The mission of the School of Allied Health at the Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ is
to educate and develop allied health professionals to serve all Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æns.
School of allied health
As part of the College of Health at the Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ, the School
of Allied Health is home to training programs and facilities for allied health professionals.
Allied health programs are specifically designed to prepare graduates for work in
rewarding careers in Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ's rapidly growing health care industry. In addition to
instruction by allied health professionals, most programs provide experiential education
with students working alongside health professionals in real-work situations.
The School of Allied Health also offers continuing educational opportunities for experienced
professionals who are in need of a refresher course or looking to expand their earning
potential in the job field.
In January 2026, students from the College of Health showcased their public health research at the Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Public Health Association Summit’s annual poster session. Their projects spanned topics ranging from food security to environmental contamination, contributing valuable insights that help shape the evolving conversation around Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æâ€™s public health landscape.
Almost half of UAA students have experienced food insecurity. UAA offers several resources to combat hunger and food insecurity, including the Seawolf Food Pantry, which supplies non-perishable foods, as well as three-day emergency food support.
Dr. Corrie Whitmore, an associate professor in the Division of Population Health Sciences, and her team at UAA’s Center for Behavioral Health Research and Services are celebrating the recent publication of a new article. The paper, which was published in the Dec. 2025 issue of Nursing for Women’s Health, offers a framework and actionable strategies for nurses to improve communication and patient experience in discussions around substance use and contraception.
Philippe Amstislavski, a scientist with a passion for sustainable innovation, is pioneering the use of mycelium insulation to help Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æâ€™s remote communities combat extreme cold and climate change.
From campus food pantries to statewide health initiatives, Keely Livingston is turning passion into purpose. Keely’s journey into public health began with hands-on work in food security during her undergrad years at Montana State and led her to enroll in UAA's Master of Public Health Program.
The School of Allied Health is home to two clubs at UAA. Learn more about the Medical
Laboratory Science Club and Pre-Pharmacy Club by visiting the Student Opportunities
page.
The School of Allied Health provides a variety of scholarship opportunities for allied
health students. Learn more about the UAA School of Allied Health Administration Scholarship,
Second Chance Scholarship, Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Pharmacists Association Pharmacy Technician Scholarship,
and Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Pharmacists Association Pre-Pharmacy Scholarships available.