Ashley Clark Daly, 1st Year Epidemiology MSPH For many, the word epidemiology brings to mind thoughts of hazmat suits, outbreaks, and microscopic pathogens. However, while infectious disease epidemiology is very important, chronic disease epidemiology is an exciting and expanding field I encourage you to consider! According to the CDC, chronic diseases now account for 6 …
Apply for REAL, but Don’t Limit Yourself
Taylor Chambers, 1st Year Epidemiology Student When I was admitted to Rollins, I was thrilled to see that my financial aid package included a REAL award (although, I wasn't entirely sure what that meant at the time). However, I didn't end up accepting a REAL position. Over the summer, I began my search for jobs …
Anna’s Experience Working at the CDC: Ebola and Viral Hepatitis
Anna Tate, 2nd-year Global Health Student As I’m wrapping up my final semester at Rollins, I wanted to share with you some of the experiences I’ve had outside of the classroom, particularly at the CDC, as I know many of you will be interested in working there during your time at Emory. CDC, Office of Public …
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