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In addition to the annual spring break trip to Grenada, PHAST provides students at the University of Michigan School of Public Health with an opportunity to apply their classroom learning to real-world public health challenges domestically each May.
Nemer Assi's family’s diversity has deeply influenced his personal growth and professional aspirations. Understanding and respecting diverse family structures and identities will be at the forefront of his work in public health, ensuring trust and respect guide his interactions with the families he serves.
Kim Luzius brings a wealth of experience in higher education administration, particularly in the realm of distance education. As the director of the Online MPH Program at the University of Michigan School of Public Health, she plays a crucial role in guiding future public health leaders all across the US.
As a student in the Global Health Epidemiology program at Michigan Public Health, Allison Baumgartner is taking the lead in tackling some of the most pressing health challenges in low and middle-income countries. Over spring break, she traveled with 14 of her classmates to Grenada, a trip organized by the Public Health Action Support Team. Then, she spent eight weeks in Araihazar, Bangladesh, during her summer internship and research collaboration with the University of Chicago Research Bangladesh.
Recognized for his advocacy, particularly for people of color, Darius Moore, MPH ’24, has been instrumental in leading seminars and conferences during his tenure at Michigan Public Health. Now a doctoral student in Health Behavior & Health Equity at Michigan Public Health, his work in HIV prevention has solidified his status as an exceptional individual poised to make a lasting impact.
Amani Abuelenain, a Master of Public Health student in Health Management and Policy from the University of Michigan School of Public Health, recently completed a summer internship with the Center for IPE. During her internship, she developed a passion for multidisciplinary teamwork and gained valuable experience in developing curriculum, operational work and relationship building.