Center for PH-IDEAS
Experiential Learning Program: 2024 Spring

Program Goals and Objectives
PUBH 3130: Social Determinants of Health
- Research Writing
- Public Health Graphic Novel
- Academic Research PowerPoint
- ACT Prep Workshop
- CPR/AED Training
- Microsoft Excel Workshop
Student Outputs
Students delve into PUBH 3130: Social Determinants of Health, gaining a nuanced understanding of the field. They also develop expertise in data analysis through an Excel Certification Course, enabling them to drive informed decisions. For juniors with below 30 ACT scores, personalized tutoring ensures academic growth. Additionally, students become certified in lifesaving techniques like CPR w/AED, Stop the Bleed, and Narcan training, building their confidence and skills. They also conduct impactful research on social determinants of health, comparing Shelby County with Tennessee and the United States, and present their findings in a clear Excel document and engaging Research Summary PowerPoint. Finally, they create compelling public health graphic novels, showcasing their creativity and knowledge.
Unlock Your Potential
Students unlock their potential with our comprehensive program!
Improve Your Skills
Join us and watch the student’s skills and knowledge soar!
Program Session Timeline
| White Station High School Tuesdays: 3 PM to 5 PM |
January 16, 23, 30 February 6, 13, 20, 27 March 19 April 9, 16 |
| Virtual on Zoom Wednesdays 6 PM to 8 PM |
January 17, 24, 31 February 7, 14, 21, 28 March 20 April 10, 17 |
| FedEx Institute of Technology University of Memphis Saturdays 9 AM to 5 PM Sundays 2 PM to 5 PM |
January 20-21; 27-28 February 3-4; 10-11; 17-18; 24-25 March 2-3; 23-24 April 13-14; 20-21 |
Instructors
Sierra Harris, MPH
Adjunct Faculty Instructor, School of Public Health, the University of Memphis
Veverly Edwards, MFA
Assistant Professor of Teaching, Department of English, the University of Memphis
Fedoria Rugless, PhD
Senior Project Director
Queen Keskessa
Melissa Nichols, MBA
Lt. Colonel Ashley Williams
Cicely Odom
Tutor Memphis901
Graduate Assistants
Matthew Horton
Graduate Research Assistant
Elizabeth Butler
Graduate Research Assistant
