Public Health Buckeyes
MPH-VPH student focused on vector-borne diseases in marginalized communities
Tahirah Jones, Veterinary Public Health
Tahirah Jones reflects on background in environmental health, commitment to health equity
BSPH student uses advocacy to improve social, health equity
Neha Checka, BSPH, Public Health Sociology
BSPH student Neha Checka is passionate about social and health equity. Through her advocacy and volunteer work she has witnessed the impact of health care disparities and was drawn to public health to make a difference in health policy that can result in improvements in equity and access to health care for underprivileged populations.
PhD student explores link between tobacco use, health care access
Andreas Teferra, PhD, Epidemiology
Andreas found Ohio State to be a great fit for his research interests in tobacco use and regulation. Its diverse student body, access to abundant resources and location in a vibrant, multicultural city were icing on the cake.
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.
