Building Healthier Communities at Every Stage
UNE’s public health centers connect research, education, and community engagement to improve health and well‑being across the lifespan. Through applied public health practice and scholarship on healthy aging, these centers partner with students, faculty, and communities to advance health equity, strengthen public health systems, and support data‑informed solutions to real‑world challenges in Maine and beyond.
Center for Healthy Aging
The Center for Healthy Aging is a University‑wide hub for research, education, and service focused on healthful aging and intergenerational engagement. It advances applied scholarship and experiential learning while supporting UNE’s designation as an Age‑Friendly University. Through partnerships with older adults and community organizations, the center promotes inclusive, outcomes‑oriented approaches to aging across the state and the nation.
Center for Public Health Practice
The Center for Public Health Practice advances health equity by partnering with communities, agencies, and organizations to address pressing public health challenges. Through research, program evaluation, workforce development, and applied learning experiences, the center supports evidence‑based public health practice while creating meaningful opportunities for student engagement.
