Department of Health Studies

Offering programs in health promotion, nutrition education, and public health.

Health grads celebrating at Washington Monument.

Francis Scott Key Bridge crossing Rock Creek Park

Contact Us

202-885-3971

healthstudies@american.edu

McCabe, Room 215

Health Studies 4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW Washington, DC 20016 United States

Department of Health Studies

The mission of the Department of Health Studies is to educate and empower future leaders in the field to improve the health status and wellbeing of individuals, communities, organizations, and societies. This mission is achieved through innovative education, transformational research, creative partnerships, and policy-change advocacy. Health issues are of universal interest and relevance, transcending the boundaries of race, religion, culture and national origin.

Degree Programs & Careers

Health Promotion students in front of the Capitol building

Our graduates put their expertise to work promoting health outcomes, policy, and research locally, nationally, and globally. Here are just a few recent examples of alums' career paths:

Research Associate at National Institute of Health
Nutrition Educator at Maryland Snap-Ed
Program Associate at Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids
Wellness Coordinator at NFL Players Association
Assistant Fitness Director at Sport & Health
Health Communications Specialist at USAID
Senior Director, Customer Engagement at Cigna
Research Associate at Walter Reed Army Institute of Research
Lifestyle Educator at Kaiser Permanente
Education Specialist at the Capitol Area Food Bank

Master's in Health Promotion Management

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Faculty and students discuss what sets this program apart.

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Upcoming

DHS Welcome Back BBQ

Tuesday, September 10, 1:00-3:00,
McCabe Quad

Join us for games, fun and food catered by Rocklands Barbeque!

In the Field

Laura Yochelson, MS Health Promotion Management student, wrote Opinion: AU threw me a lifeline during a time of mental turmoil.

Professor Jessica Young published Associations between Obesity, Obesogenic Environments, and Structural Racism Vary by County-Level Racial Composition.

Dr. Jolynn Gardner moderated the Cancer Disparities and Inequities Panel at the National Cancer Prevention Workshop on Capitol Hill on February 6, 2019.
See more at Health News & Events.