PhD, Environmental Health Sciences (Tucson Campus)
"I am so grateful for the guidance and encouragement I have received from my mentors and friends at MEZCOPH who have pushed me to work hard and think even harder."
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Email:
amilajo@email.arizona.edu
Hometown:Tucson, AZ
Prior Degree(s):BS Anthropology, University of Arizona; MPH Environmental Health Sciences, Columbia University.
Before entering the program:After I completed my MPH in 2016, my family and I stayed in New York and I took two years to be home with my son while my husband finished his residency.
Why did you choose public health?I chose to go into public health because I believe that health is a human right, and health inequities that burden entire populations can be addressed through research and preventative measures.
Why did you choose MEZCOPH?I chose MEZCOPH because of the amazing faculty and staff who immediately made me feel inspired and supported.
Public health interests:Biostatistics, Cancer, Environmental Health, Epidemiology, Genetics, Health Disparities, Health of Women, Children and Families, Hispanic Health, Infectious Disease, Native American Health, Occupational Health
Dissertation:Exposure to per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances and associated health effects in firefighters.
Interests/hobbies outside of school:I like to hike in the desert, run while listening to podcasts, bake all things sourdough, and attempt to keep my garden and plants alive.
Tip for future students:Find your "why", your purpose, and joy in what you do. And don't give up when learning is hard, because that's when you're doing important work.
