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Welcome to the Community Engagement Core

The FSU Clinical and Translational Science Award Program's Community Engagement Core works closely with a variety of partners, including other universities, government agencies, healthcare providers, non-profits, community leaders, and members. Our Community Research Coordinators have experience in public health and community engagement, helping connect researchers with the community.

We create educational programs based on what the community needs, such as the Learning Series for Community Leaders and Our Community, Our Health Town Halls. These programs aim to strengthen the community’s role in research, share important resources, and provide helpful health information.

The Community Engagement Core has worked on research projects across Florida, including studies on health and wellness involving people of different ages, genders, races, ethnicities, and income levels. These projects include everything from practical clinical trials to community-based research in rural, suburban, and urban areas.

Meet Our Community Research Coordinators

Our team of Community Research Coordinators are trusted connectors who serve as vital links between academic research and the communities we serve. Rooted in the neighborhoods they support, these coordinators work hand-in-hand with individuals, families, and local organizations to ensure that health initiatives are not only evidence-based but also culturally relevant and community-informed.

They engage in a wide range of activities—from building meaningful relationships and conducting health education to collecting and analyzing data that reflect the lived experiences of community members. Their work helps identify health needs, inform public health strategies, and co-create solutions that are both sustainable and impactful.

By amplifying community voices and fostering trust, our coordinators play a critical role in advancing health, improving access to care, and shaping research that truly reflects the needs and strengths of Florida's populations.

Learning Series for Community Leaders

The Learning Series for Community Leaders is a monthly educational series aimed at providing community leaders with valuable resources and knowledge to enhance community health, leadership, and overall well-being. The series will focus on a variety of relevant topics that impact communities, and each session will feature expert speakers, tools, and resources to help strengthen community resilience.

Learning Series for Community Leaders Archive

February's Session

Join us for the February session of the 2026 Learning Series for Community Leaders on the 25th from 12:00pm-1:00 pm. 

"S2S": Stress to Strength

This presentation will explore the dynamics of stress and resilience. It will focus on strategies for building mental, emotional, and social resilience. Topics covered will be understanding stress, defining resilience, and implementing coping strategies. We will also highlight the of the Mental Health Council of the Big Bend-ENGAGE committee's efforts in educating and engaging the community on mental wellness

Speakers:

• Nicole Everett

• Nancy O'Farrell

• Fran T. Close, Ph.D.

• Jared Melhado
  
  

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2025 Learning Series for Community Leaders

Participate in Research

Researchers at Florida State University conduct many types of studies, including clinical trials. Some focus on certain health conditions, while others need healthy volunteers. We invite you to learn about available studies at FSU!

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