Our Alumni

Our alumni share how they came to study public health and how their current roles are making a difference in the field.

Community Health and Health Behavior MPH

“I had never imagined myself being part of such a diverse group of students working and studying together to improve the health of this nation."

8/28/19

Ashish Arora, MPH

"Many volunteer, research assistant and internship positions were readily available to students seeking opportunities for professional development."

7/31/18

Victoria Hall, MPH

“I chose to attend UB because of the cutting-edge research opportunities that are available to students."

12/14/18

Meredith Eggert, MPH

“The school's ties to the WNY community provided opportunities to make connections that helped me both during and after graduate school.”

7/31/18

John Gaeddert

"Through the field training experience, I was able to gain a much clearer picture of what I wanted to do with my degree."

12/16/19

Christine Kemp, MPH

Community Health and Health Behavior PhD Alumni

"My UB experience provided me with the knowledge and skills that I needed to pursue the academic career of my dreams.”

12/14/18

Erin Ellis, PhD

“My professors were excellent and brought out my very best while allowing me the room to explore my individual interests.”

12/5/19

Sarah Cercone Heavey, MPH, PhD

“The quality of mentorship, opportunities to conduct cutting-edge research and the emphasis on career preparedness were outstanding.”

7/31/19

Phil Smith, MS, PhD