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The Center on Young Adult Health and Development (CYAHD) was established in 2009 at the University of Maryland School of Public Health and is the first center in the United States specifically dedicated to understanding the health and development of young adults.

The following faculty experts are available for interviews related to the novel Coronavirus outbreak. Brief descriptions of their relevant expertise are included. To arrange an interview with one of these faculty members, please contact Fid Thompson, science writer and media coordinator for the School of Public Health, at sph-comm@umd.edu.

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Nwabuisi Chinedu BS '20 holding sign that says "I will make a difference by building trust with the community."

$1.5 M Gift Will Expand Students’ Public Health Experiences

With COVID-19 dramatically demonstrating the need for a robust, well-funded and equity-focused public health system, a new $1.5 million gift to the University of Maryland School of Public Health (SPH) will support efforts to prepare a new generation of public health leaders—a diverse group ready to confront challenges ranging from disease pandemics to systemic racism, the climate crisis and more.  

Ways to Get Involved in Health Literacy

Check out opportunities to learn more about health literacy and get involved with the Horowitz Center! We offer an undergraduate and graduate course to build background knowledge and practical skills in health literacy. And, we offer students the opportunity to participate in health literacy research and projects. Read on to learn about how to work with the Center.

The Horowitz Center participates in and leads a variety of research and service projects on a wide range of topics. Learn more about our projects!

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