College of Public Health Alumni Society

College of Public Health Alumni Society

The mission of the College of Public Health Alumni Society (CPHAS) is to foster interactions between alumni and the College of Public Health with a focus on furthering the development of students in both their educations and future career paths.

Together we can assist in advancing the broader mission of The Ohio State University Alumni Association (OSUAA) through excellence and leadership in public health.

 

CPHAS Membership Levels

 

Alumni Membership

All CPH alumni are automatically granted the first level of membership. No dues necessary.

Benefits include:

  • Receiving newsletters and communications from the society
  • Invitations to special events
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Access to the college-only online directory
  • Career resources
  • Ability to nominate and vote in society elections
  • Ability to sit on a society committee

CPHAS and OSUAA Donor Membership

CPHAS and OSUAA donor members give a minimum $24 gift to the College of Public Health Alumni Society Fund.

With an annual gift of at least $150 or a monthly recurring gift of $10 to any CPH Fund, you will become a Life Donor Member in the Alumni Association.

Learn more about the Alumni Association donor member benefits.

 

CPHAS Board Members

 
Naomi Adaniya

Naomi Adaniya, '16 PhD, '10 MPH

Location: Columbus, OH

Question
What did you learn in your CPH program that has been useful to your career?

Answer
One of the first classes I took was Dr. Schweikhart's Information Systems for Health Services Organizations. It cemented in my mind that the success of any organization - not just in the healthcare industry - depends on their ability to manage the entirety of the data lifecycle and leverage technology to facilitate their workforce in making data-driven decisions.

Dania Ahmed

Dania Ahmed MPH ’17, BSPH ’13

Location: Canton, OH

Question
Why are you excited to lead the board this year?

Answer
I'm thrilled to be part of such a dynamic board - the diverse expertise and innovative thinking of my fellow members always leaves me inspired! Their creative ideas for advancing our alumni society are exciting, and I'm eager to amplify these initiatives to help drive our community forward. I believe that together we can strengthen our alumni network, enhance our outreach, and create meaningful impact.

Lori Mulichak MHA ’97

Location: Lewis Center, OH

Question
What is a fun fact about yourself?

Answer
I participated in Race Day at Charlotte Motor Speedway and got my 2021 Mustang Mach 1 up to 140 mph.

David Hibler

David A. Hibler, '20 MS

Location: Columbus, OH

Question
Why are you excited to join the board this year?

Answer
It gives me an opportunity to give back to the College of Public Health and to help improve things for future students.

Jason Marion

Jason W. Marion, '11 PhD, '10 MS

Location: Richmond, KY

Question
Why are you excited to join the board this year?

Answer
The Board keeps me connected to Ohio State and the College of Public Health. It allows me to learn and share about how the university is advancing to serve students, communities, Ohio, the world and everyone part of the Buckeye family.

Kaitlyn Jones with autumn leaves in the background

Kaitlyn Jones, MPH ’22, BSPH ’20

Location: Washington D.C.

Question
What is one of your favorite memories from your time at CPH?

Answer
One of my favorite memories of CPH has always been the physical space - the hallways filled with eager students to go to lectures, groups working on the whiteboard in the hallways, professors connecting with one another and leaving their doors open to students and their colleagues, open showcases of students' research. It was and continues to be such a magical place where people come to learn and feel inspired to create change in the world.

Laura Onianwa, BSPH ’21

Location: Columbus, OH

Question
Why are you excited to join the board this year?

Answer
I am excited to join fellow College of Public Health alumni in supporting CPH and being personally involved with the college in a new way. I am also looking forward to volunteering and hosting events for the OSU community and being able to introduce current students to the unique career paths former CPH students have taken.

Sahana Sundaram, BSPH ’18

Location: Miami, FL

Question
What is one of your favorite memories from your time at CPH?

Answer
Dr. Amy Acton's Introduction to Public Health course - the class that sparked my passion for public health.

Anthony Bowersock, MPH ’21

Location: Warsaw, OH

Question
What is a fun fact about yourself?

Answer
I am both a National Weather Service SKYWARN Weather Spotter as well as a CPR Instructor with the American Heart Association! I certainly enjoy the fast-paced environments that both have to offer, as well as the educational opportunities that each outlet provides.

Morgan Hammonds

Morgan Hammonds, MPH ’18, BSPH ’16

Location: Columbus, OH

Question
What is one of your favorite memories from your time at CPH?

Answer
Having people around you is important. Shortly after starting the MPH program and after a particularly difficult biostatistics class, a group of 3 women invited me to their table to work on the upcoming assignment with them. I am grateful for how close my cohort was. This group of women was a great support system during the program and continue to be my friends.

Claire Siebert

Claire Siebert, BSPH ’22

Location: Chapel Hill, NC

Question
What is one thing that you learned in your CPH program that has been useful in your career?

Answer
Public Health does not exist in a vacuum. It is a multidisciplinary field where various stakeholders, including healthcare providers, policymakers, researchers, and community members, must work together to address complex health issues. This interconnectedness is crucial for creating effective public health strategies.