Disease, Pandemics, and Public Health in the United States

Disease, Pandemics, And Public Health in the United States is a combined virtual and in-person NEH Summer Institute for thirty college and university educators, hosted at The Ohio State University. We will explore how infectious disease outbreaks shaped American history; how public health institutions developed; and how political, economic, cultural, and ideological factors have influenced efforts to prevent disease and promote health. We will experiment with innovative ways of teaching and learning about disease and health in historical context, from games and graphic novels to walking tours and cartoons; and learn how to develop pedagogy to build community among students.