Sue Jackson, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Health & Public Service Utah Valley University
Biography
Areas of Expertise
Accomplishments
Dean's Excellence Award for Service
College of Health and Public Service, 2018
Faculty Excellence Award
College of Health and Public Service, 2018
Outstanding Educator Award
College of Health and Public Service, 2020
Board of Trustee Award of Excellence
Utah Valley University, 2021
Education
University of Utah
Ph.D.
Public Health Education and Promotion
2009
Brigham Young University
M.P.H.
Public Health
2006
Brigham Young University
B.S.
Public Health
2004
Links
Media Appearances
Filling a gap: UVU opens new health clinic to serve community
Daily Herald online
2026-05-10
UVU College of Health and Public Health Dean Sue Jackson told the Daily Herald the facility will provide access to care for individuals and families who do not qualify for traditional assistance but still cannot afford care.
Sue Jackson, Ph.D., Named New Dean of College of Health and Public Service
UVU News online
2025-10-22
Utah Valley University (UVU) is pleased to announce that Sue Jackson, Ph.D., has been selected as the new dean of the College of Health and Public Service.
Jackson brings a dynamic vision for growth, collaboration, and the development of workforce-ready pathways that strengthen communities across Utah. Her leadership is rooted in a commitment to expanding access to health education and fostering partnerships that address critical statewide workforce needs.
UVU cuts ribbon on new dental hygienist training lab in Lehi
Utah Business online
2024-10-28
“The new clinic and increased student capacity will enable us to better meet community needs by educating more dental hygienists and providing low-cost dental care services,” said Sue Jackson, associate dean of UVU’s College of Health and Public Service (CHPS).
Articles
Familiarity with Diabetes as a Protective Factor for Severity of Condition at Type 1 Diabetes Diagnosis: The Need for More Secondary Prevention Methods in Public Health
ARC Journal of Diabetes and Endocrinology2019-01-01
The purpose of this research was to explore the relationship between parental familiarity with type 1 diabetes and their child’s condition at diagnosis.
A mixed method approach to understanding the factors surrounding delayed diagnosis of type one diabetes
Journal of Diabetes and its Complications2018-11-01
This study examined delayed type one diabetes (T1D) diagnosis, along with the associated severity markers, in the United States. Qualitative reflection was explored to add depth of understanding.
Eating Disorder Behavior as Normative for College Women
Annals of Public Health and Research2018-06-16
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the frequency of eating disorder behaviors among a normal-weight, non-eating disordered population of women.
