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Hspm 7335: Healthcare Operations Management, Linda Kimsey

College of Public Health: Faculty Syllabi (2014-2021)

This course examines operational issues in health care management. Topics include systems analysis, continuous quality improvement and re-engineering, demand forecasting, facility location and design models, decision analysis techniques, linear programming, queuing and waiting models, inventory control models, and statistical quality control. The goal is to instill an understanding of the language, applications, and limitations of quantitative models with regard to decision-making and problem solving in health care organizations.

Hspm 7338: Contemporary Issues In Healthcare, Linda Kimsey

College of Public Health: Faculty Syllabi (2014-2021)

Course examines multiple issues that are important for healthcare administrators’ understanding. Topics include insurance, professional development, healthcare reform proposals, scenario planning, environmental health, healthcare construction, physician relationships, and infection control. The goal of this course is to provide basic coverage of the numerous issues facing healthcare administrators in today’s environment and to provide guidance on professional development in preparation for entering and succeeding in the field of healthcare administration.

Phld 9130 – Public Health Research Methods, Yelena N. Tarasenko

College of Public Health: Faculty Syllabi (2014-2021)

The course focuses on the concepts and methods of health services and public health research. It is structured around the primary stages of research proposal development. It is designed for DrPH students in the College of Public Health and other graduate or professional students who have successfully completed the appropriate prerequisites. By the completion of this course, Students will acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to write a research proposal, plan for the dissertation, and develop and carry-out research projects.

Phld 9231 – Health Informatics & Decision Making, Gulzar H. Shah

College of Public Health: Faculty Syllabi (2014-2021)

This course focuses on the fundamental concepts of managing information as an asset in public health and healthcare delivery contexts. Emphasis will be placed on converting data into information and converting information into decision support models.

Pubh 2131a- Introduction To Community And Public Health, James Thomas

College of Public Health: Faculty Syllabi (2014-2021)

Introduces the student to the core functions of public health with an emphasis on community health programs and current trends of population health. Exposes the student to the role of community health practice in maximizing the health status of all populations. Course will include an overview of the organizational structure of federal, state, and local health-related agencies and examine the interrelationship of political, social, cultural and economic dimensions of community based population health activities. (2018-2019, Georgia Southern University Undergraduate and Graduate Course Catalog) Access to course materials are available for up to one year after graduation.

Pubh 3131 – Chronic Disease: A Modern Epidemic, Yelena N. Tarasenko

College of Public Health: Faculty Syllabi (2014-2021)

Chronic conditions (e.g. diabetes, cardiovascular disease, renal disease, obesity) are currently responsible for 60% of the global burden of disease and the World Health Organization predicts this to rise to 80% by the year 2020. This is one of the greatest challenges facing health care systems throughout the world and it places long-term health and economic demands on health care systems as the population ages. This course will provide students with the opportunity to study specific issues related to chronic disease epidemiology and management and their links to practice.

Pubh 3138- Multicultural Factors & Social Determinants Of Health, Joanne Chopak-Foss

College of Public Health: Faculty Syllabi (2014-2021)

Introduction to the characteristics, causes, and effects of health disparities in the United States with emphasis in health care delivery, health status and public health services. Provides students with a foundation to develop the knowledge, attitudes, and skills to become culturally competent public health professionals. Explores how health education and promotion is shaped by the cultural, social and economic contexts in which individuals function.

Pubh 3231 – Epidemiology And Biostatistics, Kwanza D. Boone

College of Public Health: Faculty Syllabi (2014-2021)

This course introduces the student to the principles and practice of epidemiology and biostatistics. Students will be exposed to the historical development of epidemiology, concepts of causality, definitions of health and disease, and sources of community health data. Current principles and practices in the cause, prevention and control of diseases in various community settings will be emphasized.

Pubh 3232: Foundations Of Health Education And Promotion Practice, Joanne Chopak-Foss

College of Public Health: Faculty Syllabi (2014-2021)

This course examines current issues and topics underlying the field of health promotion and education practice including philosophical foundations of health promotion and education, ethical issues in health education and promotion, the Certified Health Education Specialist Competencies, organizations and associations in public health education and employment potential. Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of "C" in PUBH 2131.

Pubh 3432 – Introduction To Global Health Policy, Rachel D. Schwartz

College of Public Health: Faculty Syllabi (2014-2021)

This course introduces the range of cultural and policy approaches different countries take to health, healthcare access, and related population-level health interventions. As part of this course, students will compare different healthcare systems from selected countries. (3 credits)

Pubh 4133: Health Promotion Program Planning Ii, Jamie S. Cromley

College of Public Health: Faculty Syllabi (2014-2021)

Introduces students to additional theory and application of community-based program planning and evaluation. The second of a two-course sequence, the focus will be on program implementation, evaluation, and reporting of the health promotion plan developed during the prior semester. Students will gain first-hand experience in conducting an evaluation of community health education program.

University Honors Program Newsletter, Honors College, Georgia Southern University

Honors College: News & Publications (2008-2020)

• A New Year in Honors
• Invest in Honors
• 40 Under 40 Georgia Southern University Alumni
• Supplying New Ideas
• Lifting the heavy Weight in the Classroom and in the Gym
• Summer Research at Children's Hospital

Newsroom, Georgia Southern University

Newsroom (2006-2023)

• The Georgia Educational Research Association opens call for proposals
• Georgia Southern announces '40 Under 40" Class of 2018
• Georgia Southern University Police Department's K9 Bear to get donation of body armor
• School psychology graduate student attends advocacy institute in Washington, D.C.

Health Policy, Management, And Behavior Department News, Georgia Southern University

Health Policy & Community Health: News & Publications (2011-2018)

• Georgia Southern Examines Health Departments' Activities to Address Health Disparities
• Georgia Southern reports on weight loss trends in overweight adolescents.

College Of Public Health News, Georgia Southern University

College of Public Health: News & Publications

• Georgia Southern reports on weight loss trends in overweight adolescents
• Georgia Southern Examines Health Departments' Activities to Address Health Disparities

Retha M. Lester

African American Funeral Programs

Interment at Simmons Branch Baptist Church Cemetery

Retrofit Recycling Receptacles With 95 Percent Recycled Materials For 15 Buildings, Tiffoni Buckle-Mccartney

Sustainability Showcase (2014-2022)

Tiffoni Buckle-McCartney, Sustainability Coordinator, Environmental Health and Safety ($36,391.00)

Retrofit existing Max-R recycling receptacles to separate aluminum cans and plastic bottles. The Max-R products are made of 97% recycled milk jugs in a manufacturing facility powered by 100% renewable energy. This not only upgraded the recycling program but enhanced the visibility of campus sustainability efforts. Setting-up recycling stations promote the reduction in single landfill receptacles across campus and increase waste diversion.

Six Former Eagle Players Report To Nfl Camps, Georgia Southern University

Athletics: News & Publications

• Six Former Eagle Players Report to NFL Camps
• GS represented on five teams

Sociology & Anthropology News, Georgia Southern University

Sociology & Anthropology: News & Publications (2012-2020)

• Sociology Student Shadows Attorneys & Builds Skills to Work in Criminal Justice System

Newsroom, Georgia Southern University

Newsroom (2006-2023)

• Georgia Southern provides students with new opportunities to 'Start Now'
• Unique farm-to-table program rolls out on Georgia Southern's Armstrong Campus Fall 2018
• Georgia Southern professor focused on shark, stingray research

Keynote: The Small World Of Material Handling Rearch, Parag J. Siddique, Kevin Gue, Md Salahuddin Ayuby

International Material Handling Research Colloquium

Keynote Address

A Motion Capture System Framework For The Study Of Human Manufacturing Repetitive Motion, Jesus Jimenez, Francis Mendez, David Wierschem

International Material Handling Research Colloquium

Poster 21

Potential Biases And Social Stigmas Toward Mental Health On Georgia Southern’S Campus, Brandi N. Hawkins

Honors College Theses

Aims: The purpose of this study is to examine the potential biases and social stigmas toward mental health on Georgia Southern’s campus. The research questions explored are as follows: (1) Are there mental health biases on campus? (2) Are there any differences between college, class status, marital status, race, age, or gender in terms of mental health bias? (3) Do students feel as though there are available resources on campus? (4) Do students feel comfortable reaching out for help?

Methods: Data was collected from 350 undergraduate students over the age of 18 via a Likert-style questionnaire. The questionnaire …

Patricia Ann Marie Millen

African American Funeral Programs

No abstract provided.

Research Express News, Georgia Southern University

Research & Economic Development

• GS Members Receive Research Funding

Lottie Mae Baldwin Lanier Parker

African American Funeral Programs

Funeral Program for Lottie Mae Baldwin Lanier Parker on July 19, 2018 at Russell Temple Christian Methodist Episcopal Church

Newsroom, Georgia Southern University

Newsroom (2006-2023)

• Two Georgia Southern communication arts alumni win at the Southeast Emmy Awards
• Georgia Southern student speech language hearing chapter awarded national honor
• Georgia Southern College of Science and Mathematics senior wins scholarship

College Of Health Professions News, Georgia Southern University

College of Health Professions: News & Publications (2012-2023)

• Students Study Abroad in Italy

College Of Behavioral And Social Sciences News, Georgia Southern University

College of Behavioral & Social Sciences: News & Publications (2012-2022)

• Georgia Southern University invites proposal submissions for 32nd annual Southern Conference on Children

My News, Georgia Southern University

My News (2014-2020)

• Meet President Nickel and Provost Reiber
• Georgia Southern Health Services donates more than $2,500 to The Teal House
• 71st annual Watermelon Cutting
• Eagles in Washington D.C.