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Now More Than Ever: Inspiring the Next Generation of Public Health Leaders
April 8 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

In celebration of National Public Health Week, we held a thoughtful discussion titled, Now More Than Ever: Inspiring the Next Generation of Public Health Leaders.
This was a unique opportunity for current, future, and newly admitted public health students to engage with faculty and peers as we explored the significance of public health in a rapidly changing world.
Fellow students shared their stories about why they chose the field and how they plan to make a difference.
A passionate group of public health faculty also shared their expertise and engaged in a dynamic conversation about the importance of public health and the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the profession.
Key Takeaways:
- Inspiration for the Future: The event motivated students to join and continue their public health education and inspire them to make a lasting impact in the field as well as discuss strategies for supporting public health efforts.
- Personal Stories from Students: Students shared their journeys into public health and their goals for making an impact.
- Insights from Public Health Faculty: A diverse group of faculty discussed current challenges and opportunities shaping the future of public health.
MODERATOR

Omari Richins, MPH, Founder & CEO, The Public Health Millennial
PANELISTS

Elizabeth Chen, PhD, MPH, Associate Professor, Department of Health Behavior, & Health Behavior MPH Concentration Lead, UNC Gillings School of Global and Public Health

Darrell Hudson, PhD, MPH, Professor and Chair, Department of Health Behavior and Health Equity, University of Michigan School of Public Health

Dylan Roby, PhD, Chair & Professor of Health, Society, and Behavior, UC Irvine Joe C Wen School of Population and Public Health

Enbal Shacham, PhD, MEd, Associate Dean for Research, Professor of Behavioral Science and Health Equity, St. Louis University College for Public Health and Social Justice

Eva Silvestre, PhD, MA, Associate Dean & Associate Professor, Tulane University Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine