American Universities' Engagement in Global Health

American universities are experiencing an unprecedented surge in global health programs. Students and faculty alike have become actively engaged in operational research, project analysis, workforce training, and increasing policy debates. Universities are organizing themselves and developing a global health vision through the newly launched Consortium of Universities for Global Health (CUGH). This discussion focuses on the roots of this phenomenon and future implications.

Speakers include:

Congresswoman Betty McCollum (MN)
Chair of the Congressional Global Health Caucus

Dr. Haile Debas
UCSF and Chair of the Board, Consortium of Universities of Global Health

Dr. Michael Merson
Duke University

Students and Faculty Representing Duke, Boston and Emory Universities
Global Health Research/Programs

CSIS has recently launched the Commission on Smart Global Health Policy. Learn more at http://www.smartglobalhealth.org