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This course aims to equip learners with an understanding of the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health by introducing them to the concepts and principles underlying the practice of One Health as an approach to address complex public health problems. Using issues such as antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and emerging infectious diseases (referred to as Disease X), learners will explore the social, clinical and public health challenges of studying novel, emerging threats. The course will equip learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to tackle these threats by providing a global-to-local lens through a dynamic mix of lectures, group activities, case studies, expert guest sessions/panel discussions, and gamified learning experiences which foster critical thinking and problem-solving. Throughout the course, learners will experience the thrills and difficulties associated with designing and implementing integrated, equitable, and effective health interventions, by sampling real-world experiences from global health exemplars. This is a Gordis Teaching Fellowship course. Priority registration is given to Public Health Studies majors. Other students will be permitted to register as space allows.