UofM SPH Attends Crump Boulevard Business Association Meeting Focused on Improving Downtown ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ
August 20, 2025 — Representatives from various City of ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ and Shelby County Government bureaus convened this month at the Crump Boulevard Business Association Meeting — a coordinated effort led by ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ Mayor Paul Young’s office — to address crime and blight issues on the southern end of downtown ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ.
During the meeting, Mr. Shular provided updates on the rise of student enrollment at the University of ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ School of Public Health (UofM SPH), as well as the groundbreaking work of the Tennessee Dementia West Hub ECHO Program that was launched at the University of ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ on June 4, 2025. The group also discussed new partnerships with organizations collaborating with UofM SPH and emphasized the critical need for student interns for the Spring 2026 semester to support ongoing public health initiatives.
This collaborative effort underscores the commitment of local government, academic institutions, and community partners to enhance safety and quality of life in downtown ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ.
Crump Boulevard Business Association members at Shelby Electric Company