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University of California Berkeley School of Public Health

Since its founding in 1943, the School of Public Health has become one of the world's preeminent centers dedicated to the promotion and protection of the health of human populations and is noted for the excellence of its programs in teaching, research, and service activities. These programs, grounded in an understanding of biological and social science theories and mechanisms, are integrated through a focus on communities that reach from the neighborhoods surrounding the Berkeley campus to settings around the world.

The mission of the University of California, Berkeley, School of Public Health is to:

• Conduct world class, rigorous research
• Apply knowledge to prevent disease and injury and promote the health of individuals and communities in California, the United States and the world
• Develop diverse leaders for professional and research careers through undergraduate, masters and doctoral programs
• Enhance the knowledge and skills of the public health workforce through continuing education and technical assistance

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