Graduating MPH students
The Master of Public Health Program was excited to host the Public Health Sciences Fall Semester Poster Day last week. Ten Graduating MPH students presented their work from their Integrated Learning Experience (ILE).
“Being in the MPH program is great because it helps you truly understand how health works beyond just the hospital or clinic,” said Shagun Ghotra, one of the graduating students. “It shows you how policy, community, research, and prevention all connect.”
Courtney Williams noted, “Earning my MPH from the University of Virginia was a rewarding experience and I am grateful for the faculty who inspired and encouraged me in my career goals.”
Alexandria Herrera described her experience in the program, “I worked throughout the program as a part-time student, and the structure allowed me to earn my degree while continuing my work in oncology research. The faculty and staff at UVA are amazing, enthusiastic about public health, and always eager to help.”
All MPH students complete a final ILE project that demonstrates synthesis of MPH knowledge and skills developed over a 42-credit hour curriculum. Students select an ILE topic appropriate to their educational and professional goals, based on their program concentration and in consultation with an MPH Program Faculty advisor.
In the Research in Practice Concentration, students develop the knowledge and skills public health professionals and clinicians use to conduct research and create and evaluate programs. Students can choose to focus on quantitative and/or qualitative methods.
In the Health Policy, Law & Ethics Concentration, students explore the US healthcare and public health systems by developing and analyzing health-related policies and laws. Students utilize numerous methodological approaches, including quantitative, qualitative, economic, evaluation, and ethical analysis.
UVA MPH graduates are employed in consulting firms; health departments and other local, state, and federal agencies; health care delivery systems; and nonprofit community agencies. Some students pursue further education in medicine, law, business, or doctoral training in public health.
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