Public Health Buckeyes
Biomedical informatics student aims to grow research potential
Melanie Chen, MS, Biomedical Informatics
Melanie Chen is fueled by a passion for genetic science
BSPH student cultivates passion for community health
Mahrukh Naqvi, BSPH, Environmental Public Health
Muhrukh found public health to be a major with a comprehensive understanding of community health and pathway with multiple experiences and ways to get involved to shape her future.
PhD student strives to improve substance use treatment outcomes
Trevor Moffitt, PhD, HBHP
Drawing on previous experience and education, Trevor found the power of Ohio State's public health programs to apply his interests and expertise in mental health counseling to advance research for peer supporters.
Master of Health Administration student strives to make an impact for all patients
Nicole Vavro, MHA
After seeing clinical and structural inequities in health care firsthand, Nicole wanted to help reduce the barriers. Ohio State's MHA is helping strengthen her business and leadership skills to do just that.
Gates Scholar strives for excellence in education, research
Lamuel Bean, PhD, Epidemiology
Lamuel has high hopes to become a future leader in public health and have a major impact in resolving cardiovascular disease.
BSPH student assists mosquito monitoring and control
Amelia Soergel, BSPH, Environmental Public Health
Combining interests for public health and entomology, Amelia solidifies public health passion during three years of vector control internships at county environmental health department.
Online MPH student furthers passion for helping underserved communities
Olivia Nathan, MPH-PEP
A pharmacist in a health care desert, Olivia uses the knowledge and skills acquired in the Program for Experienced Professionals to better serve patients in the community she works.
Career changer pursues passions for public health
Natalie Hickman, BSPH, Environmental Public Health
Even after 18 years out of school, Natalie proves that it is never too late to pursue "a career where I can help people and make a difference."
