American Universities' Engagement in Global Health
September 18, 2009
American universities are experiencing an unprecedented surge in global health programs. Students and faculty alike have become actively engaged in operational research, project analysis, workforce training, and increasing policy debates. Universities are organizing themselves and developing a global health vision through the newly launched Consortium of Universities for Global Health (CUGH). This recent discussion on Capitol Hill focused on the roots of this phenomenon and future implications:
Speakers included:
Congresswoman Betty McCollum (MN)
Chair of the Congressional Global Health Caucus
Dr. Haile Debas
UCSF and Chair of the Board, Consortium of Universities of Global Health
Dr. Michael Merson
Duke University
Students and Faculty Representing Duke, Boston and Emory Universities
Global Health Research/Programs:
Gregory Morrison, Duke University
Christine Khosropour, Emory University
Nancy Scott, Boston University
