Delve into the latest in infectious disease research, innovative interventions, and responsive policymaking with public health experts and community collaborators. In our globalized world, vulnerability to rapidly spreading infectious diseases affects everyone — infectious diseases remain the second leading cause of death worldwide. Be part of the conversation and gain invaluable insights into our collective strengths and weaknesses in fighting infectious diseases alongside some of Michigan Public Health's best minds in epidemiology. Get involved in shaping a more equitable and healthy future for all.
LINE UP
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
KEYNOTE AND Q&A
Dr. Ashish Jha
Dr. Jha is the esteemed Dean of Brown University School of Public Health and former White House COVID-19 Response Coordinator. With a global reputation as a pioneering leader in public health research, policy, and practice, Dr. Jha has been instrumental in transforming approaches to infectious disease preparedness and healthcare policy worldwide.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
EXPERT PANEL
- Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Chief Medical Executive for the State of Michigan
- Dr. Juan Luis S. Marquez, Medical Director, Livingston and Washtenaw County Health Departments
- Rev. Horace Sheffield, CEO of the Detroit Association of Black Organizations
- Moderated by Dr. Emily Martin, Professor of Epidemiology at Michigan Public Health
11:30 AM - 12:30 AM
RESEARCH SHOWCASE & LUNCH
School of Public HealthDisrupting Infectious Diseases: Fighting for our Future
The Exchange: Critical Conversations with Michigan Public Health
November 18, 2024
9:00 am - 12:30 pm
The Michigan Union
This event is both online and in person
Sponsored by: School of Public Health
Contact Information: sph.events@umich.edu
This event features U-M or SPH alumni
Delve into the latest in infectious disease research, innovative interventions, and responsive policymaking with public health experts and community collaborators. In our globalized world, vulnerability to rapidly spreading infectious diseases affects everyone — infectious diseases remain the second leading cause of death worldwide. Be part of the conversation and gain invaluable insights into our collective strengths and weaknesses in fighting infectious diseases alongside some of Michigan Public Health's best minds in epidemiology. Get involved in shaping a more equitable and healthy future for all.
LINE UP
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
KEYNOTE AND Q&A
Dr. Ashish Jha
Dr. Jha is the esteemed Dean of Brown University School of Public Health and former White House COVID-19 Response Coordinator. With a global reputation as a pioneering leader in public health research, policy, and practice, Dr. Jha has been instrumental in transforming approaches to infectious disease preparedness and healthcare policy worldwide.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
EXPERT PANEL
- Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Chief Medical Executive for the State of Michigan
- Dr. Juan Luis S. Marquez, Medical Director, Livingston and Washtenaw County Health Departments
- Rev. Horace Sheffield, CEO of the Detroit Association of Black Organizations
- Moderated by Dr. Emily Martin, Professor of Epidemiology at Michigan Public Health
11:30 AM - 12:30 AM
RESEARCH SHOWCASE & LUNCH