BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Zilber College of Public Health - ECPv6.17.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Zilber College of Public Health REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T170000 DTSTAMP:20260625T134200Z CREATED:20260401T110054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T134200Z UID:10000289-1775030400-1782925200@uwm.edu SUMMARY:FitWell Summer Courses DESCRIPTION:Summer is sizzling with fun FitWell courses. Hit the sand for in-person Beach Sports. Catch some waves for in-person Sailing. Stay active with Running\, Physical Conditioning\, Yoga or Bowling (all online). Reduce stress and improve focus with several online Meditation courses. 1- or 2- elective credit courses are offered in person or online. Undergraduate credits are applied toward GPA. \nExplore the FitWell Summer 2026 PDF Catalog of available courses.\nOpen Enrollment starts April 4. \n\nEarly: June 1 – June 27 (4 weeks) / 1 online course\nEarly: June 1 – July 11 (6 weeks) / 3 online courses\nEnrollment closes June 3.\n\n  \n\nMidterm: June 15 – July 25 (6 weeks) / 2 online courses\nEnrollment closes June 17.\n\n  \n\nJune 29 – August 8 (6 weeks) / 2 online & 2 in-person courses\nJune 29 – August 22 (8 weeks) / 1 online course\nEnrollment closes July 1.\n\nFind more details at FitWell’s website.  Register via PAWS or Stellic\, and select “FitWell” under subject. Search for a class title under keyword.\nRegister at least 3-4 weeks before the start of classes. \nCheck the Summer Schedule of Classes for an up-to-date official listing of all classes offered at UWM. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/fitwell-summer-courses-start-june-1/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Academic Dates and Deadlines,Athletics and Recreation,FitWell,Health and Well-being,Students,UWM Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2026/02/UWM-FitWell-Courses-Summer-2026.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FitWell Program":MAILTO:fit-well@uwm.edu X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260413 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261029 DTSTAMP:20260625T134043Z CREATED:20260412T110014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T134043Z UID:10000290-1776038400-1793231999@uwm.edu SUMMARY:FitWell Fall Course Open Enrollment DESCRIPTION:Have a fantastic fall with FitWell Courses! Learn new skills and reduce stress with more than 56 undergraduate courses offered by UWM FitWell courses. There is something for everyone\, featuring fitness\, wellness and sport courses. \nGet active\, creative\, strategic\, mindful\, competitive and adventurous with courses like Muay Thai kickboxing\, cooking\, bowling\, yoga\, basketball\, scuba\, rock climbing and more. \nFitWell Courses can easily fit into a busy schedule. Offered in 16 weeks and 8 weeks or less in-person\, online and in a hybrid format. \nFULL Semester: September 2 – December 14\n16 weeks // Sign-up before August 1. Enrollment closes September 9. \nEARLY: September 2 – October 24\n8 weeks or less // Sign-up before August 1. Enrollment closes September 3. \nMIDTERM: October 26 – December 12\n7 weeks or less// Sign-up before October 1. Enrollment closes October 28. \nExplore the FitWell Fall 2026 PDF Catalog for available courses. Check the Fall Schedule of Classes and midterm start courses for an up-to-date official listing of all classes offered at UWM.\n \nUndergraduate students pay no additional tuition if total credits are between 12 and 18 during Fall and Spring. Credits are applied toward GPA. \nAdd courses to your PAWS cart. Register starting Saturday\, May 2.\nRegister early to save your spot – at least 3-4 weeks before classes start.   \nFind more details at FitWell’s website.  Register via PAWS or Stellic\, and select “FitWell” under subject. Search for a class title under keyword. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/fitwell-fall-course-open-enrollment-starts-may-2/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Academic Dates and Deadlines,Athletics and Recreation,FitWell,Health and Well-being,Prospective Students,Students,UWM Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2026/04/Event-FitWell-Fall-Courses-2026.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FitWell Program":MAILTO:fit-well@uwm.edu X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T143000 DTSTAMP:20260408T170506Z CREATED:20260408T170506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T170506Z UID:10000299-1776857400-1776868200@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Zilber Rock Enroll Fest for Fall 2026 DESCRIPTION:Zilber College undergrad students! This Earth Day\, come ROCK ENROLL. \nJoin Joseph J. Zilber College of Public Health advisors Torry or Kelsi for our Rock Enroll drop-in\, in-person advising session for students who haven’t yet re-enrolled for Fall 2026.\nWednesday\, April 22\, from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm\nEnderis Hall\, Denemark Lounge Rm 120 \nAdvisors will be available to help review ideas/notes for your Fall course schedule and guide you through the enrollment process on PAWS or Stellic. Bring your laptops/tablets!\n\nGrab-and-go snacks\nFitWell yard and table games – corn hole\, Jenga\, Connect 4\, puzzles and Legos\nPop-it! Burst away your stress with some bubble wrap popping.\nBring grocery film bags and bubble wrap to the event and UWM’s Sustainability Office will recycle them.\n\nFor questions or comments\, please contact Kate at brondino@uwm.edu. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/zilber-rock-enroll-for-fall-2026/ LOCATION:Enderis Hall – Rm 120\, 2400 E Hartford\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States CATEGORIES:FitWell,Health and Well-being,Student Life,Students,UWM Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2026/04/Student-with-advisor-Rock-Enroll-for-Fall-2026.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Zilber College of Public Health":MAILTO:zcph-info@uwm.edu X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T095000 DTSTAMP:20260306T210719Z CREATED:20260306T192359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T210719Z UID:10000292-1776934800-1776937800@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Zilber College of Public Health Seminar - Versiti on King – The Nation's First Blood Donor Center in a Community Resource Hub DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kristen Harris\nSenior Manager of Community Education\, Versiti \nLearn about Versiti on King and how we are gaining trust in the communities we serve\, through health education events\, access to a community healthcare navigator\, and blood typing events. \nThe seminar can also be attended virtually on Teams. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/zilber-college-of-public-health-seminar-versiti-on-king-the-nations-first-blood-donor-center-in-a-community-resource-hub/ LOCATION:KIRC Room 1150\, 3135 N. Maryland Ave.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States CATEGORIES:Lectures Conferences and Symposiums,Public,Student Life,UWM Campus Events,Zilber College of Public Health Seminar Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2026/01/ZCPH-Public-Health-Seminars.jpg X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T123000 DTSTAMP:20260408T161153Z CREATED:20260408T160007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T161153Z UID:10000193-1777107600-1777120200@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Sprucing Up for Spring: Westlawn Community Gardens Clean-up 2026 DESCRIPTION:In honor of Earth Day\, join fellow alumni\, students\, and staff with their families\, along with Westlawn Gardens residents and community members\, to get ready for spring planting! Prepare community gardens with Westlawn Gardens community members\, followed by a lunch for all volunteers. All ages are welcome. Adults bringing children to participate must supervise them throughout the project. The project will include moving compost\, adding compost to gardens\, clearing garden boxes of weeds for vegetables and fruits to be planted\, painting nameplate signs and sanitizing tools/spaces. \nDate: Saturday\, April 25\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 am – 12:30 p.m. (includes lunch)\nLocation:\nWestlawn Community Gardens\n6213 W. Custer Avenue\nMilwaukee\, WI 53218 \nRain or shine!\n \nAdditional Information:\n\nPlease bring your own garden gloves; otherwise\, there will be some available.\nCovid-19 transmission will be monitored and health protocols may be instituted.\nMasks and sanitizer will be available.\nLunch will be provided by the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee.\n\nFor questions\, contact Paul Williams at 414-559-5573. \nPlease register below.\nRSVP by Monday\, April 20\, 2026.\n\n\n \n \n Sprucing up for Spring: Westlawn Community Gardens Clean-up 2026\n Register for Sprucing up for Spring at Westlawn Community Gardens Clean-up. \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)AffiliationUWM AlumniUWM StudentUWM Faculty/StaffMarquette StudentHACMNeighborhood ResidentTeens Grow GreensCommunity PartnerOthersPlease choose one.Guest #1 Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Guest # 2 Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Guest #3 Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Guest #4 Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/sprucing-up-for-spring-2026/ LOCATION:Westlawn Community Garden\, 6213 W. Custer Avenue\, Milwaukee\, 53218\, United States CATEGORIES:Alumni & Community,Faculty and Staff,Health and Well-being,Students,UWM Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2023/03/04282018_IMC_EH_007-1.jpg X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T160000 DTSTAMP:20260410T164827Z CREATED:20260201T140021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T164827Z UID:10000223-1777287600-1777305600@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Study Breaks with FitWell DESCRIPTION:Join us for Study Breaks with FitWell at the Library on Mondays from 11 am – 4 pm! \nDe-stress with games and puzzles as you prepare for the end of the semester. Drop in and have fun… stay for a few minutes or longer. Many games are 2-player\, so bring a friend! \nStop by each week to play: Puzzle of the week\, Chess\, Checkers\, Connect 4\, Bananagrams\, Dominoes and more. \nLook for the FitWell table in the Daniel M. Soref Learning Commons on the first floor of the Golda Meir Library. All are welcome. \n  \nFITWELL is Courses that Move me! “FitWell” – Fitness • Wellness • Sport. Improve your health\, well-being and skills through fun and engaging 1- and 2-credit undergraduate elective courses. From yoga to scuba to sports to workouts\, a wide range of courses are available in-person\, online and hybrid. Offered in 16 weeks\, 8 weeks or less. Learn more at uwm.edu/fitwell. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/study-breaks-with-fitwell-26-spring/2026-04-27/ LOCATION:Golda Meir Library – Daniel M. Soref Learning Commons\, 2311 E Hartford Ave.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States CATEGORIES:Athletics and Recreation,FitWell,Health and Well-being,Student Life,Students ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2025/09/FitWell-Study-Breaks-Spring-2026-e1774554647295.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FitWell Program":MAILTO:fit-well@uwm.edu X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T095000 DTSTAMP:20260429T192018Z CREATED:20260219T213220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T192018Z UID:10000288-1777539600-1777542600@uwm.edu SUMMARY:CANCELED - Zilber College of Public Health Seminar - Fostering Structural Change in Public Health DESCRIPTION:Presented by Lorraine Halinka Malcoe\nProfessor\, Epidemiology and BS in Public Health Programs\nJoseph J Zilber College of Public Health\, UW-Milwaukee \nIn this final talk before her retirement\, Dr. Malcoe will draw on her lifetime’s work to discuss how we can alter approaches to public health research\, practice\, and education to promote structural change for social and health justice. \nThe seminar can also be attended virtually on Teams. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/zilber-college-of-public-health-seminar-structural-interventions-for-health-equity/ LOCATION:KIRC Room 1150\, 3135 N. Maryland Ave.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States CATEGORIES:Lectures Conferences and Symposiums,Public,Student Life,UWM Campus Events,Zilber College of Public Health Seminar Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2026/01/ZCPH-Public-Health-Seminars.jpg X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T160000 DTSTAMP:20260410T164827Z CREATED:20260201T140021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T164827Z UID:10000224-1777892400-1777910400@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Study Breaks with FitWell DESCRIPTION:Join us for Study Breaks with FitWell at the Library on Mondays from 11 am – 4 pm! \nDe-stress with games and puzzles as you prepare for the end of the semester. Drop in and have fun… stay for a few minutes or longer. Many games are 2-player\, so bring a friend! \nStop by each week to play: Puzzle of the week\, Chess\, Checkers\, Connect 4\, Bananagrams\, Dominoes and more. \nLook for the FitWell table in the Daniel M. Soref Learning Commons on the first floor of the Golda Meir Library. All are welcome. \n  \nFITWELL is Courses that Move me! “FitWell” – Fitness • Wellness • Sport. Improve your health\, well-being and skills through fun and engaging 1- and 2-credit undergraduate elective courses. From yoga to scuba to sports to workouts\, a wide range of courses are available in-person\, online and hybrid. Offered in 16 weeks\, 8 weeks or less. Learn more at uwm.edu/fitwell. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/study-breaks-with-fitwell-26-spring/2026-05-04/ LOCATION:Golda Meir Library – Daniel M. Soref Learning Commons\, 2311 E Hartford Ave.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States CATEGORIES:Athletics and Recreation,FitWell,Health and Well-being,Student Life,Students ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2025/09/FitWell-Study-Breaks-Spring-2026-e1774554647295.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FitWell Program":MAILTO:fit-well@uwm.edu X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T095000 DTSTAMP:20260122T225429Z CREATED:20260106T213327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T225429Z UID:10000284-1778144400-1778147400@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Zilber College of Public Health Seminar - Children's Environmental Health in a Changing Climate DESCRIPTION:Presented by \nKirsten Beyer\, PhD\, MPH\, MS\nProfessor\, Division of Epidemiology & Social Sciences\nMedical College of Wisconsin \nJoin us in a forum to hear the latest in the research and practice of public health to support a just\, equitable\, healthy future for people\, communities\, and the environment in Milwaukee\, the state of Wisconsin\, and beyond. \nThe seminar can also be attended virtually on Teams. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/zilber-college-of-public-health-seminar-childrens-environmental-health-in-a-changing-climate/ LOCATION:KIRC Room 1150\, 3135 N. Maryland Ave.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States CATEGORIES:Health and Well-being,Lectures Conferences and Symposiums,Public,UWM Campus Events,Zilber College of Public Health Seminar Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2026/01/ZCPH-Public-Health-Seminars.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Zilber College of Public Health":MAILTO:zcph-info@uwm.edu X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T160000 DTSTAMP:20260410T164827Z CREATED:20260201T140021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T164827Z UID:10000225-1778497200-1778515200@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Study Breaks with FitWell DESCRIPTION:Join us for Study Breaks with FitWell at the Library on Mondays from 11 am – 4 pm! \nDe-stress with games and puzzles as you prepare for the end of the semester. Drop in and have fun… stay for a few minutes or longer. Many games are 2-player\, so bring a friend! \nStop by each week to play: Puzzle of the week\, Chess\, Checkers\, Connect 4\, Bananagrams\, Dominoes and more. \nLook for the FitWell table in the Daniel M. Soref Learning Commons on the first floor of the Golda Meir Library. All are welcome. \n  \nFITWELL is Courses that Move me! “FitWell” – Fitness • Wellness • Sport. Improve your health\, well-being and skills through fun and engaging 1- and 2-credit undergraduate elective courses. From yoga to scuba to sports to workouts\, a wide range of courses are available in-person\, online and hybrid. Offered in 16 weeks\, 8 weeks or less. Learn more at uwm.edu/fitwell. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/study-breaks-with-fitwell-26-spring/2026-05-11/ LOCATION:Golda Meir Library – Daniel M. Soref Learning Commons\, 2311 E Hartford Ave.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States CATEGORIES:Athletics and Recreation,FitWell,Health and Well-being,Student Life,Students ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2025/09/FitWell-Study-Breaks-Spring-2026-e1774554647295.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FitWell Program":MAILTO:fit-well@uwm.edu X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T220000 DTSTAMP:20260824T224056Z CREATED:20260824T224056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T224056Z UID:10000312-1787947200-1787954400@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Introvert's Night In - Fall Welcome DESCRIPTION:Looking for a calm\, cozy way to ease into the semester? Join us for Introvert’s Night In\, a relaxed evening designed for students who recharge best in quieter spaces. \nFun. Games. Friends! \n\nParticipate in low-key wellness activities: card games\, board games\, puzzles\, a coloring station and more.\nEnjoy light refreshments.\nMake friends – connect with other students and staff. Come as you are and connect in your own way.\nWin prizes! Prize drawings every 30 minutes starting at 8:30 pm. Must be present to win.\n\nCo-sponsored by University Housing\, Student Involvement and FitWell. \nFor more information\, or to request accommodations\, please email activities@uwm.edu. \n  URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/introverts-night-in-fall-welcome/ LOCATION:Sandburg Residence Hall – Channel Lounge\, 3400 N Maryland\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States CATEGORIES:FitWell ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2026/08/Introverts-Night-in.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FitWell Program":MAILTO:fit-well@uwm.edu X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T095000 DTSTAMP:20260910T175336Z CREATED:20260817T213830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T175336Z UID:10000302-1789030800-1789033800@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Zilber College of Public Health Seminar - Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers' Lead Outreach Program: 30 Years of Lead Poisoning Prevention DESCRIPTION:Presented by:\nKaty Murphy\, MS\, RD\, Director of Community Health\, Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers \nClaudia Albarado\, Lead Outreach Program OCHIN Epic Coordinator\, Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers \nLead is a toxic metal that is especially harmful to young children. Despite the known effects\, many in Milwaukee continue to be exposed\, and last year\, over a thousand children under the age of six in the City met the definition for being lead poisoned. This session will highlight the work of Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers’ lead program including: the history of lead in Milwaukee and the program’s development\, innovative approaches used to decrease lead poisoning rates on Milwaukee’s near South Side and current successes and challenges in lead poisoning prevention in our community. \nAbout the presenters: \nKaty Murphy is a Registered Dietitian with over 15 years of experience in community nutrition and public health programs. She currently serves as the Director of Community Health at Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers\, a Federally Qualified Health Center on Milwaukee’s South side. Katy studied Nutrition at the University of Minnesota\, and moved to Milwaukee shortly after\, where she received a B.S. in Dietetics at Mount Mary University.\n\nClaudia Albado is the Lead Outreach Program OCHIN Epic Coordinator at Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers. Her work focuses on community outreach\, education and lead screening. Claudia is passionate about protecting the health and well-being of Milwaukee families and communities.\nThe seminar can also be attended virtually on Teams. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/zilber-college-of-public-health-seminar-sixteenth-street-community-health-centers-lead-outreach-program-30-years-of-lead-poisoning-prevention/ LOCATION:KIRC Room 1150\, 3135 N. Maryland Ave.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States CATEGORIES:Alumni & Community,Faculty and Staff,Health and Well-being,Lectures Conferences and Symposiums,Public,Students,UWM Campus Events,Zilber College of Public Health Seminar Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2026/01/ZCPH-Public-Health-Seminars.jpg X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T133000 DTSTAMP:20260619T210521Z CREATED:20260619T210455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T210521Z UID:10000301-1789038000-1789047000@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Lawn Games with Health@UWM DESCRIPTION:Join Health@UWM and FitWell on the Sandburg Hall Lawn for Lawn Games. Welcome back\, students! We’ll be playing badminton\, volleyball\, soccer\, cornhole and Jenga! \nPick up a snack and meet students from across UW-Milwaukee’s Health programs. For YOUR health\, check out the variety of FitWell – Fitness\, Wellness\, Sport elective courses offered. \nFor more information or to request accommodations\, please email zcph-info@uwm.edu or uwmchps@uwm.edu. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/lawn-games-with-healthuwm-26/ LOCATION:Sandburg Hall – Lawn\, 3400 N Maryland Ave\, Milwaukee\, 53211\, United States CATEGORIES:FitWell,Partners for Health Events,Student Life,Students,UWM Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2026/06/ZCPH-CHPS-Fall-Welcome-Lawn-Games-2026.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FitWell Program":MAILTO:fit-well@uwm.edu X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T193000 DTSTAMP:20260824T215303Z CREATED:20260824T215303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T215303Z UID:10000311-1789583400-1789587000@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Sunset Yoga - Fall Welcome DESCRIPTION:Come unwind with us during the golden hour with Sunset Yoga during UW-Milwaukee’s Fall Welcome. \nThis all-levels yoga class blends gentle movement\, breathwork\, and meditation to reduce stress\, enhance mindfulness\, and promote emotional well-being. A limited amount of equipment will be provided; you are also welcome to bring your own mat. \n\nArrive 15 minutes early! Check-in with our team at the table.\nBring your UWM ID\, a yoga mat or towel\, a bottle of water and a FRIEND. \nAttendees will be entered into a prize drawing.\n\nABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR\n \nCynthia Akey is a certified E-RYT yoga instructor with over 20 years of teaching experience. Also an ACE-certified Personal Trainer and NETA-certified Wellness Coach\, she educates\, encourages\, and empowers people of all ages to move better and live well. As a Communication Specialist for the FitWell Program and the Zilber College of Public Health\, Cynthia leads and implements marketing\, communication\, and outreach initiatives. You might see her working at information tables and running yard and table games with many organizations and departments. \nFor more information\, or to request accommodations\, please email mmringle@uwm.edu. \nCo-sponsors: SHAW\, UREC and FitWell. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/sunset-yoga-fall-welcome/ LOCATION:Chapman Hall – West Lawn\, 2310 E Hartford Ave\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States CATEGORIES:FitWell ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2026/08/UWM-Yoga-Lawn-FitWell.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FitWell Program":MAILTO:fit-well@uwm.edu X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T095000 DTSTAMP:20260910T175253Z CREATED:20260817T220138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T175253Z UID:10000303-1789635600-1789638600@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Zilber College of Public Health Seminar - Protecting and Promoting the Health and Safety of Wisconsinites DESCRIPTION:Presented by:\nKirsten Johnson\, Secretary\, Wisconsin Department of Health Services \nWith a population of nearly six million\, Wisconsin has a wide range of needs when it comes to caring for the health and well-being of its residents. This discussion will highlight recent statewide achievements and what lies ahead as we look at the challenges we face to improve health outcomes in every corner of the state. Secretary Johnson will share her unique experiences and perspective working at the local\, state\, and national levels of public health and how everyone’s work connects to improve the health of Wisconsinites. \nAbout the presenter:  \nKirsten Johnson started her public health career entertaining Malians with a local health education radio show while evicting snakes from her mud hut as a Peace Corps volunteer in Mali\, West Africa. From evaluating risk of Covid-19 infection in schools and nursing homes (and the risk of infection in S.E.A. Hamsters at the county fair)\, dressing Evil Knievel to prevent skiing injury\, negotiating acceptable drinking water E.coli levels at the USGA\, U.S. Open (the answer is zero\, there are no acceptable E.coli levels) to passing 12-month post-partum Medicaid coverage for Wisconsin women\, Kirsten has over 20 years of experience as a public health leader in complex local\, state\, national\, and international organizations. She was appointed Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services by Governor Evers in 2023. Previously she served as the health commissioner for the city of Milwaukee\, most notably during the pandemic. Prior to serving the city of Milwaukee\, Kirsten was a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Policy Fellow and Congressman Ron Kind’s health policy advisor. Kirsten led the Washington Ozaukee Public Health Department for more than a decade as the director and health officer\, overseeing the merger of the two counties’ health departments. Kirsten is a proud University of Wisconsin Badger and has a master’s degree in public health from Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. \nThe seminar can also be attended virtually on Teams. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/zilber-college-of-public-health-seminar-kirsten-johnson-secretary-of-the-wisconsin-department-of-health-services/ LOCATION:KIRC Room 1150\, 3135 N. Maryland Ave.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States CATEGORIES:Lectures Conferences and Symposiums,Public,UWM Campus Events,Zilber College of Public Health Seminar Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2026/01/ZCPH-Public-Health-Seminars.jpg X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T095000 DTSTAMP:20260910T175214Z CREATED:20260817T220523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T175214Z UID:10000304-1790240400-1790243400@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Zilber College of Public Health Seminar - Co-Creating Change: Advancing Public Health Through Community-Driven HIV and Substance Use Research DESCRIPTION:Presented by: \nMikaela Becker\, Director of Prevention Research\, Vivent Health \nThis presentation explores how authentic partnerships with community members can transform HIV and substance use research\, ensuring that studies reflect local priorities\, lived experiences\, and the realities of those most affected. Drawing from the experience of building a research program within a community-based organization\, we will share lessons learned about fostering trust\, advancing community voices\, and creating meaningful change through sustained collaboration and advocacy. Attendees will gain practical insights into how community-driven research can generate more equitable\, impactful\, and sustainable solutions to improve health outcomes for populations disproportionately affected by HIV and substance use. \nAbout the presenter: \nMikaela Becker is the Director of Prevention Research at Vivent Health where she oversees HIV prevention and harm reduction focused research projects nationally. She earned her Masters of Public Health in Public Policy and Administration from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Joseph J. Zilber College of Public Health\, and her Bachelor of Science in Public Health from the University of Alabama. Prior to her work with Vivent Health\, Mikaela worked in substance use prevention focusing on youth and community coalitions. Regardless of the setting\, Mikaela believes that public health should be done with people\, and not to people\, and that meaningful community engagement is integral to project\, program\, and policy success. \nThe seminar can also be attended virtually on Teams. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/zilber-college-of-public-health-seminar-co-creating-change-advancing-public-health-through-community-driven-hiv-and-substance-use-research/ LOCATION:KIRC Room 1150\, 3135 N. Maryland Ave.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States CATEGORIES:Lectures Conferences and Symposiums,UWM Campus Events,Zilber College of Public Health Seminar Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2026/01/ZCPH-Public-Health-Seminars.jpg X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T124500 DTSTAMP:20260908T213104Z CREATED:20260908T212727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T213104Z UID:10000313-1790251200-1790253900@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Zilber College MPH Info Session (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:This virtual information session is all about the Zilber College of Public Health MPH programs. \nPlease join us for a 45 minute session where we talk about the program and various track curriculum\, faculty\, and facilities. We will discuss field placements\, financial aid\, and capstone. Then we will open it up for questions that you may have! \nPlease RSVP to receive a link to attend. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/zilber-college-mph-info-session-virtual/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Graduate,Information Sessions,Prospective Students,UWM Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2021/10/zilber-rooftop-1600-900.jpg X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T180000 DTSTAMP:20260908T214257Z CREATED:20260908T214257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T214257Z UID:10000317-1790701200-1790704800@uwm.edu SUMMARY:MPH Nutrition and Dietetics Information Session (Online) DESCRIPTION:This is a virtual information session all about the Zilber College of Public Health MPH program in Nutrition and Dietetics. \nPlease join us for a 45 minute session where we talk about the program and various track curriculum\, faculty\, and facilities. We will discuss clinical placements\, financial aid\, and capstone. Then we will open it up for questions that you may have! \nPlease RSVP to receive a link to attend. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/zilber-college-mph-info-session-virtual-nutrition-9-29-26/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Graduate,Information Sessions,Prospective Students,UWM Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2021/10/zilber-rooftop-1600-900.jpg X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T095000 DTSTAMP:20260910T175143Z CREATED:20260817T221310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T175143Z UID:10000305-1790845200-1790848200@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Zilber College Public Health Seminar - Trust Issues: Why We Believe What We Believe and What It Means for Public Health DESCRIPTION:Presented by:\nMatthew Facciani\, PhD — Associate Research Scientist\nYale School of Public Health \nDrawing on social psychology\, network science\, and trust research\, this talk explores how identity\, social networks\, and information environments shape what we believe and why we trust some sources over others. Rather than treating misinformation as a knowledge deficit\, it examines the social and psychological forces that shape belief and trust\, and what they mean for public health communication. \nAbout the presenter:\nMatthew Facciani is a social scientist at the Yale School of Public Health\, where he studies how people form beliefs\, evaluate information\, and navigate an increasingly complex media environment. His research examines misinformation\, media literacy\, social networks\, political polarization\, trust\, and artificial intelligence\, with a focus on what these dynamics mean for public health communication. He is the author of the award-winning book\, Misguided: Where Misinformation Starts\, How It Spreads\, and What to Do About It (Columbia University Press)\, host of Misguided: The Podcast and the Misguided newsletter\, and a science communicator working to bridge research and everyday conversations about information\, trust\, and technology. \nBeyond academia\, Matthew is a science communicator dedicated to making complex social science research accessible to broad audiences. He writes for Psychology Today\, has spoken at national conferences\, and hosts the Misguided newsletterand podcast\, where he explores how social and psychological forces shape the way people process information. His book\, Misguided: Where Misinformation Starts\, How It Spreads\, and What to Do About It (Columbia University Press\, 2025)\, received the 2025 Choice Outstanding Academic Title award and a 2026 Nautilus Book Award. He also develops free media literacy tools for public and educational use. \n\nThe seminar can also be attended virtually on Teams. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/zilber-college-public-health-seminar-trust-issues-why-we-believe-what-we-believe-and-what-it-means-for-public-health/ LOCATION:KIRC Room 1150\, 3135 N. Maryland Ave.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States CATEGORIES:Lectures Conferences and Symposiums,UWM Campus Events,Zilber College of Public Health Seminar Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2026/01/ZCPH-Public-Health-Seminars.jpg X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T095000 DTSTAMP:20260910T175110Z CREATED:20260817T222104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T175110Z UID:10000306-1791450000-1791453000@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Zilber College of Public Health Seminar - How a Public Health Partnership to Support Wisconsin Veterans Paved the Way for Veteran Suicide Prevention Research DESCRIPTION:Presented by:\nLindsay Emer\, PhD\, Research Scientist\nDivision of Public Health\, Wisconsin Department of Health Services \nVeterans in Wisconsin die by suicide at a much higher rate than non-veterans. In response\, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) have partnered to bring a public health approach to veteran suicide prevention initiatives at WDVA. During this seminar\, Dr. Emer will discuss these initiatives and detail how data from the Wisconsin Violent Death Reporting System is driving suicide prevention efforts at WDVA and related veteran suicide prevention research at the DHS. \nAbout the presenter: \nLindsay Emer\, PhD\, is a Research Scientist in the Division of Public Health at the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS)\, where she oversees the National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS) and State Unintentional Drug Overdose Reporting System (SUDORS). She collaborates with Vital Records\, Coroners/Medical Examiners\, and Law Enforcement to collect data for the CDC on homicides\, suicides\, legal interventions\, all firearm deaths\, and drug overdose deaths statewide. Lindsay holds a PhD in Public Health and has research experience in HIV/AIDS\, substance use disorders\, sexual assault\, sex trafficking\, childhood lead exposure\, and firearm violence. Her prior work includes consulting drug courts on program evaluation for the National Center for State Courts\, providing training and technical assistance to overdose fatality and sexual assault review teams across Wisconsin\, and facilitating the Milwaukee Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Reviews in partnership with the Milwaukee Homicide Review Commission. Before graduate school\, she spent six years in community-based roles at the AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin and Meta House\, a substance use disorder treatment center for women. \nThe seminar can also be attended virtually on Teams. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/zilber-college-of-public-health-seminar-public-health-partnership-to-support-veterans/ LOCATION:KIRC Room 1150\, 3135 N. Maryland Ave.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States CATEGORIES:Lectures Conferences and Symposiums,UWM Campus Events,Zilber College of Public Health Seminar Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2026/01/ZCPH-Public-Health-Seminars.jpg X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T124500 DTSTAMP:20260908T213307Z CREATED:20260908T213307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T213307Z UID:10000314-1791460800-1791463500@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Zilber College MPH Info Session (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:This virtual information session is all about the Zilber College of Public Health MPH programs. \nPlease join us for a 45 minute session where we talk about the program and various track curriculum\, faculty\, and facilities. We will discuss field placements\, financial aid\, and capstone. Then we will open it up for questions that you may have! \nPlease RSVP to receive a link to attend. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/zilber-college-mph-info-session-virtual-10-8-26/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Graduate,Information Sessions,Prospective Students,UWM Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2021/10/zilber-rooftop-1600-900.jpg X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T095000 DTSTAMP:20260910T175036Z CREATED:20260817T222735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T175036Z UID:10000307-1792054800-1792057800@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Zilber College Public Health Seminar - Susan Mudd\, Senior Policy Advocate\, Environmental Law & Policy Center DESCRIPTION:Presented by: \nSusan Mudd\, Senior Policy Advocate\nEnvironmental Law & Policy Center \nJoin us in a forum to hear the latest in health research and practice to support a just\, equitable\, healthy future for people\, communities\, and the environment in Milwaukee\, the state of Wisconsin\, and beyond. \nThe seminar can also be attended virtually on Teams. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/zilber-college-public-health-seminar-susan-mudd-senior-policy-advocate-environmental-law-policy-center/ LOCATION:KIRC Room 1150\, 3135 N. Maryland Ave.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States CATEGORIES:Lectures Conferences and Symposiums,UWM Campus Events,Zilber College of Public Health Seminar Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2026/01/ZCPH-Public-Health-Seminars.jpg X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T164500 DTSTAMP:20260908T213445Z CREATED:20260908T213445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T213445Z UID:10000315-1793116800-1793119500@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Zilber College MPH Info Session (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:This virtual information session is all about the Zilber College of Public Health MPH programs. \nPlease join us for a 45 minute session where we talk about the program and various track curriculum\, faculty\, and facilities. We will discuss field placements\, financial aid\, and capstone. Then we will open it up for questions that you may have! \nPlease RSVP to receive a link to attend. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/zilber-college-mph-info-session-virtual-10-27-26/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Graduate,Information Sessions,Prospective Students,UWM Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2021/10/zilber-rooftop-1600-900.jpg X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T095000 DTSTAMP:20260910T175000Z CREATED:20260817T223134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T175000Z UID:10000308-1793264400-1793267400@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Zilber College of Public Health Seminar - From Data to Action: Building a Healthier Milwaukee County DESCRIPTION:Presented by:\nBen Weston\, MD\, MPH\, FAEMS\nProfessor at Medical College of Wisconsin and\nChief Health Policy Advisor for Milwaukee County \nImproving community health requires more than identifying problems. It requires bringing together data\, evidence\, partnerships\, and public systems to turn what we know into action. In this moderated conversation\, Dr. Ben Weston will discuss Milwaukee County’s approach to some of the community’s most pressing public health challenges\, including drug overdose\, motor vehicle crashes\, violence\, suicide\, and cardiac arrest. Drawing on his roles at the intersection of medicine\, emergency medical services\, public health\, and county government\, the discussion will explore how data can identify opportunities for intervention\, how partnerships can translate evidence into practice\, and what we can learn from both successes and ongoing challenges. \nAbout the presenter: \nDr. Weston is a Professor with Tenure in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He serves as Chief Health Policy Advisor for Milwaukee County working to enhance the health of one million citizens. In addition\, Dr. Weston is the Chief Medical Director for the Milwaukee County Office of Emergency Management\, directing medical services for 15 fire departments with 120\,000 annual patient encounters. Through strategic planning\, effective communication and crisis management\, Dr. Weston’s local\, regional and national leadership has centered on community and partner engagement to advance population health and organizational achievement. He was recently among seven selected fellows to the National Academy of Medicine. He has been featured on MSNBC\, CNN\, BBC\, and in The New York Times and provided medical oversight for the NFL\, NBA\, MLB\, Indycar\, and USA Triathlon. He practices clinically in the emergency department at Froedtert Hospital\, a level 1 trauma center and is an NIH funded researcher with interests in prehospital care\, resuscitation\, health equity\, and public health surveillance. \nThe seminar can also be attended virtually on Teams. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/zilber-college-of-public-health-seminar-from-data-to-action-building-a-healthier-milwaukee-county/ LOCATION:KIRC Room 1150\, 3135 N. Maryland Ave.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States CATEGORIES:Lectures Conferences and Symposiums,UWM Campus Events,Zilber College of Public Health Seminar Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2026/01/ZCPH-Public-Health-Seminars.jpg X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T095000 DTSTAMP:20260910T174932Z CREATED:20260817T224118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T174932Z UID:10000309-1793869200-1793872200@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Zilber College of Public Health Seminar - Getting Started with AI in Research: Practical Tools and Workflows DESCRIPTION:Presented by:\nLaleh Jamshidi\, PhD\, Assistant Professor\, Biostatistics\nZilber College of Public Health \nJake Luo\, PhD\, Associate Professor\, Health Care Informatics\nZilber College of Public Health \nArtificial intelligence (AI) is becoming an increasingly useful tool for supporting many aspects of the research process. This seminar provides a practical introduction to AI tools and workflows that can assist with tasks such as literature review\, academic writing\, creating scientific illustrations\, etc. Drawing on our own exploration of these tools\, we will share practical examples\, discuss their potential benefits and limitations\, and highlight considerations for their responsible use. The seminar is intended for faculty\, staff\, and students who are interested in exploring how AI can be thoughtfully incorporated into their research workflow. \nAbout the presenters:\n \nJake Luo’s research interest lies in data-driven predictive analysis using machine learning-based algorithms and technologies\, such as data mining\, natural language processing and knowledge representation and modeling. He is interested in investigating how these computing technologies can be used to improve health care by providing intelligent decision support for clinicians\, medical researchers\, patients\, and policymakers. \nLuo’s active research programs involve developing innovative heath data science technologies for knowledge discovery\, adapting machine learning algorithms to enhance clinical data processing\, implementing collaborative team science initiatives to improve health services and research\, and creating intelligent clinical informatics tools to support evidence-based decision making. \nLaleh Jamshidi is an Assistant Professor in Biostatistics in Joseph J. Zilber College of Public Health at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Prior to her current appointment\, she was a Research Associate and Post Doctoral Fellow in Canadian Institute for Public Safety Research and Treatment (CIPSRT) at the University of Regina in Canada. She is so passionate about collaboration in applying statistical methods in public health\, both methodologically and theoretically. \nThe seminar can also be attended virtually on Teams. \n  URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/zilber-college-of-public-health-seminar-getting-started-with-ai-in-research-practical-tools-and-workflows/ LOCATION:KIRC Room 1150\, 3135 N. Maryland Ave.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States CATEGORIES:Lectures Conferences and Symposiums,UWM Campus Events,Zilber College of Public Health Seminar Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2026/01/ZCPH-Public-Health-Seminars.jpg X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T170000 DTSTAMP:20260908T213833Z CREATED:20260908T213833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T213833Z UID:10000316-1795017600-1795021200@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Zilber College MPH Info Session (In-Person) DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join the Zilber College of Public Health Open House MPH Session. Whether you are a graduate school admit or you are just starting your graduate program search\, we would love to meet you! \nThis night will feature faculty\, staff\, and students from our school. Hear from current students about the work and research they are producing. Hear from faculty about our specific tracks and how this degree will help you grow professionally. Network with our staff to ensure all your Zilber College of Public Health questions are answered. Tour the beautiful facility where your classes and coursework will take place. \n4:00pm-4:20pm – Facilities Tour \n4:20pm-4:40pm – Meet Current Students \n4:40pm-5:00pm – Hear from Faculty \nFeel free to stay and get your personal questions answered. \nLight refreshments will be served. \nPlease RSVP to attend. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/zilber-college-mph-info-session-in-person-11-18-26/ LOCATION:Zilber School Triplex\, Room 119\, 1240 N. 10th Street\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53205\, United States CATEGORIES:Graduate,Information Sessions,Prospective Students,UWM Campus Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2021/10/zilber-rooftop-1600-900.jpg X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T095000 DTSTAMP:20260910T174905Z CREATED:20260817T224840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T174905Z UID:10000310-1795078800-1795081800@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Zilber College of Public Health Seminar - PFAs ("Forever Chemicals") and Cardiometabolic Disease in Urban U.S. Communities DESCRIPTION:Presented by:\nChibuzor Abasilim\, Assistant Professor\, Epidemiology\nZilber College of Public Health \nFor population groups facing elevated exposure to environmental contaminants due to occupation\, residence and sociocultural factors\, the risk and burden of cardiometabolic conditions including diabetes and hypertension may be elevated. PFAS (forever chemicals) are widespread contaminants that are increasingly linked to cardiometabolic disease risk. This talk will focus on ongoing work evaluating PFAS exposures in Black adults enrolled in the Chicago Multiethnic Prevention and Surveillance Study. Abasilim will present findings on PFAS related hypertension and select biological pathways underlying PFAS toxicity. Future directions for this work will also be discussed\, with a particular focus on Milwaukee County. \nThe seminar can also be attended virtually on Teams. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/zilber-college-of-public-health-seminar-pfas-forever-chemicals-and-cardiometabolic-disease-in-urban-u-s-communities/ LOCATION:KIRC Room 1150\, 3135 N. Maryland Ave.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53211\, United States CATEGORIES:Lectures Conferences and Symposiums,UWM Campus Events,Zilber College of Public Health Seminar Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2026/01/ZCPH-Public-Health-Seminars.jpg X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T095000 DTSTAMP:20260910T210316Z CREATED:20260910T210222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T210316Z UID:10000318-1796288400-1796291400@uwm.edu SUMMARY:Zilber College of Public Health Seminar: Cancer Clusters - Facts and Fiction DESCRIPTION:Presented by:\nBecky Bowen\, MPH\, MS\, Healthcare-Associated Infections Epidemiologist\nWisconsin Department of Health Services \nHollywood tells us that chemicals in our environment are major causes of cancer but is this accurate? Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States yet many people misunderstand what the major cancer risk factors are. Much emphasis is placed on contaminants in our food\, our water\, and our air\, but how much do these influence your risk of developing cancer? This seminar will explore what is known about environmental cancer clusters\, what is not\, and how to tell the difference between fact and fiction. \nAbout the presenter:\nBecky Bowen is the Healthcare-Associated Infections epidemiologist with the state of Wisconsin where she works on data analysis projects around antibiotic stewardship and hospital infections. Becky has been in epidemiology for six years and has worked in a variety of areas including rural health\, non-lead heavy metal poisonings\, and cancer cluster investigations. Her work on retinoblastoma was recently published in the American Journal of Preventative Medicine Focus. In addition\, Becky spent seven years in cancer research and taught biology at local community colleges. She received a Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology from Southern Illinois University Carbondale\, a Master of Science degree in Molecular Carcinogenesis from the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center\, and a Master of Public Health degree from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. In her spare time\, Becky enjoys spending time with her husband\, Lewis\, and sons Sean and Henry\, as well as baking\, quilting\, and reading. \nThe seminar can also be attended virtually via Teams. URL:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/event/zilber-college-of-public-health-seminar-cancer-cancer-clusters-facts-and-fiction/ CATEGORIES:Health and Well-being,Lectures Conferences and Symposiums,Public,UWM Campus Events,Zilber College of Public Health Seminar Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uwm.edu/publichealth/wp-content/uploads/sites/571/2026/01/ZCPH-Public-Health-Seminars.jpg X-TRIBE-STATUS: END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR