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Mary Kitten, director of the new public health program at Alverno College (Alverno College)
Alverno College is launching a new public health degree program in the fall, broadening its offerings in high-demand fields. The program will advance the work of Alverno s strategic plan, which aims to support workforce development in southeastern Wisconsin and beyond.
Careers in public health have risen to the forefront due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects the field will continue to grow. Public health officials work tirelessly to keep people healthy and safe by preventing disease and injury, and their efforts have significantly increased life expectancy in the U.S., said Mary Kitten, DNP, RN, CRRN, public health program director. Because the demand for professionals who can recognize and address issues that affect community health and well-being continues to rise, we are preparing graduates who can proactively save lives and protect the