Kate Marmion School of Public Health: Working with South Texas Communities

The heart of our work at the Kate Marmion School of Public Health is community. We collaborate with partners throughout South Texas on research, experiential learning, and community events to improve the health of our region and contribute to the well-being of all.

 

 

Public Health Summit is coming April 6, 2026

Join the Kate Marmion School of Public Health and Bexar County Public Health for a dynamic, one-day Public Health Summit, held in observance of National Public Health Week 2026.

This essential event is designed to foster connection, dialogue, and action among public health practitioners, students, leaders, and community members dedicated to improving well-being across South Texas.

What to Expect

The Summit is your opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research, discuss local public health challenges, and collaborate on solutions that can make a tangible difference in our community.

  • Date: Monday, April 6, 2026
  • Location: UT San Antonio Downtown Campus

Theme

Health Begins Here: Community Wisdom, Collective Action

Submitting Abstracts

 for the 2026 Public Health Summit, produced by the  and Bexar County Public Health.

We are gathering community leaders, researchers, public health practitioners, educators, policymakers, and residents to exchange strategies, celebrate wins, and spark new collaborations.

Presentation Categories

  • Healthcare Access and Quality
  • Access to Good Schools and Educators
  • Jobs, Income, and Financial Security
  • Community Life and Support Systems
  • Neighborhoods, Housing, and Transportation

Presentation Formats

  • Oral Presentations – Symposium style or moderated panel (50 minutes)
  • Poster Presentations – Visual displays with opportunities for interactive discussion

Who Should Submit
We welcome contributions from a broad range of voices, including:

  • Community-based organizations and coalitions
  • Other groups partnering with community-based organizations, such as:
    • Public health practitioners and healthcare providers
    • Educators and policy advocates
    • Academic researchers and students
    • Residents and lived-experience experts

Abstract Guidelines

  • Abstracts may be submitted in Word, PDF, or video format
  • For video submissions, please limit the video to no more than 3 minutes
  • Word limit is 300 words, double-spaced and 12 size font
  • Structure requirements consist of title, background/purpose, methods/approach, results/findings, implications for community health
  • Citations and references are optional
  • Up to 1 figure and table may be included and do not count against the word limit
  • Indicate preferred track(s) and presentation format
  • No more than 2 abstracts per lead author may be submitted
  • For oral presentations that include symposia and panels, no more than 3 speakers per panel for a 50-minute session. Single speaker abstracts will be part of sessions that include 2 other speakers matched by the organizing committee by theme. 

Key Dates

  • Abstract Submission Deadline: January 30, 2026
  • Notification of Acceptance: February 16, 2025

How to Submit
Submit your abstract using this form: 

Questions? Contact: Shama Tajani, tajani@uthscsa.edu

Community Engagement