Tag: Q&A
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Q&A with Online MPH program student Zyna Bakari: Finding community and confidence while working to advance health equity and anti-racism
Zyna Bakari found the perfect fit in the Online Master of Public Health program with its supportive cohort, focus on social justice, and flexibility that allowed her to work at the UW’s center for Anti-racism and Community Health.
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HSPop faculty Gary Chan discusses landmark study to improve AANHPI cardiovascular health and chronic disease data
In a new Q&A with the School of Public Health, Chan shares the importance of this research initiative and its potential public health impact, what is needed to improve health equity among AANHPI populations, and his advice for future public health leaders who want to improve AANHPI health outcomes.
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Judy Simon launches new book “Getting to Baby: A Food-First Fertility Plan” with Whole U Q&A
According to clinical instructor Judy Simon, the stigma surrounding infertility persists. Simon’s new book “Getting to Baby: A Food-First Fertility Plan” offers practical, scientifically grounded advice for hopeful parents-to-be.
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Bradywood reflects upon first year as Washington State Board of Nursing Executive Director
In May, HSPop Alum Alison Bradywood took over as Executive Director of the Washington State Board of Nursing. She has continued to advocate for nurses and patients in this role, including by drafting the HB 2416: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Title Protection, which Governor Inslee signed into law on April 3rd.
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Omid Bagheri Garakani has a passion for health justice and equity
Since a young age, Garakani has been interested in how health impacts not only individuals but their larger communities. After earning his bachelor’s, he knew that he wanted to keep learning. Hear more from Garakani.
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Tommy McAuliffe is helping people who are experiencing poverty, mental health crises, and substance use disorders
While working as a firefighter and EMT, McAuliffe saw the significant effort to help those experiencing mental health and substance abuse issues, as well as extreme poverty. McAuliffe wanted to earn an MPH to understand the bigger picture. Hear more from McAuliffe.
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Lee Hicks has a passion for global health
Hicks developed an interest in international work early in her academic career. During her experience at organizations providing youth education and HIV/AIDS peer education, she realized global health is the field for her. Hear more from Hicks.
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Muhammad Alsayid is advancing his career in health care research
After completing his medical residency, Alsayid knew health care research was the direction he wanted to go. He shares about how the Online MPH program helped accelerate his career into research.
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Anu Asnani is developing and evaluating care coordination programs
The UW Online MPH program helped Asnani gain the skills she needed to advance her career, including leadership, time management and public speaking skills. Hear more from Asnani.
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Glenda Monterroza is advancing health equity through philanthropy
Monterroza was working at Kaiser on grants, community health collaboratives, and health promotion events when she caught the public health “bug.” She decided she wanted to pursue her MPH. Hear more from Monterroza.