Message From The Director

At the start of the 2024-25 year, is my honour and privilege to work with you all as the Director of the Public Health / Health Studies Program at University College, University of Toronto. I was once a proud student on this campus where I received the encouragement and education to train in a field that I am passionate about and that prepared me for my careers in both research and pedagogy.  

While upholding the program’s traditions, and with the support of our many learners, educators, researchers, administrators, and staff, I continue the program's momentum and vision - which includes a newly established collaboration with the Dalla Lana School of Public Health. As students, your educational goals play a critical role in the improvement in the future of health care and the structure and philosophy of the systems that regulate it. The importance of health-based education, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration has never been more tangible, and it is my responsibility to help you towards your goals.  

I look forward to this new year with you all.

Colleen Dockstader
Director of Public Health /Health Studies, University College