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Dr. Susan Elliott has been honored with the Award of Excellence in Graduate Supervision, recognizing her outstanding mentorship and lasting impact on students' careers. As head of the GoHelP lab, she has guided numerous scholars who now shape research, policy, and advocacy worldwide. Her legacy of academic excellence and compassion continues to inspire the next generation of leaders. Congratulations Susan! 

Two PhD students in the Faculty of Environment are among the recipients of the 2025 Flight 302 Legacy Award. To honour the victims of flight 302 crash that took place in March 2019, the award recipients must show passion and dedication to advancing the environmental and humanitarian fields. Learn more about Alexa Bennet's contributions in Niarobi and how her experience reinforced her commitment to global change. 

We are thrilled to share that Lukas Weissenberger, a former Global Research Intern at the GoHelP lab, has published his scoping review, "The Intersection of Water Vending and Gender," in Water Security. 

Guided by Professor Susan Elliott, Lukas conducted a scoping review on the intersection of water vending and gender during his time at the lab. The study uncovers how cultural, social, and economic factors influence water vending practices and their impact on gender equality. 

Congratulations to Joan Kaburia, PhD candidate and health geographer, on passing her comprehensive exams! We look forward to witnessing the incredible milestones you will reach throughout your doctoral journey!

Congratulations to Cynthia Itbo Musah, a master’s student in Geography at the University of Waterloo, for successfully passing her comprehensive exam! With a strong background in land administration and a deep commitment to WASH access and women's empowerment, this milestone marks an exciting step in her academic journey, and we look forward to her continued achievements in her Ph.D. studies!

We are thrilled to announce that Alexa Bennett, a PhD student in the Department of Geography and Environmental Management at the University of Waterloo, has successfully passed her comprehensive exam! Congratulations, Alexa, and best wishes for your continued success in your PhD journey!

Climate change is often viewed through environmental and economic lenses, but its profound effects on human health are often overlooked. This video highlights the critical role of public health in addressing the impacts of climate change. Learn about the importance of community support, innovative solutions like renewable energy, and the need for public health policies that prioritize vulnerable populations.

Congratulations to Tara Chen , PhD Candidate and Climate-Health Fellow, who received the Early Career Excellence Award from ASPHER at their Deans’ and Directors’ Retreat in Portugal.  Discover more about Tara's significant contributions to integrating climate-health competencies into public health education and her perspectives on the future of public health shared at the "Next Generation" Panel in Porto.

In 2020, Wellbeing, Space and Society was launched by Susan Elliott and Jamie Pearce to provide a platform for groundbreaking research on wellbeing. The journal recently reached a major milestone, earning its first Impact Factor of 2.4 and securing strong rankings in both the Public Health and Geography categories. Discover more about this exciting achievement and its impact on advancing wellbeing research.

Yuki Yeung's personal experience with heat in her student residence led her to research heat stress in Canadian post-secondary residences. Her thesis, published in Canadian Geographies, used Reddit to analyze student perceptions and highlighted the significant impact of climate change-induced heat waves on student well-being and academics.