio University College of Health Sciences and Professions Bake...
09/23/2025

Join us at the Global Opportunities Fair, today until 4! Ohio University College of Health Sciences and Professions Baker Center Ballroom

Tomorrow’s the day! The Global Opportunities Fair is happening TUESDAY in the Baker Ballroom.✅ Meet reps from programs a...
09/22/2025

Tomorrow’s the day! The Global Opportunities Fair is happening TUESDAY in the Baker Ballroom.
✅ Meet reps from programs around the world.
✅ Discover internships, volunteer work, and teaching opportunities abroad.
✅ Start your next or first adventure abroad.
We hope to see you there!
📍 Sept. 23 | 10AM – 4PM | Baker Ballroom

For more information:
https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/global-opportunities-fair-2025

The countdown begins bobcats! Only 4 days until the Global Opportunities Fair. Learn about all of the Study Abroad, Inte...
09/19/2025

The countdown begins bobcats! Only 4 days until the Global Opportunities Fair. Learn about all of the Study Abroad, Intern, Volunteer & Work opportunities OU has to offer!🌍
📍 Baker Ballroom | Tuesday, Sept. 23 | 10AM – 4PM
For more information:
https://calendar.ohio.edu/.../global-opportunities-fair-2025

Only 7 days left to apply!Spend Spring Break of2026 in London exploring Comparative Health Systems.- Explore the Wellcom...
09/18/2025

Only 7 days left to apply!
Spend Spring Break of2026 in London exploring Comparative Health Systems.

- Explore the Wellcome, British, and Old Operating Theatre museums
- Learn London’s plague history on engaging public health walking tours
-Attend talks and visit top facilities like Cleveland Clinic

Apply now: ohio.edu/goglobal/programs/ukpublichealth

It's National Pawpaw day!  Come see the national and international Pawpaw related research projects in the Grover Center...
09/18/2025

It's National Pawpaw day! Come see the national and international Pawpaw related research projects in the Grover Center Atrium brought to you by Robert Brannan, PhD and CHSP Food and Nutrition Science students. Ohio University College of Health Sciences and ProfessionsOhio University Department of Social and Public HealthOhio University Global AffairsOhio University

Study away this spring break!  London Comparative Health Systems, spring break 2026 applications are also open until Oct...
09/10/2025

Study away this spring break! London Comparative Health Systems, spring break 2026 applications are also open until October 1! Ohio University College of Health Sciences and Professions Ohio University Office of Global Opportunities Ohio University Department of Social and Public Health Ohio University College of Arts & Sciences

Applications are open until 10/1/2025 for the Costa Rica:  Social Work program over spring break!  Ohio University Colle...
09/10/2025

Applications are open until 10/1/2025 for the Costa Rica: Social Work program over spring break! Ohio University College of Health Sciences and Professions Ohio University Office of Global Opportunities Ohio University Department of Social and Public Health Ohio University Social Work

Want to learn more about the Costa Rica Social Work Spring Break Study Abroad program?  There's an information session t...
09/05/2025

Want to learn more about the Costa Rica Social Work Spring Break Study Abroad program? There's an information session today 2:30 to 3:00 pm! Join by clicking the teams link below:

https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_N2U4NjU3NjEtNTJkZi00MmE1LWI4MzMtY2FjZTkzYzJiNDFh%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22f3308007-477c-4a70-8889-34611817c55a%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%228b91486f-91fa-4e1d-86c3-9aabe85815cf%22%7d

https://www.ohio.edu/goglobal/programs/costa-rica-social-work

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Overview Spend spring break in Costa Rica! Work with local service learning projects in beautiful San Jose while gaining academic credit.

Consortium of Universities for Global Health (CUGH) 2026 Conference Panel Proposals & Abstracts due Oct. 1.  https://www...
09/04/2025

Consortium of Universities for Global Health (CUGH) 2026 Conference Panel Proposals & Abstracts due Oct. 1. https://www.cugh2026.org/ Ohio University Department of Social and Public Health Ohio University College of Health Sciences and Professions Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

We will address current and future threats to global health, sustainable development, and identify how global health can be more impactful, equitable, and effective. Includes 220+ speakers, 500+ abstracts, 45+ sessions, 12+ workshops, special sessions, film festivals, and more!

Join us for the School of International Studies and Languages Fall Welcome Reception!🌎When? Friday, September 5, 2025, f...
09/03/2025

Join us for the School of International Studies and Languages Fall Welcome Reception!🌎

When?
Friday, September 5, 2025, from 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Where?
Yamada International House (009 Classroom) and outdoor tent behind the building

This is your chance to connect with faculty, staff, and fellow students and learn about SISAL opportunities and resources
All students, staff, and faculty are welcome. Food provided. We hope to see you there!

More info & RSVP: https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/school-of-international-studies-and-languages-fall-welcome-reception

Ohio University Global Affairs Ohio University Office of Global Opportunities

Address

E118 Grover Center
Athens, OH
45701

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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