Dr. Laura Magaña
ASPPH
President and CEO
Dr. Laura Magaña is President and CEO of the Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH), where she leads efforts to strengthen academic public health and advance the public health workforce.
Through her writing, Dr. Magaña shares perspectives on leadership, education, policy, and the evolving role of schools and programs of public health in addressing public health challenges. Her commentary often focuses on workforce development, equity, collaboration across sectors, and the future of public health education.
Areas of focus
- Academic public health leadership
- Public health workforce development
- Equity and population health
- Public health education and training
- Cross-sector collaboration
Recent Posts
De la Innovación a la Transformación a Través del Liderazgo
View in English En HELIX 2026, ante líderes de los ámbitos de la educación, la tecnología y el servicio público, planteé una pregunta crucial para nuestro tiempo: ¿Moldearemos el cambio intencionalmente o permitiremos que…
Artificial Intelligence and Public Health: A Moment That Demands Leadership
Artificial intelligence is no longer a future consideration for public health. It is already shaping how health data are analyzed, how risks are predicted, how resources are allocated, and how…
Global Collaboration: A Necessity for Advancing Health and Well-Being
In today’s interconnected world, the health and well-being of our nation are intrinsically linked to the health and well-being of others. Pandemics, climate change, and chronic diseases transcend borders and…
For the Public Health Workforce, Now Is the Time to Thrive, Not Retreat
As the next U.S. administration prepares to assume office on Inauguration Day, we face uncertainty in public health. Many fear that the progress made in advancing public health over the…