What Students Are Saying
 “I recently had the privilege to attend the IASLC 2019 World Conference on Lung Cancer
(WCLC 2019) in Barcelona, Spain. My experience attending this conference was valuable
to my time here in graduate school. I was able to present my research and receive valuable feedback on methodology and interpretation of my results in
a real world context. The most meaningful aspect of this conference was enhancing
my networking skills through meeting renowned experts in the lung cancer field. World
leaders in lung cancer research were in attendance including physicians, nurses, researchers,
scientists, patients, and advocates. It was inspiring to realize that we all had the
same mission: to improve the conditions of lung cancer treatment and awareness around
the globe. I was also able to learn from their current works to improve my research
skills by gaining insight into new hypotheses to investigate. Along with improving
my research skills, I thoroughly enjoyed the personal and social aspects of exploring
the Catalan culture and its rich history. The multidisciplinary and cross-cultural
nature of the conference fully captured the essence of public health. If it were not
for the University of Memphis School of Public Health Epidemiology program, I would
not have been able to participate in this wonderful opportunity.”-Meghan Meadows-Taylor, MPH Epi PhD student |
 “I chose the University of Memphis School of Public Health because of their commitment
to an integrated and upstream approach to community-level public health issues. As
someone earning dual Master's degrees, I am thrilled to be a part of the SPH here
because of the value the professors place on collaboration. This collaborative approach
is demonstrated in the classroom, through advising, as a part of the SPH Interdisciplinary
Case Competition, and much more.”-Rebecca Johnson MPH Class of 2019 |
 “The University of Memphis School of Public Health has expanded my worldview and provided
me with the tools necessary to make a positive impact on my community's health. The
health systems and policy concentration courses helped me combine my passions for
policy and upstream change with concrete skills for better understanding and improving
health systems. All human systems impact health, and my experience in the MPH program
has been invaluable in helping me understand how to advocate for changing those systems.”-Brigid Welsh JD/MPH student |
| “From the moment I walked through the door and met the faculty, I knew the University
of Memphis's MHA program was where I was meant to be. Not only do the faculty come
from a wide range of academic backgrounds, but each provides a unique perspective
on the healthcare industry. Even greater, each member of the faculty is wholeheartedly
invested in our professional development and success as early careerists. I believe
that the U of M's MHA program provided me with an excellent education in the classroom
while simultaneously fostering my professional development and growth out in the community.
Through vigorous academic enrichment and by gaining real-world, first-hand experience
outside of the classroom, I feel highly equipped to surpass expectations in my next
role as an Administrative Fellow. I also truly believe I have made friendships and
built relationships that will last a lifetime.” -Annie Key MHA student |