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Academic Interests:
– Mental Health
– Wellness, Resilience, and Trauma
– BIPOC communities
Extra Curricular Activities:
– Founder, The ONE Together Project
– BSHES P2P Program
Hi, my name is Lindsey Burton-Anderson (she/her) and I am excited to be one of your Rollins Student Ambassadors this year! I am a second-year BSHES student. I am originally from Illinois, but I moved to Georgia to attend Emory University where I earned my B.A. in Sociology with an African Studies minor and graduated in 2021. At the beginning of the pandemic, I founded an initiative, The ONE Together Project, that provides care packages to students and their families who are disproportionately affected by COVID-19. My interests in public health pertain to mental health in communities of color with an emphasis on wellness, resilience, and trauma. Currently, I am a Program Assistant for the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program at Rollins as well as a Graduate Assistant for the Southeast MHTTC. Outside of school, I enjoy meditating, listening to music, and journaling. I look forward to sharing my experiences with you!
Hi! My name is Allison Tep (she/her/hers) and I am originally from Portland, OR. I graduated from Oregon State University in 2019 with an honors B.S. in Public Health and a minor in Biology. After graduation, I served as an AmeriCorps member and College Coach with a college access and success program for two years.
I am currently a second-year student at Rollins pursuing my studies in Behavioral, Social, and Health Education Sciences and a certificate in Social Determinants of Health. My public health interests are program development and evaluation, health disparities, and structural inequities. I aim to continue learning about how existing systems impact health and create inequities and how public health programs can support with reducing those disparities. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with friends and exploring different restaurants and parks in Atlanta. I am looking forward to meeting you all and sharing my experiences!
Academic Interests:
– Health Equity
– Social Determinants of Health
– Program Evaluation
– Minority Health
Certificate Program: Social Determinants of Health
Extra Curricular Activities
– Rollins Queer/Trans Collaborative
Academic Interests:
– Mental Health
– Healthcare
– Medicine
Certificate Program: Mental Health
Extra Curricular Activities:
– Emory Prevention Research Center
– Teaching Assistant
Hi, my name is Inaara Rajwani and I am in the Behavioral Social Education Sciences (BSHES) department. I am originally from Tampa, Florida and recently graduated from the University of South Florida where I majored in biomedical sciences and dual minored in chemistry and psychology. During my undergraduate program I was heavily involved in student wellness by being a healthcare advisor, an ambassador, and peer coach for students. Currently, I hold a graduate assistant position at Emory University School of Medicine that has peeked my interest in improving health education and access for people of color. I have always been passionate about the medical field and saw myself specializing in maternal health. I hope to use my master’s degree in providing medical advice and education towards gender-inclusive woman’s and reproductive health in marginalized communities. Outside of public health, I enjoy traveling, spending quality time with friends and family, going on hikes, and exploring restaurants in the greater Atlanta area.
Hi! My name is Katie Reilly, and I am a second-year student in the Behavioral, Social, and Health Education Sciences (BSHES) Department pursuing certificates in public mental health and social determinants of health (SDOH). I was born and raised in Lexington, Massachusetts, and graduated from Fairfield University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Arts in sociology and minors in health studies and women, gender, and sexuality studies. Prior to coming to Emory, I served with the Jesuit Volunteer Corps and the National Health Corps serving vulnerable populations as a community health assistant and patient navigator at a non-profit and a federally qualified healthcare center. My health interests include chronic disease prevention and management, health equity, and access to mental health services. I am currently a research assistant at Emory’s Prevention Research Center as a health coach for a Smoke-Free Homes study. During the summer between my first and second year I am interning with Community Advanced Practice Nurses (CAPN) focussing on increasing mental healthcare access to individuals experiencing homelessness in the Atlanta community. Outside of school, I enjoy watching sports, traveling when I am able to, and hanging out with friends and family!
Academic Interests:
– Mental Health Prevention
– Chronic Disease Prevention
– Healthcare for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness
Certificate Program: Social Determinants of Health; Mental Health
Extra Curricular Activities:
– GA Public Health Association
– Emory Mental Health Alliance
Academic Interests:
– Health Disparities
– Health Literacy
– Health Communication
Extra Curricular Activities:
– GA Public Health Association
– Graduate Muslim Student Council
– Rollins Student Government Association
Hi, my name is Hayat Geresu and I am a second-year student in the Behavioral Social Health Education Sciences (BSHES) department. I am originally from Ethiopia but have been in Atlanta for the past 8 years now during which time I double majored in Biology and Sociology at Emory University. My undergrad experience in public health related classes, and with healthcare access nonprofits serving disadvantaged communities helped me realize the importance of public health in improving the overall health of a community. My public health interests are in health equity, health promotion, and health communication. Currently, I work at Emory hospital as a patient transporter and as a program assistant for Georgia Gear. I am the incoming BSHES department representative, president of the Emory University chapter of the Georgia Public Health Association (GPHA), and treasurer for the Graduate Muslim Student Council (GMSC). My hobbies include traveling, swimming, watching tv shows, and reading fiction books.
Hello! My name is Sho Takeuchi (he/him). I am a 2nd-year BSHES MPH student. I am also a physician of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) from Japan.
Academic Interests:
– Older people
– People with disabilities
– Chronic disease
– Physical activity
Certificate Program: Social Determinants of Health
Extra Curricular Activities:
– Global Peer Network
– BSHES P2P Program
Academic Interests:
– Social Determinants of Health
– Housing and Homelessness
– Substance Use
– Health Care Access
– Health Education
– Health Policy
Certificate Program: Social Determinants of Health
Extra Curricular Activities:
– REAL
– Rollins Student Government Association (RSGA)
– Rollins Environmental Health Action Coalition (REHAC)
Hi, my name is MaryJo Schmidt (she/her/hers) and I am a first-year MPH student in the Behavioral, Social, and Health Education Sciences Department. I am completing a certificate in the social determinants of health. I grew up in the Midwest and attended Cornell College for my Bachelor’s Degree. Following graduation in 2020, I worked in social services connecting homeless youth (ages 16-24) with basic needs, community services, and housing resources. I am passionate about the social determinants of health and improving health education.
My name is Camryn Williams (she/her/hers) and I am a first-year MPH student in the BSHES department. I am Sierra Leonean American coming from Maryland where I attend Loyola University Maryland and received my Bachelors in Forensics and Biology. I discovered my passion for public health by way of various social justice work in understanding and having the privilege to work and learn alongside diverse communities. I’m excited to be at Rollins to feed off of my passions and learn how I can create impactful change for various communities.
Academic Interests
– Immigrant/Refugee Health with a focus on the Black migrant experience
– Intergenerational Trauma in African Diaspora Communities
– Opportunity Gaps within Urban Education
Extra Curricular Activities
– First Generation Advisory Board Member
– Association of Black Public Health Students (ABPHS) Member
Academic Interests:
– Health Equity
– Food Insecurity
– Nutrition
– Quantitative Analysis
Certificate Program: Social Determinants of Health
Extra Curricular Activities:
– Georgia Public Health Association (GPHA)
– Emory Reproductive Health Association (ERHA)
My name is Jessica Gerald (she/her/hers) and I am a first year MPH student in the BSHES Department completing a certificate in the Social Determinants of Health. Academically, I am most focused on health equity and food security. When I am not in class you can usually find me at the gym, trying out new restaurants, or exploring the nature around Atlanta!
My name is Elle Chumlongluk (she/her/hers) and I am a first-year MPH student in the BSHES department. I just graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Public Health, Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a minor in Health Disparities in Society. I hope to continue to combine my passion for social justice and infectious disease and work to explore ways to break down the barriers that bar underserved communities in my future career.
Academic Interests:
– Infectious Diseases
– Health Communications and Promotion
– Behavioral Theories
– Social Determinants of Health
– Health Disparities
Certificate Program: Infectious Disease Epidemiology
Academic Interests:
– Sexual and Reproductive Health and Justice
– Environmental Justice
– Social Determinants of Health
Certificate Program: Social Determinants of Health
Hi, my name is India Stevenson (she/her) and I am a first-year MPH student in the Behavioral, Social, and Health Education Sciences Department. I am completing a certificate in social determinants of health. I am a recent graduate from Emory University where I majored in Human Health. I grew up in Austell, Georgia (near Six Flags!). Outside of school, I like to spend my time painting, writing, and watching movies.
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