Phoenicia University Holds Public Health Students’ Orientation Session

The College of Public Health at Phoenicia University organized an orientation session on Thursday, November 5, 2026, bringing together Public Health students to explore their academic journey, professional opportunities, and recent developments within the program.

The session introduced students to the diverse roles of public health professionals, with a focus on disease prevention, health promotion, and population well-being. Students were also introduced to the program curriculum, academic advising procedures, career pathways, and available student support services.

A key part of the session focused on the integration of Health Analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) across the Public Health curriculum. Students learned how these areas are incorporated into their studies through work with population-based datasets, practical analytical applications, and projects developed progressively throughout the program.

The orientation also highlighted experiential learning opportunities through the College’s collaboration with the Lebanese Welfare Association for the Handicapped (LWAH), giving students the opportunity to apply academic knowledge through community-based public health projects.

An interactive activity titled “Public Health or Medicine?” encouraged students to distinguish between individual healthcare and population-level interventions, generating discussion around the scope and role of public health.

The session concluded with a focus on student engagement, professional development, and the opportunities available throughout the Public Health program to build both academic knowledge and practical experience.