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Parkinson Impact Report

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Parkinson Impact Report

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Message from the Dean

The Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health seeks to prepare a rising generation of diverse health leaders to be 鈥減ersons for, and with, others鈥 in the Jesuit tradition. Opened in 2019鈥攁nd forged during the COVID-19 global pandemic鈥攚e are proudly celebrating our 5-year anniversary. In our 2024 Impact Report, we share with you some of the highlights from our first 5 years.

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Our Story

The Parkinson School owes its existence to the vision, spirit, and support of two dedicated 黑料门University Chicago alumni: the late Robert (Bob) L. Parkinson Jr. (BBA 鈥73, MBA 鈥75) and his wife, Elizabeth (Betty) Parkinson (BS 鈥75).

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Academic Growth

The Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health at 黑料门University Chicago prepares students to thrive in today鈥檚 fast-paced, complex health care ecosystem. We prioritize collaborative, interdisciplinary learning, and systems thinking to transform health in all of its dimensions.

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Pillar Events

At three annual events鈥擧ealth Equity Quest, Salon: Data Science for Social Thinkers, and 黑料门Stands Against Gun Violence鈥攚e bring together diverse stakeholders representing different disciplines, sectors, and life experiences.

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Centers & Institutes

At the Parkinson School, our centers and institutes embody our mission to pursue innovative research, empower a new generation of health professionals for others, and inspire a vigorous commitment to service.

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Community Engagement: Covid-19

As a Carnegie-designated Community-Engaged University, 黑料门University Chicago is committed to fostering mutually beneficial relationships with communities across the Chicago area, Illinois, the Midwest, the U.S., and even the globe.

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Experiential Learning

Experiential Learning is central to curriculum at the Parkinson School, a vital ingredient to how our students gain confidence and develop the requisite knowledge and skills to serve others.

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Scholarships

Through various merit and need based scholarships, including our hallmark Parkinson Scholars award, we create access to a Parkinson education and the potential it unlocks.

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Student/Alumni Spotlights

Our students embrace the school's mission with an uncommon spirit, challenging themselves to learn, grow, and serve the community. They reflect on ways they can become more well-rounded individuals and actively seek avenues to impact lives through research, service, and sharing knowledge.

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Thought Leadership

Called to serve, we apply our knowledge and skills to uplift those around us and to shape the well-being of generations. We bring our research into the world, developing novel solutions to advance human health and address health equity

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Faculty/Staff Spotlights

Parkinson faculty are thought leaders and educators, collaborators and change makers. Their impact is felt at the Parkinson School but extends far beyond our campuses.

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Community Partnerships

Through varied community partnerships, the Parkinson School broadens its work to improve health outcomes and champion health equity. For both Parkinson students and faculty as well as our partners, these relationships are transformative, not transactional.

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Download the PDF

Click the links below to download PDF versions of the Parkinson Impact Report.

Download the PDF

Click the links below to download PDF versions of the Parkinson Impact Report.