UGHE Student Studies Soil-Related Disease Afflicting Farmers
Posted on Apr 23, 2019
When Dr. Ursin Bayisenge realized little was known about a tropical disease afflicting Rwanda farmers, and 4 million people worldwide, he set out to learn more.
Our Most-Read, Watched, and Shared Posts of 2022
Posted on Dec 2, 2022
Our top blog stories, social posts, and videos covered the legacy of Dr. Paul Farmer, emergency response, and more
Innovation: Research Training Program Creating Opportunities for Rwanda Health Leaders
Posted on Sep 21, 2020
PIH and Harvard Medical School have provided research mentoring and resources to more than 50 health workers in Rwanda over the past five years, working to overcome systemic barriers.
Global Students Reflect on Upcoming School Year Amid COVID-19
Posted on Sep 10, 2020
As the school year approaches, PIH reached out to students in our social support programs to learn about their hopes, dreams and concerns for the upcoming year.
PIH Remembers Life And Legacy of Trustee Mitchell Adams
Posted on Aug 21, 2020
Mitchell's years-long support for PIH reflects his lifelong advocacy for health care as a human right and solidarity with marginalized groups at home and abroad.
UGHE Graduation: Scholar Gloria Igihozo Reflects on Activism, Equity
Posted on Aug 7, 2020
Gloria Igihozo was this year's recipient of a UGHE scholarship for students who demonstrated a clear commitment to advancing the status of women and serving the most vulnerable.
UGHE Graduation: Scholar Lisa Berwa Talks About Holistic Approach to Health
Posted on Aug 7, 2020
One Health Scholarship recipient Lisa Berwa will be one of 28 students to graduate Sunday from the northern Rwanda university. She said an integrated approach to health policies can "elevate the people you are serving."
Research: Rwanda Referral Program Saving Cancer Patients’ Lives
Posted on May 29, 2020
Clinicians at PIH-supported Butaro District Hospital provided access to vital radiotherapy at a time when none was available in the country.
Caring for a Campus: Nurse Andre Ndayambaje Leading Health Services at UGHE
Posted on May 12, 2020
As health services coordinator, the 2019 alum is providing mental and physical checkups for the nearly 100 staff, students, and faculty living on the university’s campus in northern Rwanda.
UGHE Student Mothers Balancing Studies and Family, Amid COVID
Posted on May 9, 2020
For Mother's Day, three future global health leaders at the northern Rwanda university share stories of tough decisions, and perseverance, amid the pandemic.