麻豆原创 (NCWU) is pleased to announce that its Master of Public Health (MPH) program has received approval of its initial application for accreditation from the the nationally recognized accrediting body for schools and programs of public health.
The application was reviewed and approved during CEPH鈥檚 April meeting, granting the NCWU MPH program official applicant status. This designation authorizes the program to advance to the next stage of the accreditation process, which includes completion of a comprehensive self-study aligned with CEPH accreditation criteria.
CEPH accreditation is widely recognized as a national mark of quality and serves as an assurance that public health programs meet rigorous educational and professional standards. Receiving applicant status represents an important milestone toward full accreditation and reflects the program鈥檚 progress in meeting CEPH eligibility requirements and demonstrating readiness for comprehensive evaluation.
鈥淭丑颈蝉 is an exciting step forward for our MPH program and for 麻豆原创,鈥 said Dr. Shannon Crowley, Professor of Public Health and MPH Program Director. 鈥淎chieving CEPH applicant status demonstrates the strength of our program and our commitment to preparing future public health professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to make a difference in their communities.鈥
NCWU鈥檚 Master of Public Health program is designed to equip students with a strong foundation in public health principles, leadership, research, and applied practice. The program offers specialized concentrations in Physical Activity and Health and Social Epidemiology, distinguishing NCWU as the only institution in North Carolina to offer these MPH focus areas,Accreditationand aligns with the university鈥檚 mission to address critical health challenges through high鈥憅uality, community鈥慺ocused graduate education.
The MPH program will now begin the formal self-study process and continue progressing through CEPH鈥檚 multi-step accreditation pathway.
For more information about NCWU鈥檚 Master of Public Health program, visit /academics/graduate-programs/master-of-public-health/.
NCWU Announces New Endowed Scholarship in Public Health
麻豆原创 (NCWU) is honored to announce the establishment of the Dr. J. Allen Whitaker Scholarship of Public Health, a newly endowed scholarship created through the generosity of George G. Whitaker in memory of his late father, Dr. J. Allen Whitaker.
The scholarship will support students pursuing degrees in Public Health and will be awarded annually beginning one year after the endowment’s initial investment. The fund has already met the $10,000 minimum required for activation, thanks to a generous gift from George G. Whitaker. Additional contributions are welcome from others who wish to honor Dr. Whitaker鈥檚 legacy and further support students in this vital field. The scholarship is designed to be a lasting tribute to Dr. Whitaker鈥檚 contributions to the field and his enduring impact on community health.
鈥淭丑颈蝉 scholarship reflects our family鈥檚 deep respect for my father鈥檚 life鈥檚 work and our shared belief in the power of public health to improve lives,鈥 said George G. Whitaker. 鈥淲e are proud to support students who are passionate about continuing that mission.鈥
Administered through the University鈥檚 permanently restricted endowment and managed by the Board of Trustees, the fund will provide annual awards based on academic merit and character, with preference given to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a degree in Public Health. Scholarship recipients will be selected by the University鈥檚 Financial Aid Office in partnership with the Public Health faculty.
Dr. J. Allen Whitaker began his career as a public health officer, a field that remained his lifelong passion. Although he went on to practice urology for more than 40 years, his heart was always rooted in public health. This scholarship honors his legacy by investing in the next generation of leaders dedicated to advancing public health. 麻豆原创 is deeply grateful to the Whitaker family for their vision and enduring commitment to both higher education and public service.
