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5th
ranked Health Policy and Management department on U.S. News and World Report's list of Best Public Health Schools
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The Milken Institute School of Public Health is among the top ten recipients of NIH funding in its category.
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"My interest in GW is sparked by the potential opportunities. I wanted to be part of a community that encourages each other to succeed and encourages an open exchange of ideas about public health."
Estefania Martinez
MPH '23
Latest News at GWSPH
GW Names Accomplished Academic Leader as Next Dean of Milken Institute School of Public Health
Kelly A. Gebo, a physician-scientist, brings 30 years of leadership experience in public health administration, scholarship, teaching and patient care.
July 23, 2025
Kelly A. Gebo, a physician-scientist, brings 30 years of leadership experience in public health administration, scholarship, teaching and patient care.
Dr. Adnan Hyder Joins Boston University as Dean of the School of Public Health
July 21, 2025
Boston University just announced that Adnan Hyder, MD, MPH, PhD, has been selected as the next Dean of the Boston University School of Public Health, after a national search.
EPA Hearing: Proposal to Loosen Regulations on Power Plant Emissions
Plan would increase greenhouse gases and contribute to extreme weather like the deadly floods in Texas, according to expert testimony
July 9, 2025
The EPA held a hearing this week so that experts could comment on a recent proposal to repeal greenhouse gas emission standards for power plants. Lynn Goldman, Dean of the George Washington University Milken Institute School of Public Health, gave testimony in opposition to the proposed rule.