Matthew S. Thiese, PhD, MSPH, Chief Operating Officer at RMCOEH, and director of the Occupational Injury Prevention Program, has been named a Fellow in the University’s Academy of Health Science Educators (AHSE). This recognition honors his sustained excellence in health sciences education, educational leadership, and scholarly contributions to teaching and learning.
The AHSE brings together faculty from across the University of Utah’s health sciences programs to promote innovation, collaboration, and evidence-based teaching. Fellows are selected for their impact on academic excellence and their leadership in developing the next generation of health professionals. Dr. Thiese’s selection reflects a career dedicated to advancing the quality and reach of occupational and environmental health education at both institutional and national levels.
At RMCOEH, Dr. Thiese has been a key leader in curriculum development, graduate education, and student mentorship. His efforts have consistently strengthened the Center’s academic mission, shaping field-based and classroom instruction to meet evolving workforce needs. His work has prepared numerous students for impactful careers in occupational health, and his election to the Academy further underscores the value and visibility of these contributions.
As a member of the AHSE, Dr. Thiese will contribute to interdisciplinary initiatives aimed at enhancing educational quality across the University’s health sciences programs. His participation will support expanded faculty development opportunities and foster new collaborations that benefit RMCOEH’s teaching and training efforts. This distinction not only affirms his achievements but also enhances RMCOEH’s role in advancing health sciences education on a broader scale.
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