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From silos to synergy: Strengthening Ypsilanti's community network

Fransisca Anozie

Fransisca Anozie, a second-year MPH student, explains her internship research and highlights the need for stronger collaboration among Ypsilanti’s health organizations to break down silos, streamline services, and improve overall community health.

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My experience testifying against Louisiana's fluoride ban

Alicia Even

During an internship, Master's student Alicia Even testified against a bill aiming to ban water fluoridation in Louisiana, helping ensure continued access to this crucial oral health measure for residents facing dental care shortages.

Farhia Ahmed Mohamed stands in front of Senator Elissa Slotkin's office in Washington, DC.

Bridging science and policy: My journey to Capitol Hill

By Farhia Ahmed Mohamed

Farhia Ahmed Mohamed, MPH student, met with science policy experts, congressional staffers, and advocacy leaders in DC to explore how the federal budget affects research funding, how to communicate science effectively, and how to navigate the world of policymaking.

Darrell Hudson

Remembering my why

Darrell Hudson

At a time when grants are being defunded and equity-focused offices are being eliminated, health equity researcher Darrell Hudson reflects on the “why” behind his work.