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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.