Environmental & Occupational Health

Welcome to the Department of Environmental and Health. We train public health leaders to protect people from environmental and workplace threats in a rapidly changing world. Our mission is to advance health through science, education, and action addressing critical challenges such as climate, hazardous exposures, and workforce well-being. With a focus on applied research, hands-on training, and strong community partnerships, we prepare students to lead in the next era of climate and workplace resilience.

Explore our programs and join us in shaping healthier environments where people live and work for a more sustainable future.

Impact the health of your community by designing solutions to complex problems. Our programs combine rigorous scientific training with real-world application, preparing students to lead on issues like climate-related health risks, environmental exposures, and workplace well-being.

As a student, you’ll learn from renowned faculty and gain hands-on experience through field-based projects and community-engaged research. You’ll be empowered to apply your knowledge at every step - designing solutions to today’s complex public health challenges.

Graduates go on to make an impact in diverse roles across environmental health, occupational safety, climate adaptation, emergency preparedness, risk assessment and public health policy—working in government, nonprofit, and private sector organizations that are building healthier, more resilient communities.