Global Issues in Public Health with Yumary Ruiz Global Issues in Public Health
Location: Puebla, Mexico
Tentative Dates: January 5 - 19, 2014
Examine the impact of transnational migration on issues of community public health in Puebla, Mexico, a state of particular relevance to New York as more than half of Mexican immigrants in New York City are natives of Puebla.
This course provides students interested in immigrant and international health an opportunity to examine the impact of migration on health. The geographic focus of this class is Puebla, Mexico; a state of particular relevance to New York as more than half of Mexican immigrants in New York City originate from Puebla. Students attend lectures and seminars on a variety of issues including: major factors affecting Poblano health, traditional health practices, and aspects of Mexico's general health care system. Additionally, students visit various public health and health care sites such as hospitals, clinics, and community based organizations. During these visits students meet with key health officials who are driving health initiatives and residents whose communities are being impacted by migration. This program is run in coordination with faculty and staff from the Universidad Popular Autonoma del Estado de Puebla (UPAEP).
Puebla is located in central Mexico, two hours by bus from Mexico City. It is one of the safest cities in Mexico and has remained largely unaffected by narcotics-related violence.
Graduate students are encouraged to apply for this program. Qualified upper-level undergraduates (seniors with 96+ earned credits only) with related course work may be considered and will require approval from the faculty director as well as their advisor.
Course
PUHE-GE 2317 - Global Issues in Public Health (3 Points)
Offered through Department of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health
Draft of 2010 course syllabus: E33.2317.095
Faculty
Yumary Ruiz, PhD, Clinical Assistant Professor & Public Health Internship Director, Department of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health
Accommodations
Students will stay in a hotel in downtown Puebla, arranged by our office.
Your accommodation arrangements are included in your Housing and Activity Fees.
Group accommodation dates correspond with the program dates listed above. 
Costs
2013 Graduate Tuition: $1367 per point plus registration and services fees
If an undergraduate participant enrolls in an undergraduate course number, his/her tuition will reflect the current undergraduate cost per point. 2013 Undergraduate Tuition: $1159 per point plus registration and services fees.
This course counts toward your Spring 2013 courseload and tuition.
2013 Housing Fee: $600
2013 Activity Fee: $300
The final Housing and Activity Fee payment is due to the Office of Academic Initiatives and Global Programs by November 20, 2013. Tuition for the course is separate and will be due based on the Bursar's Payment Schedule for Spring 2014. (click here for Bursar's Payment Deadline Dates)
International Airfare is not included. Students must purchase their own tickets.
Recommended Airfare Search Engines: Vayama, Kayak, Bing
Flight, Travel, and Visa Information
Flight: Students book their own travel to coincide with program dates. Students should expect to arrive on Sunday, January 5th with a departure on Sunday, January 19th.
There are direct flights from New York to Puebla (Hermanos Serdan Puebla Airport -- PBC), or students can fly into Mexico City International Airport (MEX) and take a 90-minute bus to Puebla.
"Estrella Roja" (Red Star) is the bus line that runs every 30 minutes between Mexico City's airport and Puebla. The last busto Puebla departs at 11PM. Schedules can be found at http://www.estrellaroja.com.mx/. "Estrella Roja" offers service to two terminals in Puebla: the CAPU (Central de Autobuses de Puebla) and the more convenient "4 Poniente". The approximate cost for the bus ticket is $17 USD or 170 Mexican Pesos.
Passport: Valid passport required for US citizens. Please note that your passport must have at least six months validation beyond the day of the intended entry into the country of travel. All other passport holders should check with their respective travel requirements.
Visa: No visa is required of US citizens. All other passport holders should check with their respective visa requirements.
Helpful Links: Mexican Embassy, US State Department, Center for Disease Control, Lonely Planet Guide
Weather
Warm, sunny days (70º-80º F, or 21º-26º C) and chilly nights (40º-50º F, or 5º-10º C) mean you'll need layers of clothing. There is almost no precipitation from November through March.
Helpful links: BBC Weather
For More Information
Academic Content: Dr. Yumary Ruiz, Department of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health, 35 West 4th Street, 10th fl, New York, NY 10003-6677; (212) 998-5456; yr24@nyu.edu
Program Administration: Office of Academic Initiatives and Global Programs, The Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development, New York University, 82 Washington Square East, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10003-6680; (212) 992-9380; steinhardt.global@nyu.edu