Ohio State has so much to offer — whether it be research opportunities, student organizations, shadowing and work opportunities, or the phenomenal network of alumni....[If] you can find where you want to invest your time and energy, then invest it fully, it will be very rewarding.

I was drawn to Ohio State because of its approach to public health, which is one that’s inclusive of many disciplines. This has led me to work and interact with people from various backgrounds, which I believe leads to creative research and solutions to public health problems.

The knowledge I’ve gained from my public health classes has already had a tremendous impact on my life. I apply concepts I’ve learned in the classroom to my work every single day. I believe I’ll be well prepared for a career in public health, and my future will be heavily influenced by the professors I’ve had and classes I’ve taken at Ohio State.

Public health is rewarding because you can identify societal issues of interest to you and explain their impact on the health and well-being of individuals and communities. The wide reach and interconnectedness of the field is amazing.