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Harsha Gattimukkala, MD, MPH standing in front of office windows

From Inspiration to Impact: Harsha Gottimukkala’s Path in Epidemiology

Harsha Gottimukkala, MD, MPH, a recent graduate of the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health Epidemiology MPH program, has built a path shaped by personal inspiration, meaningful mentorship, and a growing commitment to advancing population health.

Image of soccer pitch with fans in main focus and goalie and post in foreground.

The public health playbook for the World Cup

The world's largest soccer tournament has arrived in Texas, bringing thousands of international fans together to celebrate the FIFA World Cup.

Archer fellows group pictured together in Washington, DC.

2026 Archer fellows head to the Hill  

UTHealth Houston School of Public Health students head to the heart of public health policy each summer under the Graduate Archer Fellowship Program. 

From left: Dean Eric Boerwinkle, PhD; Theresa Tran, MD; Mayor John Whitmire; President Melina R. Kibbe, MD; and Scott Forbes. (Photo by UTHealth Houston)

UTHealth Houston partners with city of Houston to establish new academic health department

UTHealth Houston announced today a partnership with the city of Houston to establish a new academic health department that will strengthen the region’s public health workforce, expand hands-on training opportunities, and deepen collaboration between academic experts and city health leaders.




Alexa Emmons, a future dietitian’s impact on community health

UTHealth Houston graphic announcing “Countdown to Commencement 2026” featuring Alexa Emmons from the School of Public Health.

April 29, 2026

Students across UTHealth Houston are counting down to commencement, preparing to step into the next chapter of their careers. For Alexa Emmons, the milestone marks the culmination of a journey driven by a passion for nutrition, a commitment to underserved communities, and a desire to make a lasting impact beyond the four walls of a traditional clinic.


UTHealth Houston School of Public Health honors founding dean

Lorann, PhD, and Jared Stallones, PhD, hold a commemorative plaque of the first blue print of the School of Public Health building. (Photo by UTHealth Houston))

April 24, 2026

UTHealth Houston School of Public Health honored the legacy of its founding dean on April 23 during the Reuel A. Stallones Memorial Endowed Lecture and Building Commemoration, bringing together faculty, students, alumni, staff, and members of the Stallones family to reflect on his lasting impact.



Building on a long legacy

Collage of photos overlapping, with original faculty & staff pictured; Reuel A Stallones; Laboratory technician; computer lab; and building photo.

April 20, 2026

In its near sixty-year history, UTHealth Houston School of Public Health has never been represented by a single idea, space, or building. 






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