Welcome
We are a group of Iowa colleges and universities that have come together around a common interest of international health. Members include Central College, Des Moines University, Drake University, Iowa State University, Mercy College of Health Sciences, Simpson College, University of Iowa, and University of Northern Iowa.
The consortium was established in 2007 with the underlying assumption that global learning experiences for students and faculty benefit Iowa and our country in the areas of economics, civic engagement and improvement of health outcomes. Members of the consortium agree that to accomplish this in the most efficient manner requires collaboration and sharing of resources. To accomplish these goals, the consortium focuses on partnerships with other countries, collaborative research, and educational programming.
News and Events
Militarism on a Sick Planet Project
Event date: 09.09. - September 11, 2011
For those concerned about our chaotic climate, degraded environment, and the uses of militarism, please register for the Militarism on a Sick Planet Project symposium sponsored by the University of Iowa Center for Human Rights and Iowa Physicians for Social Responsibility which convenes in Nebraska City over the auspicious weekend of September 9-11, 2011. Download the announcement or visit www.psriowa.org.
The symposium is part of a continuing series of activities bringing together activists and academics, professionals and the public concerned about advancing the right to health on a planet that is rapidly being degraded, in a climate that is rapidly changing, in a political environment that misidentifies militarization as the solution to all security needs.
We have a great line-up of speakers, events, and participants. Importantly, the symposium is being held in a unique, beautiful, and peaceful setting where our discussions will resonate within an environment that is sustainable, diverse and healthy. We can not continue to wage war on the environment and simultaneously endeavor to live it; similarly, if we don’t have a sense of wonder and appreciation for the physical environment we strive to support, we have a hard time working in its behalf. Please consider joining us, come a day early, stay a day late, consider it a mini vacation or a working vacation.
Whether or not you are able to join us, you can help by sharing the symposium announcement, encouraging your friends, family, colleagues and neighbors to join in this important event. We’re hopeful of bringing in a chorus of various voices and perspectives. We want everyone to leave feeling refreshed, empowered, and re-committed to doing all they can to advance the right to health and promote environmental justice by working for environmental security.
Register today at www.psriowa.org/msp/msp-registration.html. Registration ends September 6.
Third Annual Global Health Conference: The Challenges of Global Aging
Event date: October 12, 2011 - 10:30am
October 12, 2011
10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Des Moines University
Olsen Medical Education Center (MEC)
3200 Grand Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50312
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Register online Poster submission
Target audience
Des Moines University students, faculty, staff, and adjunct global health faculty. Students and faculty from Heartland Global Health Conference (HGHC) member schools (Central College, Drake University, Iowa State University, Mercy College of Health Science, Simpson College, University of Iowa, University of Northern Iowa and Des Moines University (DMU)) and community members are also invited to attend.
Objectives
Upon completion of this program or series, participants will be able to:
- Learn about the challenges of global aging.
- Identify action steps in addressing the global aging population.
- Question how society can assist in promoting a healthy lifestyle for the elderly.
Agenda
Print version (pdf)
| 10:30 a.m. | Registration |
| 11 a.m. | LunchView Student Poster Presentations – Judging by HGHC Committee members |
| 12:30 p.m. | Overview of Heartland Global Health Consortium (HGHC)
Christopher A. Squier, Ph.D., D.Sc.; Director, Global Health Studies, University of Iowa; President, HGHC Mary Mincer Hansen, Ph.D.; Director, Masters of Public Health, Des Moines University; Past President, HGHC |
| 12:45 p.m. | Welcome
Angela L. Walker Franklin, Ph.D.; President, Des Moines University |
| 12:50 p.m. | Greeting
Terry Branstad; Governor, Iowa |
| 1 p.m. | Co-keynote address: The Opportunities for Aging in Iowa
Donna Harvey; Director, Iowa Department on Aging |
| 1:30 p.m. | Co-keynote address:Making Sense of Cross-National Differences in Aging and Disease
Robert B. Wallace, MSc, M.D.; Director, Center on Aging, The University of Iowa |
| 2 p.m. | Question and Answer Session |
| 2:15 p.m. | Break
Poster Winners Announced and Prizes Presented |
| 2:30 p.m. | Introduction of Speaker Panel Members
Dawn Bowker, RN, MAN, ARNP, WHNP-BC; Assistant professor, Mercy College of Health Sciences |
| 2:45 p.m. | Brain Wellness for the World
Robert L. Bender Jr., M.D.; Medical director, Healthy Aging and Memory Clinic, West Des Moines; Geriatrician, Des Moines |
| 3 p.m. | Longevity and Global Aging
Peter Martin, Ph.D., Dr. Phil, Dipl. Psych; Professor and director, Gerontology Program, Iowa State University |
| 3:15 p.m. | Community Health Workers and the Epidemiological Transition
Abigail Koker, D.O.’14; Des Moines University Hiral Patel, D.O.’14; Des Moines University |
| 3:30 p.m. | Break |
| 3:45 p.m. | Communities Learning from Communities
Timothy G. Ihrig, M.D. Medical director, Palliative Care Services, Iowa Health Physicians |
| 4 p.m. | WHO Global Network of Age Friendly Cities
Yogesh Shah, M.D. Associate dean of Global Health, Des Moines University; Founding Chair, HGHC |
| 4:15 p.m. | Developing Livable Communities for Successful Aging
Brian Kaskie, Ph.D., M.A. Associate professor, Department of Health Management and Policy, The University of Iowa |
| 4:30 p.m. | Question and Answer Session |
| 5 p.m. | Adjourn |
Student poster session
Deadline to register your poster is: Wednesday, September 28th.
We are excited to announce the HGHC will be offering a poster session and all students attending are invited to participate.
Our conference theme for this year is “The Challenges of Global Aging”, however, poster topics are not limited to our conference theme. Students may present on any topic, experience, or research in the field of global health.
Categories and prizes
This year, students from HGHC partner universities will again have the opportunity to take part in a poster presentation, competing for cash prizes of $250 in each of three different categories! Posters will be divided into two groups (undergraduate and graduate) and will be judged in these three categories:
- Best focus on the conference theme
- Best focus on benefits at the community level
- Other
General information about poster construction
Posters display information about a particular topic in a visual format, so conference attendees can take it in at their own pace. The poster session will provide conference attendees the opportunity to learn more about a student’s experiential learning experience or research project, and personalize their learning experience by speaking one-on-one with the student creators of posters that capture their attention.
The following web site serves as a great resource on how to create an effective poster: http://www.ncsu.edu/project/posters/NewSite/
Poster printing guidelines
- Posters for the event will be paid for through the DMU Global Health department by a grant received from Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.
- All students participating in the poster session will be reimbursed (up to $40) to defray costs associated with making posters.
- Please print in seminar presentation size (32.45″ x 42″ OR 42″ x 54.35″) (non-matted and non-laminated).
- If you’re a DMU student instructions regarding poster printing will be provided in your registration confirmation email.
Deadline to register your poster is: Wednesday, September 28th.
Dress
Registration
Free
- Students from HGHC member institutions – Central College, Des Moines University, Drake University, Iowa State University, Mercy College of Health Sciences, Simpson College, University of Iowa, and University of Northern Iowa
- Des Moines University faculty, staff, and global health adjunct faculty
- Heartland Global Health Consortium committee members
$50
- Faculty of HGHC schools and community members
Sponsors
Additional information
The Heartland Global Health Consortium fosters collaboration to offer and expand international health learning experiences for students. Members include Central College, Drake University, Iowa State University, Mercy College of Health Science, Simpson College, University of Iowa, University of Northern Iowa and DMU.
CME Credit
AOA: Des Moines University Continuing Medical Education and the AOA Council on Continuing Medical Education approve this program for a maximum 3.5 hours of AOA Category 2-A CME credits.
IBON: Des Moines University continuing education (provider #112) is approved by the Iowa Board of Nursing as an accredited provider. This program has been reviewed and approved for a maximum of 3.9 continuing education contact hours.
Other: Attendees will be given a certificate of participation for a maximum 3.5 continuing education hours.
Contact
Vanessa Ross, CMP
Manager, Continuing Medical Education
3200 Grand Avenue, AC #505
Des Moines, IA 50312
Phone: 515-271-1541
Fax: 515-271-4226
vanessa.ross@dmu.edu
Chris Catrenich
Administrative secretary, Global Health
3200 Grand Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50312
515-271-1425
chris.catrenich@dmu.edu
Disclosure statement
Everyone in a position to control the content of this educational activity will disclose to the CE provider and to attendees all relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest. They will also disclose if any pharmaceuticals or medical procedures and devices discussed are investigational or unapproved for use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Determination of educational content for this program and the selection of speakers are responsibilities of the program director. Firms providing financial support did not have input in these areas.
Des Moines University (DMU) prohibits discrimination in employment, educational programs, and activities on the basis of race, national origin, color, creed, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preference. The University also affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities and equal access to University facilities.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend DMU sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the DMU Continuing Medical Education office at 515-271-1541 or cme@dmu.edu prior to the program.
The Fourth Annual Iowa Hunger Summit
Posted October 19th, 2010 by Des Moines University
The fourth annual Iowa Hunger Summit was held on Tuesday, October 13 as part of the esteemed World Food Prize symposium. The Heartland Global Health Consortium (HGHC) hosted a segment of the morning session entitled “Starving for Knowledge: Nutrition, Brain Development and Education”. Speakers were faculty and students of HGHC member institutions and included the following:
- Dr. Robert Mazur, PhD, Iowa State University: “African Perspective” (download presentation)
- Roberto Fernandez, MPH, OMS-II and Christopher Peluso, OMS-II, Des Moines University: “Starvation Beyond Food! Impact of Malnutrition on Neonatal and Childhood Neuro and Psychosocial Development: Implications for Global Public Health” (download presentation)
- Jennifer Hall, Ed.D. UNI, Founder , Over the Rainbow Health & Education Services; “Brazil perspective”
- Lindsay Zylstra, 4th year student, Central College: “The importance of maternal zinc supplementation to reduce adverse pregnancy outcomes in Nepal” (download presentation)
2nd Annual Global Health Conference recap
Posted October 19th, 2010 by Des Moines University
The 2ndAnnual Heartland Global Health Consortium Conference took place on Wednesday, October 13, 2010 from 10:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at Des Moines University. Over 100 faculty, staff, students and community attendees heard about the influence of agriculture on global health.
Co-keynote speakers were Paul Schickler, president, Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc. and Janey Thornton, Ph.D., secretary for Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services, US Dep. Of Agriculture.
Other presenters at the conference included:
- Craig Just, Adjunct assistant professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Iowa
“Global Health Engineering in Ghana” - Susan Roberts, J.D., M.S., R.D., Roberts Law Firm, PLC
“Looking at Health from a Food System Policy Perspective” - Matt Russel, State Food Policy Project Coordinator, Drake Agricultural Law Center
“Convergence of Sustainability, Marketing, and Awakening of the Consciousness Of Food” - Dr. Robert Mazur, Associate Director, CSRL and Professor, Sociology at ISU and Henry Musoke, Executive Director, Volunteer Efforts for Development Concerns (VEDCO)
“The Sustainable Livelihoods Capacity Building Approach to Agriculture, Nutrition and Health in Uganda” (Download presentation)
2nd Annual Global Health Conference
Event date: October 13, 2010 - 10:30am
Heartland Global Health Consortium presents:
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
10: 30 a.m.
Des Moines University
3200 Grand Ave.
Des Moines, Iowa 50312
View google map or view DMU campus map and directions.
Agenda
| 10:30 – 11:00 a.m. | Registration |
| 11:00 – 12:30 p.m. | Lunch View student poster presentations |
| 12:30 – 12:45 p.m. | Overview of Heartland Global Health Consortium Dr. Yogi Shah, associate dean of global health, Des Moines University Dr. Mary Mincer Hansen, director of the Masters of Public Health Program, Des Moines University |
| 12:45 – 12:50 p.m. | Welcome Stephen Dengle, interim president, Des Moines University |
| 12:50 – 2:00 p.m. | Co-keynote address Paul Schickler, President of Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc. Janey Thornton, Ph.D., SNS Deputy Under Secretary for Food, Nutrition and Consumer Svcs., USDA |
| 2:00 – 2:15 p.m. | Questions |
| 2:15 – 2:30 p.m. | Break
Poster judging by expert panel speakers. Winners announced and prizes presented. |
| 2:30 – 2:45 p.m. | Introduction of speaker panel members
Dr. Francis Owusu, Associate Professor, Community & Regional Planning, Iowa State University |
| 2:45 – 3:15 p.m. | Global Health Engineering in Ghana Craig Just, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Iowa |
| 3:15 – 3:25 p.m. | Break |
| 3:25 – 3:55 p.m. | Looking at Health from a Food System Policy Perspective Susan Roberts, JD, MS, RD, Roberts Law Firm, PLC |
| 3:55 – 4:25 p.m. | Convergence of Sustainability, Marketing, and Awakening of the Consciousness of Food
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| 4:25 – 4:55 p.m. | The Sustainable Livelihoods Capacity Building Approach to Agriculture, Nutrition and Health in Uganda
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| 4:55 – 5:00 p.m. | Open Discussion, Additional Questions, Wrap up |
Registration
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