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U of A students have the will to change the world—and they will, with your support. Join the Shape the Future campaign as we raise $100 million to provide the next generation of U of A change makers with the resources and experiences that will help them shape an inspiring future for all.
Paving the Way for the Future of Public Health
Donor-funded awards are instrumental in empowering students to become the next generation of leaders in public health. Public health professionals play pivotal roles in fostering healthier populations and cultivating a more equitable society. Supporters who endow an award make a life-changing investment in both the lives of our students and the health of communities around the world.
The Importance of Public Health
Public health professionals work at the population level to solve pressing health challenges that affect communities. Climate change, health inequities, and the need for stronger health systems are just a few areas where public health professionals have a profound impact. Events like the COVID-19 pandemic, climate disasters, and the opioid crisis emphasize how vulnerable populations bear the brunt of health crises. Our students are trained to address these challenges, contributing to healthier, more resilient communities.
Make a Lasting Impact
Through strategic philanthropic investments, you can help transform public health education and ensure that the next generation of leaders is equipped to make lasting change.
Opportunities for Impact
The School of Public Health is committed to ensuring that every student with a passion for public health can achieve their dreams, regardless of financial capacity. By supporting our students, you are contributing to a better, fairer future for all.
You can contribute to the advancement of public health by supporting one of our key initiatives:
- Public Health Excellence Fund
- Northern and Indigenous Health Excellence Fund
- School of Public Health Graduate Student Award Fund
- Carl & Dorothy Meilicke Leadership Award
- Practical Experiential Education for our Students
- Climate Change and Health Hub
- Centre for Healthy Communities
- Injury Prevention Centre
- Community University Partnerships
Questions about making a gift to the school?
Jacqueline Andersen
Assistant Dean, Development
E: anderse4@ualberta.ca
Your Support in Action
A little help to fulfill a dream
Reagan Bartel (MPH ‘19) is last year’s recipient of the Doucette-Preville Scholarship, endowed by Simone Doucette and Eric Preville.
Striving to improve health systems
The School of Public Health 10th Anniversary Graduate Award allowed PJ Vasdev (MPH '19) to concentrate his time and effort on things that matter to him and his community.
Honouring family, helping students
Kue Young’s has honoured his sisters, Nancy Suen and Kitty Huang, by endowing an award for School of Public Health students in each of their names.
Supporting research and well-being as a priority
The McConnell Foundation supports a new wave of action that promotes sustainable impact to improve the well-being of Canadian students.
"Give while the hand is warm."
Living out this motto is, in part, what inspired Doug and Jane Wilson to establish the School of Public Health 10th Anniversary Graduate Award.