College of Public Health presents Hall of Fame 2023 Honoring promising and distinguished public health leaders

Invited guests are encouraged to attend the annual UK College of Public Health's 2023 Hall of Fame. This event honors promising and distinguished public health alumni and leaders across different award categories, joining a rich history spanning approximately 20 years.

The ceremony honors alumni and leaders who have exhibited service in the area of public health. The awards are presented to each inductee as a way to honor their contributions to the field of public health, hospital or health system leadership, health outcomes, and/or population health.

This year's awards include:

• Promising Leader Award is bestowed upon an individual who graduated from the UK College of Public Health within the last 5 years and has laid the foundation for a promising career in public health, hospital or health system leadership, health outcomes, and/or population health.

• Distinguished Leader Award is bestowed upon an individual who graduated from the UK College of Public Health more than 5 years ago and has demonstrated perseverance and excellence in their career in public health, hospital or health system leadership, health outcomes, and/or population health.

• Hume Medallion Award serves as the UK College of Public Health's highest award and will be granted to an outstanding public health practitioner or organization. Criteria includes exceptional service to the nation, Commonwealth of Kentucky, University of Kentucky, or College of Public Health. The recipient of this award does not need to be alumni.