Center of Population Sciences for Health Empowerment

07/07/2025

Congratulations to CPSHE faculty Dr. Adam Hanley!

Congratulations to these Florida State University faculty and staff members from across campus on receiving national and international recognition for their notable achievements!

🔸 Read more at news.fsu.edu

05/02/2025

🎉 Wrapping Up an Amazing Spring Semester! 🎉

As we close out the spring semester, we want to give a huge shout-out to Merrill Sonne and Tamia Siplin, two outstanding UROP (Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program) students who presented at this spring’s Undergraduate Research Symposium!

Their research on Factors influencing HIV-related partner communication among adolescent girls and young women in a cash transfer program in South Africa is a crucial contribution to global health. 🌍

👏 Merrill Sonne is double majoring in Public Health and International Affairs, and Tamia Siplin is majoring in Biomedical Sciences and on the Pre-Med track. These second-year students are already making a mark in health research, and we couldn’t be more proud of their accomplishments!

Here's to finishing the semester strong – excited to see where your research journey takes you next! 💪🙌



Florida State University College of Social Sciences & Public Policy
FSU College of Medicine

04/30/2025

We are proud to announce that Professor Eugenia Flores Millender has been appointed as the Marie Cowart Endowed Professor at the College of Nursing — a prestigious honor recognizing her exceptional leadership in nursing research, education and community health engagement.

Established by Dr. Marie E. Cowart, a nurse and former dean at FSU, this prestigious professorship ensures enduring support for visionary nurse scholars who elevate the profession and empower communities.

This appointment represents a significant milestone for the College of Nursing, further reinforcing our commitment to nurturing bold, community-driven nursing leaders and scholars.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Millender on this well-deserved honor!

Read more here: https://bit.ly/4jFTLhi

Eugenia Isabel Flores Millender Center of Population Sciences for Health Empowerment

04/17/2025

We’re proud to celebrate Professor Frankie Wong as the senior author of the upcoming 7th edition of Community Psychology.

This edition offers a clear and engaging overview of community psychology, from foundational concepts to real-world applications in mental health, education and public health. It features updated research, expanded theory and reflects the field’s ongoing growth and relevance.

Congratulations to Dr. Wong and the co-authors on this exciting release that will shape minds and inspire change!

Pre-release now available here: https://bit.ly/4iYTYMk

Center of Population Sciences for Health Empowerment Florida FIRST

04/01/2025

We're excited to announce our latest publication in the Behavioral Medicine Journal of Aging & Health. In this study, our team delved into the real-world challenges that older adults face—exploring how factors like social isolation, limited access to healthcare, and financial constraints can impact overall well-being. Our findings highlight the potential of targeted, community-based interventions and supportive policies to improve quality of life in later years.

As our population ages, ensuring access to care and fostering environments that support healthy aging are critical for promoting dignity, independence, and wellness among older adults.

Discover more about our work and join the conversation about advancing health equity for our elders.
Read the full publication here https://doi.org/10.1080/08964289.2025.2480562

03/31/2025

🚨 We're HIRING! 🚨
The Center for Population Sciences for Health Empowerment (CPSHE) is looking for Work Study Students to join our team! If you're a student looking for flexible hours and the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in administrative support, we want to hear from you!

📌 Position Highlights:
Provide general administrative support (email, document prep, data entry, scheduling, etc.)
Assist in planning and organizing events, trainings, and travel itineraries
Work 10-15 hours a week (flexible schedule)

📝 How to Apply:
Visit https://jobs.fsu.edu
Insert Job ID: 59899 in the search engine

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at CPSHE@fsu.edu
Let's make an impact together! 💪🌟

Florida State University
Florida State University College of Nursing

03/24/2025

Last Friday night, CPSHE faculty had the privilege of attending the College of Nursing's Nole Nurse Shining Stars Gala!

It was an unforgettable evening as we celebrated 75 years of leadership, excellence, and impactful contributions to nursing education, research, and practice. The gala provided a wonderful opportunity to honor the incredible work being done by our dedicated Nole Nurses and to celebrate those whose efforts continue to inspire positive change in our community.

A huge thank you to CON for hosting such a beautiful event and to the award winners and generous sponsors who made the evening possible. We’re excited to be part of this vibrant community and look forward to the future of nursing excellence.

03/24/2025

Congratulations to Professor Eugenia Isabel Flores Millender on being selected as a Fellow of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners® (AANP) Class of 2025!

AANP is the largest membership organization for nurse practitioners (NPs), representing more than 431,000 clinicians nationwide and supporting excellence in practice, education, research and health policy.

As a psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner, this distinguished recognition celebrates her commitment to integrated, nurse-led care — bridging clinical practice and research to enhance mental wellness in our communities.

Center of Population Sciences for Health Empowerment

03/05/2025

It is our pleasure to present a new study published by the American Psychological Association by our group at CPSHE that may enhance the quality of life for men with HIV in the United States. Our study, “Mediating Roles of Social Support in the Lives of Men Who Have S*x with Men Living with HIV” examines the possible role of social support in the quality of health for men with HIV in the United States.

Key Findings:
- Stress, discrimination, and trauma can hinder the ability of MSM living with HIV to manage their health.
- Family, friends, and community support can help moderate such effects and enhance the quality of life.
- Resilient coping and good social support were found to enhance mental health and positive coping.

Our study found that social support is crucial in helping people cope with the stress of HIV infection and, in turn, improves their mental and physical health.

Why is this important?
It's pretty easy to see how supporting people who are ill is a very effective way of ensuring that they lead healthier and happier lives. This research can guide future public health programs and policies that better support those who need it most.
In short, It is essential to support one another. This research serves as a reminder of the need to develop stronger communities to enhance people’s health.

Learn more about the study here: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2025-83668-007



Florida State University College of Nursing

03/04/2025

Congratulations to Dr. Eugenia Millender, the Assistant Dean of Research at Florida State University and CPSHE co-director, for being named to the TIME 2025 list of “The Closers.” Dr. Millender is acknowledged for her relentless efforts to dismantle health disparities. As the Co-Director of the Center of Population Sciences for Health Empowerment (CPSHE), her leadership remains to produce effective change in the availability and quality of healthcare for vulnerable populations. Such an acknowledgment confirms her future plans to fight for sustainable transformation. It is an honor to have her contributing to the change in our local and global communities!

Read the article here: https://cpshe.fsu.edu/article/fsu-assistant-dean-research-named-times-2025-list-closers

Dr. Eugenia Millender, Co-Director of the Center of Population Sciences for Health Equity at Florida State University, was honored by TIME's 2025 list of The Closers for her leadership in advancing healthcare for all.

03/03/2025

Congratulations on this fantastic achievement! The College of Nursing’s rise to number one in NIH funding is an accomplishment to which the entire faculty and staff have dedicated and innovated themselves. CPSHE is proud to be part of this success story as a contributor through nursing and health science research that benefits all Americans and impacts the whole world. We remain committed to the Boldly Rising mission to enhance healthcare systems and improve lives around the globe for the better.
Looking forward to the continued collaboration and the vital work ahead!

The College of Nursing is now the No. 1 ranked public school in the nation for NIH funding, according to The Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research.

This is a step up from our No. 2 position last year, and we couldn’t be prouder of our dedicated research faculty and staff whose hard work and innovation continue to drive our Boldly Rising mission.

Thank you to everyone who contributes to our success—this achievement is yours!

Florida State University

03/03/2025

Help Us Improve Community Health!

CPSHE is researching to learn more about the health needs of different communities. Please take our quick 45-minute survey and share your thoughts on your community's health needs. Your input will help shape future health programs and research. You'll receive a $50 electronic gift card!

Who can participate?
Ages 18 or older
Live in the U.S.
Identify as Asian-American/Pacific Islander, American Indian, Hispanic/Latino, or a sexual-gender minority
Able to complete the survey in English or Span

https://fsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8DsRApQyhdwn7im

Eugenia Isabel Flores Millender
Florida State University College of Nursing