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Veronica Irvin named fellow of Society of Behavioral Medicine
Veronica Irvin, associate professor, elected a fellow of the Society of Behavioral Medicine.
Laurel Kincl featured on fishermen podcast
Laurel discussed how the FLIPP for Lifejackets program, in partnership with coastal communities, provides fishermen with resources to protect their lives and livelihoods.
Matt Bozigar awarded $50K medical research grant
His successful application, titled "Investigating Radon’s Role in the Incidence and Mortality of Central Nervous System and Other Non-Pulmonary Cancers," will support his research in this area.
New tool measures resilience in early childhood
A new tool for measuring resilience in young children has been developed by Shannon Lipscomb, Alexis Merculief, and Beth Phelps, supporting early childhood development by providing a reliable assessment method.
Barbara Brody helps launch Malheur Works Student Internship Program
The Malheur Works Student Internship Program, launched in 2021, aims to give area high school students their first full-time job after graduation.
Brad Cardinal to deliver keynote on physical activity at Oregon Science Meeting
Brad Cardinal keynotes Oregon Science Meeting on Feb 22! His talk, "Eradicating Physical Inactivity," explores kinesiology's role in serving society. Cardinal is a past OAS award recipient & AAAS fellow.
College of Health and OHA present health care workforce report to Senate committee
Health care workforce report presented to Senate committee by College of Health & OHA. Tao Li & Clare Pierce-Wrobel testified on the 2025 Oregon Needs Assessment. Findings, policy recommendations & plans shared.
Kaycee Headley discusses AgriStress Helpline on Northwest Ag Today
AgriStress Helpline featured on Northwest Ag Today! Project Director Kaycee Headley discusses mental health in farming & ranching communities. Listen to the interview to learn more.
Faculty publishes study on medical trust and end-of-life preferences in Chinese older adults
Research examines how medical trust shapes end-of-life care views among older Chinese immigrants in the US. Study by Dawn Hyosin Kim in Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
FLIPP program delivers life jackets to more than 440 fishermen
FLIPP delivers life jackets to 440+ fishermen! Partners celebrate success. Research assesses usage & feedback on comfort/utility throughout the season. Coastal news highlights community collaboration.
College of Health faculty contribute to 'Positive Youth Development' book
College of Health faculty co-author "Positive Youth Development," a new volume bridging research and practice for youth development practitioners and students. Featuring contributions from Mary Arnold, Shauna Tominey, and more.
Professor named scientist of the month
Professor Megan McClelland was named February Scientist of the Month by the Global Science of Learning Education Network.
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