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The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions
Student-focused learning community
No matter where you are in your educational journey, our degree and certificate programs provide the skills and experiences needed in healthcare. Our student-centered approach is evident in classroom learning, clinical experiences, internships, research opportunities, and community outreach/volunteerism. Join us in creating an inclusive, healthy society.
Proven health education leadership
- Over 2,500 internship/clinical affiliations globally.
- 1st Athletic Training major (initially Sports Medicine) in the United States.
- 1st accredited Doctor of Audiology program in the United States.
- Michigan’s only nationally accredited Environmental Health and Safety program.
- Graduate programs are ranked by the U.S. News & World Report 2025 Best Graduate Schools:
- Doctor of Audiology program ranked 1st in Michigan and 29th nationally.
- Master of Health Administration program ranked 2nd in Michigan and 62nd nationally.
- Speech-Language Pathology program ranked 3rd in Michigan and 74th nationally.
- Doctor of Physical Therapy program ranked 4th in Michigan and 154th nationally.
- Master of Public Health program ranked 5th in Michigan and 137th nationally.
- Over 100 students and faculty presented findings at the Health Professions Research Symposium last year.
- $792,283 in total research funding for the College in 2023-2024.
- 5 Gold Awards for the "Exercise is Medicine" program from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).
- CHP partners with over 800 clinics, educational, social service, government, business, and other agencies around the world every year.
Carls Center for Clinical Care and Education
The premier specialty rehabilitation center in Mid-Michigan, pooling together the talents of exceptional clinicians, faculty, and students.
Mobile Health Central
We do healthcare on-the-go. Mobile Health Central is our traveling clinic and preventive health education center.
Health Professions Residential College
Live and learn with fellow students bound for similar careers in the Health Professions Residential College.
Institute for Health and Business Insight
A not-for-profit consulting group that uses data and advanced analytics to solve business problems.
News and announcements
View All NewsHonoring healthcare simulation week
Future nurses invited to apply to CMU's BSN program
Prevention of obesity and diabetes across the lifespan
| Details: | The Herbert H. & Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions is pleased to welcome Dr. Stella Volpe, Department Head and Professor in the Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise at Virginia Tech, as the featured speaker for the Richard B. Parr Endowed Clinical Exercise Lecture Series. In her presentation, Prevention of Obesity and Diabetes across the Lifespan, Dr. Volpe will explore current research and evidence-based strategies for reducing the risk of obesity and diabetes through nutrition, physical activity, and healthy lifestyle behaviors. This engaging lecture will highlight approaches to promoting health across all stages of life and addressing two of today's most significant public health challenges. Students, faculty, healthcare professionals, and community members are invited to attend. A question-and-answer session will follow the presentation. |
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| Time: | - |
| Location: |
Health Professions Building 1020 1280 EAST CAMPUS DRIVE MOUNT PLEASANT, MI , United States |
| Admission: | FREE |
| Sponsor: | College of Health Professions |
| Contact: | Naveen Sharma sharm2n@cmich.edu 989-774-2827 |