Health and Human Services

Preparing leaders, professionals and scholars to improve the health and welfare of persons and communities in local, national and global settings.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) provides an innovative academic environment for students interested in improving the lives and health of vulnerable populations. HHS faculty enhance student learning by connecting classroom instruction with ongoing intervention research, meaningful field experiences and community outreach efforts. Students complete a rigorous interdisciplinary program of study and master valuable professional skills. HHS students are well prepared to launch their careers or pursue additional graduate training to help solve pressing problems and deliver exceptional health and human services.

Our Academic Programs

Undergraduate and Graduate Programs

Health and Human Services in the news

12/21/2020

CEHHS' Kyle Ralston receives Chancellor's Medallion Award

He is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Services with a concentration in Public Health, with high distinction.

Graphic by Violet Dashi

12/9/2020

Senior David Fuller Jr. on the hope and humanity of public health

The pandemic has given Fuller a chance to witness the impact of his chosen field. He hopes the rest of us feel the same.

CEHHS administrative assistant Liz Morden helps children in a cooking class at the Early Childhood Education Center — Longtime CEHHS Administrative Assistant Liz Morden (left) in her element, helping children at the Early Childhood Education Center during a staff retreat.

12/9/2020

CEHHS colleagues remember Liz Morden

The veteran administrative assistant, who passed away last month, was known as a caring friend and tireless ally of students.

A graphic showing the Lady Justice statue, with her scales holding vials of the COVID-19 vaccine. A hand from the right administers the vaccine into her bare arm. — Graphic by Violet Dashi

12/2/2020

What would a “just” rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine look like?

The next phase of the pandemic could be a test of how much we’ve learned about inequity in America.

Interim Department Chair

Lisa Martin, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Health Policy Studies; Associate Professor of College-Wide Programs; Director, Women's and Gender Studies
martilis@umich.edu
313-583-6562