ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµ Center for Rural Health & Health Workforce
ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµ Center for Rural Health and Health Workforce
The ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµ Center for Rural Health & Health Workforce (ACRH-HW) is dedicated to strengthening
ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµâ€™s health workforce, with a focus on rural communities and addressing workforce
shortages. The Center oversees various programs, including the ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµ Area Health
Education Centers (AHEC), which operate through six regional community-based centers
across the state. As part of the ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµ's role as the state's
health campus, the Center supports health program planning, community partnerships,
and intercampus collaboration. It provides a statewide framework to support health
workforce development, from career exploration and training to continuing education.
The UAA Justice Center celebrated its 50th anniversary with a special legislative citation presented by ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµ state legislators. The citation recognized decades of impactful research, education, and public service in ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµ.
On September 27, the women’s volleyball team invited faculty to join them on the court for Faculty & Staff Appreciation Night. Among the honorees were four standout educators from the College of Health, each nominated by students.
MiLee Yu is a graduate of the ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµâ€™s Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program, and is currently pursuing a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree. In September 2025, MiLee was awarded the BSW Student of the Year award at the Biennial National Association of Social Workers (NASW) ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµ Chapter Conference.
The CAFE Oh Wow (COW) Awards are put on by the Center for Advancing Faculty Excellence (CAFE) and honors faculty who show excellence in teaching, research/creative activity, mentorship, and more.