Michigan State University President Kevin M. Guskiewicz, Ph.D., today, announced the One Team, One Health initiative, a bold and strategic vision for MSU Health Sciences that will harness the university’s educational, research and clinical assets, while bolstering stronger connections between MSU’s human, animal and environmental health programs as well as better prepare the next generation of providers.

The initiative, still in the planning stages, is the result of a seven-month assessment of the university’s health sciences structure conducted by the Health Sciences Council appointed by Guskiewicz in July 2024. 

“Michigan State is uniquely positioned to lead and shape the future of medical education and biomedical research through integration and collaboration,” said Guskiewicz. “One Team, One Health will catalyze new opportunities for students, faculty, researchers and staff in ways that will elevate our reputational excellence as a leading global public research university. Through the creation of forward-thinking medical education and research programs, we have an opportunity to address health care workforce shortages in both Michigan and the nation — and equip the next generation of providers to meet society’s unmet and evolving needs and provide the highest quality care.”

The Health Sciences Council was convened to guide and support the organization of MSU health entities, including curriculum, interprofessional education, clinical care, and biomedical and public health research. Work began in July 2024, and the council’s process included weekly meetings, retreats, a survey and a town hall webinar.