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BYU Professor Ray Merrill Receives Prestigious Beatty Award

April 03, 2025 01:30 PM
Brigham Young University public health professor Ray Merrill received the Beatty Award from the Utah Public Health Association on Thursday, April 3.
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BYU Student’s Leap of Faith Leads to Competitive MPH Program

April 01, 2025 01:03 PM
Two semesters ago, Ellie Jacob switched her major to public health. Two weeks ago, she was accepted into the highly competitive BYU 4 +1 Master of Public Health program.
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Anna Ott Amplifies Public Health Voices Through “The Health Collective” Podcast

March 11, 2025 01:58 PM
Despite graduating from Brigham Young University, Anna Ott continues to fuel her passion for learning through her podcast, The Health Collective.
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Empowering Families: Jennifer Benson’s Dedication to Public Health

March 04, 2025 12:53 PM
Public Health is an integral part of Jennifer Benson's identity. Through it, she has created long-term solutions that empower individuals to make better decisions for themselves and their families.
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Bringing Public Health Home: Rachel Townsend’s Journey

February 18, 2025 12:48 PM
Rachel Townsend, a BYU Master of Public Health alumna, is bringing public health back to local communities by creating change in her own backyard.
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Bridging Public Health and Hospital Administration: Sarah Harward’s Path to Leadership

February 07, 2025 12:12 PM
Since graduating from Brigham Young University’s public health department in 2023, Sarah Harward has found a career at the intersection of public health and hospital administration.
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From Research to Action: Addressing Brick Kiln Workers’ Needs in Nepal

February 04, 2025 01:00 PM
For the past three years, Jim Johnston has been conducting research in Nepal to develop policies aimed at protecting brick kiln workers.
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BYU and Beyond: Parker Willis's Public Health Journey

January 30, 2025 11:27 AM
As Parker Willis nears the end of his time in BYU’s Public Health Department, he reflects on the journey that led him to where he is today.
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From Labs to Lives: BYU Student Amanda Carlson’s Public Health Journey

January 27, 2025 10:09 AM
Currently studying health science at BYU, Amanda Carlson is dedicated to applying public health principles to her future endeavors.
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The Connection Between Belonging and Public Health

January 21, 2025 01:01 PM
Current Public Health Associate Professor, Alisha Redelfs, has connected belonging to a public health perspective, implementing mentorship across Brigham Young University.
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