Teaching
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Forward Thinking: An Extraordinary Teacher Taps into Student Passion as She Helps Prepare Them for Careers in Public Health
Suzanne Cole
Suzanne Cole absorbs the energy and optimism of public health students and shares it right back with them, consistently creating an environment of positive energy in the classroom. She encourages students to consider how course materials connect to professional goals, sharpening both their intellectual curiosity and their passion for population health. Read more
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That Idea Stinks: Trust, Honesty, and the Importance of Team Science in Preventing Disease
Carl F. Marrs
Team science requires a lot of grit, says epidemiologist Carl Marrs. Collaborators have to trust each other enough to be straightforward and honest about their projects. Straight truth isn’t always easy on our emotions, but it is good for science. Science is a challenging endeavor, and the incredible teamwork led by Marrs and others means better health for all of us. Read more
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Serving, Leading, and Healing: Odysseys through the Desert and Beyond
Matthew L. Boulton
From the open desert of rural Nevada to locations across the globe, Matt Boulton's commitment to public health at all levels and his willingness to serve in a variety of contexts have kept him focused on the most meaningful things. Read more
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A Desire to Be More: How Public Health Connects Medicine to Patient Communities
Utibe Effiong, MPH ’14
At a young age, Utibe Effiong knew he wanted to help people, and he knew he wanted to do that as a physician. Because of his public health training, he knows that his interactions with individual patients have an impact on entire communities. Read more
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Living on the Growth Edge: New Frontiers for an Experienced Leader
Sharon L. R. Kardia
In her newly appointed role as Associate Dean for Education, Sharon Kardia prepares to take on innovative programs and practices with the trademark tenacity and enthusiasm she's become known for across the School of Public Health over the past two decades. Read more
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Supporting Education and Promoting Wellness
Kate Wilhelmi
Kate Wilhelmi started her career in working with students as an educator. Now she’s empowering students on their journeys in public health, and helping them stay fit along the way. Read more
