This is the official University of Maryland at Shady Grove Public Health Science page. This page will be used to update current and prospective students on any, and all information pertaining to Public Health.
The University of Maryland School of Public Health offers a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in public health science only at The Universities at Shady Grove (USG). This science -based program prepares students to work in the field of public health at the local, state, national and international levels. Course work explores all aspects of disease prevention, health promotion, environmental protection, emergency preparedness and wellness, as well as other public health-related areas.
Public health is an exciting and dynamic field which is growing and expanding! Public health professionals face complex and challenging issues like: How can we make the public healthier? How can we make the public safer? How can we get health information to people who need it? How can we educate the public on the dangers of environmental hazards? How can we work to control infectious diseases.
Public Health is a very rewarding field which offers professionals the opportunity to make a difference in people's lives, serve the public, and ensure public welfare by improving people's health and well-being.
