Join us in celebrating National Public Health Week 2026!
Ready. Set. Action! is this year’s theme. As we celebrate, take a moment to recognize how public health has improved our daily lives, safeguarded our families, expanded our life spans, and strengthened our communities.
We look forward to welcoming students, alumni, faculty, staff, and the community to our events this year!
Grand Rounds: A 21st Century Research Agenda: Digital Health Interventions & Immersive Technology
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Peterson Hall Multipurpose room
Volunteer at Presidents Park Greenhouse
2:00 - 5:00 pm
Fairfax campus
Park Clean-up at Burke Lake Park
4:00 - 6:00 pm
Burke Lake Park
Condom Toss Game and Sexual Health Information Table
1:30 - 3:30 pm
Fairfax campus: SUB 1 Quad
Volunteer at the Patriot Pantry with the Patriots for the Public Health organization
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Fairfax campus: SUB 1, Room 3A
VDH National Public Health Week Events
Virginia Department of Health virtual events that are that are open for students to join as part of National Public Health Week
Virginia Department of Health Mentoring Panel: Session 1 4/6
When: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm on April 6
Join us for a Virtual Mentoring Panel hosted by the Virginia Department of Health (VDH)! In this Q&A session, VDH employees will share insights from their public health careers while answering your questions. This is a great opportunity to gain practical advice, explore career pathways, and learn tips for success in the public health workforce.
Virginia Department of Health Mentoring Panel: Session 2 on 4/8
When: 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm on April 8
Join us for a Virtual Mentoring Panel hosted by the Virginia Department of Health (VDH)! In this Q&A session, VDH employees will share insights from their public health careers while answering your questions. This is a great opportunity to gain practical advice, explore career pathways, and learn tips for success in the public health workforce.
The Power of We: Coalition Building for Emerging Public Health Professionals (4/10)
When: 10:30 am – 11:30 am on April 10
Coalition building is a key part of effective public health work. In this interactive session, attendees will explore how collaboration, consensus building, partnerships, and shared leadership can strengthen the impact of community health efforts. Using real‑world examples and guided panel discussion, participants will learn practical ways to bring diverse partners together, manage competing priorities, and build trust within the local public health system.