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As the only public health college in Oklahoma, we recognize the need to navigate success with strategic precision and always seek to improve.

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Mission, Vision, & Strategic Plan

At the Hudson College of Public Health we are invested in our mission, vision , and strategic plan.  Integrated planning connects regular self-studies to the strategic planning processes, allowing the Hudson College to leverage accreditation standards as a tool to guide and monitor the college's strategic plan demonstrating a commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Mission

The mission of the Hudson College of Public Health is to protect and improve the health of people through public health education, workforce development, research, service and advocacy. 

Purpose

Promoting healthier tomorrows through education and research today

Vision

The Hudson College of Public Health will be nationally recognized for providing excellent education for public health practice professionals and for public health research scientists, for innovative research on contemporary issues in public health, and for translating research and scholarship into evidence-based practice, management, and public health policy.

Values 

Strategic Plan

Integrated planning connects regular self-studies to the strategic planning processes, allowing the Hudson College to leverage accreditation standards as a tool to guide and monitor the college's strategic plan demonstrating a commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Hudson College of Public Health Strategic Plan 2023-2028

The Hudson College of Public Health has a tradition of providing education for both public health practice professionals and public health research scientists, conducting research and scholarship on contemporary issues in public health, and providing public health service to the community, state, and nation.

For each strategic pillar, our strategic plan outlines strategies, tactics, and key performance indicators. The Hudson College of Public Health Strategic Plan aligns directly with the OUHSC Strategic Plan. This alignment extends to the overarching goals of the University of Oklahoma consistent with its strategic plan and mission, including its initiative to collaborate with the Evaluators from the Higher Learning Commission in preparation for its 2023 self-study report and site visit.

Strategic Plan Pillars

  1. Achieve national recognition for advancing public health research.
  2. Lead public health education and workforce development in Oklahoma.
  3. Lead public health efforts to improve health outcomes and reduce health disparities in Oklahoma.
  4. Foster an inclusive environment for all.
  5. Develop and grow partnerships to enhance the impact of our education, research and service.

Public Health Advisory Board

As the only accredited School of Public Health in Oklahoma, we are committed to rigorous academic and professional standards to ensure excellence in our educational, research and service missions.  To maintain this high standard, we ask health, business, industry and civic representatives from the community to work with us in an advisory capacity to maintain continuous quality improvement.