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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

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PANELISTS

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

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

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

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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

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

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