ASPPH congratulates Dr. Linda Alexander, our Chief Academic Officer, on receiving the esteemed Hume Medallion Award from the University of Kentucky’s College of Public Health. This accolade celebrates Dr. Alexander’s exceptional dedication to the field of public health, her influential career in academia, and her unwavering commitment to advancing health equity.

The Hume Medallion, the highest honor bestowed by the University of Kentucky’s College of Public Health, recognizes individuals who demonstrate extraordinary service, leadership, and achievement in improving the health and well-being of populations. Dr. Alexander’s selection for this award underscores her remarkable contributions to public health education and her impact in addressing critical issues in health and tobacco-related disparities.

Dr. Alexander brings more than 35 years of experience and a deep passion for mentoring the next generation of public health professionals to her work with ASPPH. She has consistently championed innovative approaches to teaching, fostering collaborative environments, and embedding principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion across public health initiatives.

The ASPPH community celebrates Dr. Alexander’s outstanding achievements and her enduring impact on the discipline of public health. Her recognition with the Hume Medallion Award reflects the exemplary values of leadership, innovation, and service that guide the mission of ASPPH and public health professionals everywhere.

Congratulations, Dr. Alexander, on this well-deserved honor.