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John Hoornbeek is a Professor of Health Policy & Management at Kent State University's College of Public Health. He also serves as Director of the Center for Public Policy and Health and is a Faculty Affiliate at the Center for Ecology and Natural Resource Sustainability. With over 35 years of experience in environmental, water, and public health policy, his career spans federal, state, and local government roles, including positions with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Wisconsin State Legislature, and Milwaukee County Department of Health.
Education:
- B.A. in Liberal Arts, Beloit College (1981)
- M.A. in Public Policy & Administration, University of Wisconsin-Madison (1986)
- Ph.D. in Political Science, University of Pittsburgh (2004)
Research focuses on environmental policy, public health governance, intergovernmental relations, and collaborative management strategies. Key areas include water pollution policy (e.g., harmful algal blooms in Lake Erie), health department consolidation, and community care coordination models. He has authored over $5 million in externally funded projects, emphasizing practical policy solutions.
Publications reflect interdisciplinary engagement with themes like watershed management, chronic illness interventions, and fiscal impacts of healthcare restructuring. His work bridges academic research with real-world policy implementation, particularly in Ohio and the Great Lakes region.
Professional contributions include leadership in policy research centers and advisory roles on environmental and public health initiatives. Ongoing efforts address systemic challenges in governance, resource allocation, and sustainable environmental management.
