The Hudson Fellows in Public Health Symposium is the premier academic event of the OU Hudson College of Public Health, highlighting innovative research that bridges scholarship and real-world public health practice.

Established in 2016 through a $5 million endowment from Dr. Leslie and Mr. Clifford Hudson, the Symposium showcases the work of Hudson Fellows—full-time doctoral students whose research focuses on practical public health problems and solutions with meaningful impact. The endowment supports eight Fellows each year, enabling them to pursue rigorous, applied research that advances population health in Oklahoma and beyond.

Held annually, the Symposium reflects the College’s commitment to translating research into action, fostering academic excellence, and preparing the next generation of public health leaders to address complex health challenges through evidence-based solutions.