Start your pathway to making a difference in the health and well-being of global communities at the first school of public health in the United States - the Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine - with Tulane's Futures in Public Health program. More information can be found about each course by clicking the course name. Apply to Tulane Pre-College Programs by visiting the Admissions page.
Infectious Disease: Detection and Control
Course Offered: July 20 - 24
From changing social norms to transforming economies, epidemics have left a lasting impact on society. This hands-on, discussion-driven course explores how culture, society, politics, and the environment shape the spread and control of epidemics—and how public health experts use data to inform policies that protect us all. In this cross-disciplinary experience, students will explore the history of major epidemics like the Spanish Flu, cholera, HIV, SARS-CoV-2, and the plague, gain foundational skills in detecting and controlling disease, and learn effective communication strategies to combat misinformation. Discover for yourself how epidemics not only affect our lives but shape our world.
Infectious Disease: Epidemics and Public Health
Course Offered: July 13 - 17
As a leader in public health for over a century, Tulane University recognizes the importance of community outreach and action. Students will examine the factors leading to outbreaks of disease and the impact that infectious diseases have on our society. Empowered with this information, they will design public health campaigns to mitigate the spread of infectious diseases.
Public Health Nutrition: From Plate to Policy
Course Offered: June 22 - 26
What we eat affects far more than our own health, it connects to the wellbeing of our communities, our environment, and even the policies that shape our world. Public Health Nutrition: From Plate to Policy invites students to explore how food choices, biology, and society come together to influence health at the individual, household, community, and global levels. The goal of this course is to help students understand nutrition as a key component public health and to see how everyday eating habits are linked to bigger issues like food access, culture, and sustainability.
Reimagining Healthcare: Policy, Innovation, and Ethics in Action
Course Offered: July 20 - 24
Discover how Healthcare decisions shape communities--and how you can shape the future of healthcare. In this interactive summer course, students will explore the intersection of health policy, advocacy, and innovation. Through engaging workshops and expert guest speakers, students will tackle real-world challenges, such as AI in medicine and health equity. By the end of the course, students will present their own bold innovations for transforming healthcare!
Understanding Health Disparities in Our Communities
Course Offered: June 15 – 18
Not everyone has the same chance at a healthy life. Factors like where you live, how much money your family makes, and even your race or gender can affect your health. For example, Black men in the U.S. live about 10 years less on average than White women. In this course, you’ll explore why these differences exist, learn how to spot health gaps in different communities, and dig into the real reasons behind them.
Using Trends to Save Lives: AI-Supported Health Equity Social Media Content Creation
Course Offered: July 13 - 17
From skin care to healthy recipes, and from hurricane preparedness to suicide prevention, public health and medical professionals across the world have started to use social media to share lifesaving information. Students will be exposed to a variety of public health issues, learn from local site visits and guest speakers, and work to create a health equity campaign. Try AI tools that help with key aspects of content creation. Learn and practice creating content and engaging with audiences.
Note: Participation in this course is limited to rising juniors and seniors.
