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ABOUT US WELCOME TO THE UPSTATE PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAM The Department of Public Health & Preventive Medicine is one of 26 departments that constitute the Norton College of Medicine at Upstate Medical University. We are committed to educating students and conducting research in the broad disciplines of public health, preventive medicine, health promotion, and health services for the communities we serve. STAY IN TOUCH https://www.upstate.edu/public-health/index.php 766 Irving Avenue Weiskotten Hall - 2 Floornd Syracuse, NY 13210 315-464-1520 dphpm@upstate.edu
Welcome to the UpstateWelcome to the Upstate Public Health Program!Public Health Program! Welcome to the Upstate Public Health Program! Welcome to Syracuse! We’re excited to have you here on campus! The MPH program moves quickly. Students who excel in the program typically do three things early on: stay organized, connect with their classmates, and explore opportunities outside of class time. This guide was created using advice shared by former MPH students, faculty, and staff to help you get oriented and settled here at Upstate to start the year with confidence.
QuickQuick StartStart GuideGuide Quick Start Guide Set up a weekly schedule for courses, your APE, and clubs. Find ways to ensure you are taking care of yourself! Plan for winter early (see pg.) Get to know your peers. Your cohort is a great support system. Explore the area! Central New York has a lot to offer! Important ContactsImportant ContactsImportant Contacts Financial Aid: 315 464-9079, finaid@upstate.edu Student Disability Services: 315 464-8855, stuserve@upstate.edu Student Counseling Services: 315 464-3120 Student Health Services: 315 464-4260 Student Affairs: 315-464-4816, FergusoL@upstate.edu Bursar / Student Accounts: 315-464-5148, BURSARS@upstate.edu Fun Fact: Weiskotten Hall, the New Academic Building, Setnor Academic Building, Upstate University Hospital, Upstate Cancer Center, and the Nappi Wellness Institute are all connected without having to go outside. See how long it takes to learn the path!
PARKING Must-Know Campus Info shuttles Upstate Medical University offers commuter students garage, shuttle, and evening/weekend parking. You must register your car with the Parking Office to obtain relevant parking passes. Garage parking is limited, and most students will be assigned to one of our Shuttle lots. Shuttle Lots passes are free and Include I Lot, R Lot and LC Lot. These lots are closed on Saturdays and Sundays with no access. Shuttle lot parkers may park in the Garage East on these days. Campus Lots after hours are the B1, B3 and B4 Lots. Access to these lots Monday through Friday starting at 4 pm to 7 am and all day on weekends and campus red holidays. This is a free service for those students who register their cars with the parking office. Parking for Geneva Tower residents is offered through Geneva Tower. More information, include lot locations and options can be found through the Department of Parking Services. Upstate provides free shuttle services for Upstate students between Campus buildings and shuttle lots. Shuttle service runs Mondays from 4:00am-Saturday 1:00 am. Shuttles run continuously between the shuttle lots and campus buildings during peak ridership times (4:00am-9:30 am; 2:30pm-6:00pm), and through scheduled and OnDemand Service during off peak times. OnDemand Service is available via the TransLoc app for transport between Downtown Campus buildings and shuttle lots. More information, include shuttle schedules can be found through the Department of Parking Services. student food security Paley’s Pantry is open for in-person shopping/visits to the pantry by appointment. Shopping appointments are available on various Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4-7 pm. The pantry is located in room 130 of the Library. If you are able, we ask that you please bring your own bags! Any SUNY Upstate Medical University student who is experiencing food insecurity is encouraged to sign up for a shopping appointment online. Pantry pick-up and distance learner requests are also available. Upstate also offers a Student Value Grab-and-Go Meal Ordering Program, where students can order $4 meals during the week for pick up in the Hospital. Learn more from Food Services. The Library The Health Sciences Library can be accessed on the 1 floor of Weiskotten Hall. Students can access and book study space, access writing and literature search support, and access a library card. Interested students can register for After Hours Building Access. Check the events calendar for fun ways to decompress too! Learn more about services offered on their website. st
Lunch hour snacks here weekly, Wed or Thu depending Lactation Rooms: 2nd Floor Health Sciences Library—Bernard Henry Computer Lab. Make a reservation online. 1113 Silverman (first floor) Note: access Silverman Hall through lowest floor of NAB. All gender and accessible bathrooms: Silverman Hall Ground floor: 0111, 0112, 0113, 0114 First floor: 1111, 1112, 1113, 1114 Second floor: 2111, 2112, 2113, 2114 Weiskotten Hall Rooms 110, 210, 310 (1st-3rd floors Health Sciences Library) Room 1204 (first floor) Study Rooms: Make your reservation online. 9 Collaborative (capacity 4) Health Sciences Library Second Floor: Room 224G, Room 225, Room 226, Room 228, Room 229, Room 229A, Room 240, Room 224B 10 Silent (capacity 2) Health Sciences Library Third Floor Sacred Spaces Interfaith Chapel (first floor hospital lobby) Treehouse Chapel (12th floor Golisano) Meditation Rooms Cancer Center (1st floor cancer center) Weiskotten (2nd floor Health Sciences Library) Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine 2 Floor of Weiskotten, Suites 2260-2264nd Faculty and Staff Offices Community-Engaged Learning Program Small kitchenetteMap designed by Keith Wilson, Ali Holtzapple, and the Graphic Medicine Clubgettingaround PHPM Offices can be found here on the 2 floor! nd
Why Choose Upstate Public Health? ✔ CEPH-Accredited Program ✔ Flexible Full- and Part-Time Options ✔ Hands-On Learning Experiences ✔ Expert Faculty in Research & Practice ✔ Small Class Sizes (2:1 ratio) ✔ Opportunities to engage in research Program Highlights Interdisciplinary, collaborative learning Strong focus on health equity Real-world community impact Faculty leadership at regional & national levels Opportunities to Explore Get involved in research! Review available jobs eligible for Federal Work Study with the Financial Aid Office. Volunteer in the community. Join a student interest group, such as: Public Health Interest Group Environmental Justice and Sustainability Graphic Medicine Club Health Justice Conference Find more student interest groups at: https://campuslife.upstate.edu/organizations Upstate Public Health Programs Master of Public Health: A 42-credit degree, which can be completed in one year that provides a population-based perspective and is designed to prepare students to investigate and manage public health problems. MD/MPH: Five-year dual degree program, where the MPH is typically completed prior to four years of medical education. MPH is awarded with the MD degree. Bridge to MD: Students who are interested in medicine complete an MPH degree. Successful completion of Bridge to MD requirements (e.g., MPH GPA, MCAT score) guarantees an interview. with the MD program, although admission is not guaranteed. Public Health Scholars: Pathway to MD program where students are granted a conditional acceptance to the MD program with GPA, MCAT, and professionalism requirements during the MPH. Program Concentrations Students enrolled in the above programs will be placed in a concentration that aligns with their interests and goals. Population Health for Clinicians focuses on the impact that public health issues and social determinants have on patient and community health and healthcare. (Required for Public Health Scholars, Bridge to MD) Global Health and Translational Sciences focuses on understanding and developing solutions to global health problems. Public Health Methods equips students to manage public health problems by acquiring skills to reduce 1. disease and disability at the community level.
G e t t o K n o wUsDr. Martha Wojtowycz, PhD - Interim Chair PHPM, Director of Upstate Public Health Program Instructor for Public Health Foundations, Policy Be sure to ask Dr. Wojtowycz about her most recent favorite sci-fi media! Favorite part about Upstate? Getting to work with the Regional Perinatal Center Dr. Telisa Stewart, DrPH, MPH - Vice Chair of PHPM, Associate Director of Upstate Public Health Instructor for Program Planning and Evaluation, Qualitative Methods XX Favorite part about Upstate? Dr. Augusta Williams, ScD, MPH, CPH - Assistant Director of Upstate Public Health Instructor for Environmental Health, Climate and Health Hometown: Copenhagen, NY, one of the snowiest towns in America for multiple years Things you can ask Dr. Williams about: Taylor Swift, birds, Relish (dog & condiment) Jen , MBA - XX XX XX Favorite part about Upstate? XX Dr. Jamie Instructor for Public Health Foundations, Policy Be sure to ask Dr. Wojtowycz about her most recent favorite sci-fi media! Favorite part about Upstate? Getting to work with the Regional Perinatal Center Dr. Roger Instructor for Program Planning and Evaluation, Qualitative Methods XX Favorite part about Upstate? Dr. Tina Instructor for Environmental Health, Climate and Health Hometown: Copenhagen, NY, one of the snowiest towns in America for multiple years Things you can ask Dr. Williams about: Taylor Swift, birds, Relish (dog & condiment) Liz XX XX Favorite part about Upstate? XX
Dr. Rebecca Garden - Associate Professor of PHPM, Executive Director of the Consortium for Culture and Medicine Instructor for PHPM electives in health humanities While originally from the Detroit area, Dr. Garden has been in Central NY for 20+ years! Favorite part about Upstate? Student’s commitment to care for individuals and communities Ms. Zora Osiv, MBA - Director of Educational Administration and Instructor of PHPM Instructor for APE While not from the area, Ms. Osiv has been in Syracuse for 20 years! Favorite part about Upstate? Access to faculty across the institution and opportunities to growG e t t o K n o wUs Ms. Alyssa Indelicato, MPH - Instructor of PHPM Co-Instructs MPH Courses Originally from the area, Ms. Indelicato is always happy to share about her dog, Blue! Favorite part about Upstate? Friendliness of staff and students, and many ways to get involved in community health organizations Dr. Margaret Formica, MSPH, PhD, BSN - Associate Professor of PHPM and Urology Instructor for Advanced Epidemiology and Chronic Disease Epidemiology Hometown: Central Square, NY Favorite part about Upstate? Working with students of such diverse backgrounds and professional goals Dr. Jason Carbone XX XX XX Dr. Lauren Germain XX XX XX Dr. Scott Rosas XX XX XX Dr. Mary Carney - XX XX XX Favorite part about Upstate? XX
Dr. Travis Hobart XX XX XXG e t t o K n o wUs Dr. Simone Seward XX XX XX Jasmine XX XX XX Dogtor Relish D. Williams - Mascot of PHPM TAs Enviornmental Health, Climate and Health Loves being cozy, hates the snow and cold You can find Relish on campus on someone’s lap, under his mom’s desk, or chasing leaves and squirrels outside Weiskotten Dr. Dongliang XX XX XX Danning XX XX XX Zane , MPH XX XX XX Josh, MPH XX XX Favorite part about Upstate? XX
CNYCNYCNY EXPLOREEXPLOREEXPLORE Syracuse takes its sports seriously. With Syracuse University, root for the orange all year round! The Syracuse Mets and Crunch offer up baseball and hockey entertainment as well. Being only 2 hours from Buffalo, there is also ample opportunity to cheer on the Buffalo Bills! There are many venues and opportunities to check out live music in Central NY. Syracuse is home to the Empower Ampitheater that sits on the shores of Onondaga Lake, as well as the historic Landmark and Palace Theaters. Local restaurants and breweries, like Funk ‘n Waffles and Middle Ages, or neighborhood parks offer live music throughout the year as well. The State Fair brings artists in for free performances. Central NY is perfectly situated to enjoy nature. if you’re looking for water, our local lakes, like Onondaga, Oneida, and Green Lakes, offer walking trails, rental boats, and recreation. We’re also in close proximity to the Finger Lakes and Lake Ontario. The Adirondack Mountains and the Catskill Mountains are also only a short drive away! Each year, The Great New York State Fair signifies the end of summer in Syracuse. The Fair offers great opportunities to explore culture and cuisine from across New York. Local food influencers and journalists offer reviews for all budgets. Some fan favorites include the cookie and milk bar, loaded baked potatoes, and turkey legs. Check it out at the end of August through Labor Day. Agriculture is a big part of Upstate New York’s economy. Throughout the year, you can shop for fresh produce, flowers, and artisan goods at the Central NY Regional Market, which offers over 400 vendors as one of the largest markets on the East Coast. Many neighborhoods throughout the area also offer weekly and monthly markets. Syracuse is a culturally rich city. Each season, there are a variety of festivals. In the fall, visit Apple Fest, Irish Fest, a film festival, and Fashion Week. Winterfest in the Inner Harbor brings holiday spirit during a long, cold season. St. Patrick’s Day related activities are ample in the Spring. Summer brings Taste of Syracuse, the St. Sophia Greek Culutral Fest, the Polish Festival, Pride, Juneteenth Celebrations, Blues and Jazz festivals, Middle Eastern fest, Scottish Games, and more! Central NY is an expert at winter. Lean into the long season with ice skating downtown, cross- country skiing or snowshoeing, sledding. Downhill skiing and tubing can be found within a short drive from Syracuse. Local hobby craft groups, trivia or bingo night, and art classes at nearby businesses, restaurants, and breweries offer more ways to stay involved this winter! The region is home to many beautiful waterfalls. Niagara Falls is a 2-3 hour drive west. Locally, Chittenango Falls, Tinker Falls, Three Falls Woods, Delphi Falls, and Carpenter Falls are just a selection of beautiful landscapes that offer the opportunity to get outside and enjoy nature.
grab a bitegrab a bitegrab a bite Where are the best places to grab food on campus?Hospital Cafeteria, located on the 2 Floornd Grab-and-go options in the NAB A student club meeting or info session! Food trucks outside of Crouse or the main Hospital entrance Anything on or near Marshall Street: Mediterranean Combo, Taste of Asia, Bleu Monkey, Brooklyn Pickle, Kabul Restaurant Phoebe’s Restaurant Over the Cuse DeliPastabilities - famous pasta and stretch bread Inka’s - Signature Peruvian dishes Avicolli’s - pizza to-go or sit-down Salt City Market - a local food hall Alto Cinco or XO Taco - great tacos all around! Eva’s European Sweets - fresh Polish cuisine Toss and Fire Pizza - try the salt potato pie! Margarita’s - a student favorite Dinosaur BBQ - a Syracuse must-stop Oh My Darling - retro brunch vibes! Apizza Regionale - wood fired pizza Syracuse Halal - causal halal spot The Hops Spot - burger bar & poutinerie Rise and Shine - for your instagram brunchWhat restaurants should I explore in Syracuse? Syracuse Trivia hosts dozens of weekly free trivia events throughout the region from Mondays-Thursdays. Find your favorite place online or on social media.
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