Europe Public Health

This program aims to give students a chance to study and learn from public health systems in a variety of European settings—from the Alps to the Arctic! While students will visit large cities such as Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Hamburg, and Geneva, the bulk of the experience will take place in smaller cities in the Netherlands, France, Denmark, and Norway. Students will be immersed in the local culture as they engage with residents and observe how public health programs, policies, and systems contribute to the overall health of populations. Students will experience the impact of social factors and built environments on healthy behaviors and learn to identify how American values related to health differ from those in Europe. They will learn innovative approaches to tackling public health challenges such as obesity, cancer, heart disease, and other conditions. Students will participate in active learning exercises and have many opportunities to be physically active in natural and urban environments. This study abroad will be most appealing to students that are passionate about health, enjoy leading an active lifestyle (or want to begin doing so), and desire to experience diverse European cultures and their impact on health. A key element of this study abroad will invite students to explore the role of faith in healthy lifestyle choices and public health policymaking.

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