At the Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health, we believe that the path to optimal health for all is paved with collaboration. Our partnerships are the heartbeat of our mission, allowing us to extend our reach, amplify our impact, and create real change in communities across Arkansas and beyond.
Why Partner with Us?
For Businesses
- Access to Expertise: Tap into our faculty’s cutting-edge research and insights to inform your health-related initiatives.
- Talent Pipeline: Connect with our skilled students and graduates for internships and employment opportunities.
- Corporate Social Responsibility: Demonstrate your commitment to community health and well-being through impactful collaborations.
- Innovation Opportunities: Collaborate on research projects that could lead to new products, services, or practices in public health.
For Community Organizations
- Evidence-Based Support: Leverage our research capabilities to strengthen your programs and grant applications.
- Volunteer Power: Engage our passionate students in your community health initiatives.
- Capacity Building: Benefit from our expertise to enhance your organization’s public health knowledge and skills.
- Amplified Reach: Join forces to tackle larger public health challenges and reach more community members.
Our Partnership Goals
We’re setting ambitious goals to make our partnerships even stronger:
1. Growing Engagement: We aim to increase the number of our faculty, staff, and students involved in collaborative partnerships by 5% each year through 2029. That means more opportunities for impactful collaborations!
2. Partner Satisfaction: We’re committed to delivering value. Our goal is to achieve an average community partner satisfaction rating of 4 out of 5 by 2028.
3. Streamlined Collaboration: We’re developing a cutting-edge partner management and communications framework to make working together smoother and more efficient than ever before.
Partnership Opportunities
- Research Collaborations: Join forces on studies that address pressing public health issues in Arkansas and beyond.
- Internship Programs: Provide real-world experience for our students while benefiting from their fresh perspectives and skills.
- Community Health Initiatives: Work with us to design, implement, and evaluate programs that improve health outcomes in your community.
- Guest Lectures and Workshops: Share your expertise with our students or benefit from our faculty’s knowledge through customized training sessions.
Get Involved
Are you a business looking to make a positive impact on public health? A community organization seeking to enhance your health initiatives? We want to hear from you! Contact Tiffany Haynes.
At the Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health, we’re not just an academic institution – we’re a catalyst for positive change in Arkansas and beyond. By partnering with us, you’re joining a network of changemakers dedicated to improving public health outcomes and addressing health disparities.
Together, we can create innovative solutions, drive meaningful research, and make a lasting impact on the health of our communities. Let’s partner up and build a healthier future for all!