Awards
Irina Stepanov is Now a Distinguished McKnight University Professor
The University of Minnesota has named renowned tobacco researcher Irina Stepanov a Distinguished McKnight University Professor for her global work to prevent cancer.
SPH MHA program earns national CAHME sustainability award
The School of Public Health’s (SPH) Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program has been named the recipient of the 2022 Award for Sustainability in Healthcare Management Education and Practice by the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME) and Canon Solutions America.
Anderson earns Sequoyah Fellowship
PhD student Madison Anderson received a Sequoyah Fellowship at the 2021 American Indian Science and Engineering Society National Conference in Phoenix, AZ.
Frizzell named to RWJF project advisory board
Associate Professor Linda Bane Frizzell has been named to the expert advisory board for a study assessing whether Indigenous women have equitable access to health care under the Affordable Care Act.
University of Minnesota team announced as finalists for worldwide Cancer Grand Challenges
Mayo Professor Irina Stepanov and Medical School Professor Dorothy Hatsukami proposed creating a new global consortium to understand the potential risks, benefits, and results of using e-cigarettes.
Cross named KL2 Scholar to study electronic records use in transitional care
Assistant Professor Dori Cross plans to use novel electronic health record data to study patient handoff and discharge practices as well as EHR-associated burden in a team context.
Study by Neprash named Publication of the Year by AcademyHealth
Assistant Professor Hannah Neprash earned the honor for a study that showed female primary care physicians earn less revenue for the care they provide, but spend more time with patients than their male colleagues.
UMN and the School of Public Health honor Marizen Ramirez
In 2021, Marizen Ramirez received a Commuity-Engaged Scholar Award and was named the Leon S. Robertson Professor in Injury Prevention.
Hardeman named 2021 Bush Fellow
Associate Professor Rachel Hardeman was honored with a Bush Fellowship, which recognizes people for their accomplishments, commitment to inclusivity, and potential to do even more for their communities.
Xiong earns U community service award for work to develop community-engaged research
PhD candidate Serena Xiong was awarded the 2021 student Outstanding Community Service Award by the University’s Office of Public Engagement for her work with the Robert J. Jones Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center.
Kozhimannil named a Distinguished McKnight University Professor
The University of Minnesota awarded Professor Katy Backes Kozhimannil a Distinguished McKnight University Professorship for her scholarship, leadership, and impact in advancing healthy lives and greater equity in rural places and communities.
