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Employs both lecture and interactive formats to explore the nature of the public health policy process, including how policy is a reflection of knowledge, political will and social strategy. Through presentations by instructors and guest speakers, offers examples of public health policy development highlighting the intersection of science and politics. Deepens and enriches the learning process through field trip(s) that actively engage students with Washington, D.C. public health advocates and policy makers with varying policy roles and perspectives.