Hudson College Recognized for a Connected, Engaged Community

At the OU Hudson College of Public Health, public health isn’t just something we teach—it’s something we live together every day.

That culture was recently recognized through the university’s OU Engage survey, where the college earned an exceptional 83% participation rate and an engagement score higher than more than half of peer R1 institutions nationwide. For prospective students, faculty, and staff, those numbers reflect something meaningful: a college where people are invested, heard, and connected.

A Mission That Guides Daily Work

The Hudson College of Public Health is driven by a clear mission: to protect and improve the health of people through education, workforce development, research, service, and advocacy. That mission shapes everything from classroom experiences to research collaborations and community partnerships.

Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to see how their individual contributions support real-world impact. Whether advancing research, supporting students, or strengthening public health practice, each role plays a part in improving health outcomes—locally and beyond.

A Community Built on Connection

Engagement at Hudson doesn’t happen by accident. It’s supported by visible leadership and fueled by collaboration across the college. Working groups made up of faculty, staff, and students help shape activities that bring people together in meaningful ways.

Some of those gatherings are lighthearted—Football Fridays with pizza, birthday celebrations, or a Halloween social. Others encourage collaboration and conversation, like Coffee with the Dean or the Hudson Great Escape, where teams solve challenges together. Each activity is intentionally designed to be welcoming, interactive, and easy to join.

The result is a college where people regularly connect outside of their usual roles, strengthening relationships that carry into classrooms, research teams, and daily work.

Communication That Builds Trust

Clear, consistent communication is a cornerstone of the Hudson experience. Survey results and next steps are shared openly through multiple channels, including in-person meetings, newsletters, faculty forums, and follow-up resources. Just as important, the college closes the feedback loop—showing how ideas and input lead to action.

That transparency builds trust and reinforces a shared sense of ownership in shaping the college’s future.

Why It Matters to You

Hudson College of Public Health offers more than a degree or a job. It offers a place where people feel connected to their work, supported by leadership, and engaged with one another.

Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment rooted in purpose, strengthened by relationships, and focused on making a difference in public health. It’s a place to grow, to contribute, and to be part of a community that values both impact and connection.