NOTE: Enrollment in the class is closed to undergraduates for AY 2025-2026. The course will allow undergraduate enrollment in AY 2026-2027. Race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status are just a few of the social determinants that contribute to health disparities. Apply a racial equity lens to drive a deeper understanding of how vulnerable populations are uniquely at risk for poorer health outcomes. Explore how where we live, work, learn, and play influences health status, and examine the processes through which social and environmental determinants adversely affect health and drive inequities across the lifespan. With experts from multiple sectors, this course will discuss innovative clinical, public health, policy, advocacy, and community engaged solutions to advance health equity. Explore the unique role of health professionals in addressing health inequities. This is a Cardinal Course certified by the Haas Center for Public Service.
3 units · Medical Option (Med-Ltr-CR/NC)
NOTE: Enrollment in the class is closed to undergraduates for AY 2025-2026. The course will allow undergraduate enrollment in AY 2026-2027. Race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status are just a few of the social determinants that contribute to health disparities. Apply a racial equity lens to drive a deeper understanding of how vulnerable populations are uniquely at risk for poorer health outcomes. Explore how where we live, work, learn, and play influences health status, and examine the processes through which social and environmental determinants adversely affect health and drive inequities across the lifespan. With experts from multiple sectors, this course will discuss innovative clinical, public health, policy, advocacy, and community engaged solutions to advance health equity. Explore the unique role of health professionals in addressing health inequities. This is a Cardinal Course certified by the Haas Center for Public Service.