Practice

Rebecca Prevots

Data in Action: Alum Lauded for Success in Mentoring Uses Epidemiology Research to Serve

Rebecca Prevots

“As an epidemiologist, these traditional tools for collecting, organizing, and interpreting data are our bread and butter—What diseases are out there? Who is getting them? Why are they getting sick?” Prevots says. “Public health is all about data in action, and we want to do research that ultimately has an impact on clinical practice and policy.”

Pamela Pugh

Perseverance: Turning Challenge into Opportunity

Pamela Pugh

Michigan Public Health alum Pamela Pugh was appointed chief health advisor to the city of Flint earlier this year. An outside observer might assume a clear path from an advanced degree in public health to this role. But Pugh’s story of what brought her to her current position is filled with challenge, perseverance, and unending dedication.

Abdullah Hammoud

The Unexpected Politician

Abdullah Hammoud

Honoring a family member’s legacy leads to a surprising change in plans for a recent Michigan Public Health graduate.