Hi, we're UPHA.
What is Public Health and why does it matter?
Public health saves lives.
Public health combats threats to health by implementing educational programs, developing policies, administering services, and conducting research. Over the last century, public health has led to increased life expectancies, world-wide reduction in infant and child mortality, and the elimination or reduction of many communicable diseases. (x)
"Public health" encompasses many goals.
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Improving global health.
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Preparing populations for possible outbreaks and making sure all people, regardless of nationality or economic status, have access to the resou​rces they need.
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Combatting environmental health issues.
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As more countries industrialize and larger countries continue to use fossil fuels, climate change continues to pose threats to the health of all people, especially those in especially vulnerable areas near the equator.​
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Addressing health disparities.
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Continuing to fight for equal and accessible health care for all people.​
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Learn more in Global Public Health and on ASPPH's website.
Who are we? 2020-2021 E-Board
Emily Scrementi, Co-President
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Emily is a senior majoring in political science and minoring in public health. She is interested in public policy and the intersection of health and education. (she/her)
Julia Sledzik, Co-President
Julia is a health science major and a part of the 4 + 1 BS/MPH program. She is from Jacksonville, FL., and is also a peer health educator through Peer Health Exchange. (she/her)
Katie Crowley, Vice President
Katie is a senior studying Behavior and Health in Sargent and minoring in Communication. She hails from a small town in Alaska, loves being outside, and is passionate about public health and public policy. (she/her)
Brandy Moser, Secretary
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Brandy is a senior majoring in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology & Nutrition. She is very interested in nutrition and food security. (she/her)
Anisha Erasani, Treasurer
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Anisha is a junior majoring in health science with a minor in computer science. She loves going to concerts and finding new places to eat. She is very interested in Epidemiology and health interventions in low income countries. (she/her)
Katie Barnes, Social Media Chair
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Katie is a junior studying Sociology with a minor in Urban Studies. She is most interested in the social determinants of health and mental health as public health. (she/her)
Tala Fahoum, Events Coordinator
Tala is a sophomore studying Health Sciences from the suburbs of Chicago. She is passionate about public health and is most interested in health services administration and environmental health! (she/her)