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Public health isn't just one thing—it really is everything! Everything around us relates to public health in one way or another. When young people in high school and undergraduate studies see how their interests relate to population-level health, it draws them in.
Kate Wilhelmi started her career in working with students as an educator. Now she’s empowering students on their journeys in public health, and helping them stay fit along the way.
Jody Gray’s career at Michigan Public Health began over 40 years ago, when she was just 19-years-old. Now, as the Program Administrator for our Summer Session in Epidemiology, she’s helping the school stay on the leading edge of public health.
As a member of the Michigan Public Health Community, Jenny Crawford has become actively involved in the school’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives by being an advocate for change and creating space for healthy discussion.
“Many of the perceived barriers should not slow us down. It can take courage to speak out, but as soon as you do, you realize you're surrounded by people who believe in the same things you do,” says Dudley.
The surge in studying public health is about public health’s own values. Students want to give back to their communities, to contribute. Promoting and improving population health is a rewarding goal and a career path.