MPH, Health Behavior Health Promotion (Tucson Campus)
"MEZCOPH offers multiple areas of study and I was able to chose my choice of area of study based on the classes I took at MEZCOPH as an undergrad and learn more about the graduate students experiences."
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Email:
blameman@email.arizona.edu
Hometown:Shiprock NM
Prior Degree(s):Bachelor's of Science in Public Health in Health Promotion at The University of Arizona Graduate Certificate in Foundations for Biomedical Science PhDs Serving in Indigenous Cultures at The University of Arizona
Before entering the program:I was completing a Graduate Certificate in Foundations for Biomedical Science PhDs Serving in Indigenous Cultures at The University of Arizona and working with the Navajo Healthy Stomach Project with Dr. Robin Harris.
Why did you choose public health?My interest in public health is I am passionate about making a difference with individuals and tribal communities through identifying the main causes of negative health outcomes among Indigenous people. I want to prevent illnesses and give tribal communities culturally competent approaches to eliminate health disparities.
Why did you choose MEZCOPH?I chose MEZCOPH because of the diverse professors and the incorporation of Indigenous professors and offering a few Indigenous courses that I have interest in.
Public health interests:Behavioral Health, Biostatistics, Cancer, Disease Prevention, Diabetes, Environmental Health, Epidemiology, Health Disparities, Health of Women, Children and Families, Health Promotion, Integrative Medicine, Native American Health, Nutrition & Diet, Obesity, Planning and Evaluation, Public Health Policy, Rural Health
Interests/hobbies outside of school:Hiking, biking, climbing, and eating delicious foods!
Tip for future students:Work hard in your classes and ask help from the TAs and professors. Also make sure you prioritize your mental and physical health while in school and work.
