Both my educational journey and the meaningful friendships I’ve formed along the way have profoundly shaped who I am, and who I’m becoming, as a more strategic, collaborative, and impactful public health leader in rural Appalachia.
Moreover, I’ve learned about the role of power in public health and the ability to influence change through co-learning:
From Saleena Brownell, I’ve learned about the power of friendships and learning networks.
From Yinchen Song, I’ve learned about the power of integrity.
From Meron Abebe, I’ve learned about the power of resource-sharing.
From Hannah Miller, I’ve learned about the power of community.
From Emily Adam, I’ve learned about the power of research and literature.
From Tyjuana Atkinson, I’ve learned about the power of leading with kindness.
From Kelsey Giroux-Maule, I’ve learned about the power of preparation.
From Rexanne Greenstreet, I’ve learned about the power of empathy.
From Hannah Guenther, I’ve learned about the power of positivity.
From Kimberley Haverly, I’ve learned about the power of possibilities.
From Julian Levine, I’ve learned about the power of inclusion.
From Jenny McCoy, I’ve learned about the power of connecting disciplines.
From Jenny Niblock, I’ve learned about the power of partnerships.
From Ken Park, I’ve learned about the power of leaning in to new experiences.
From Nicki Perisho, I’ve learned about the power of innovation.
From Lisa Ann Rantz, I’ve learned about the power of advocacy.
From Michelle Saenz, I’ve learned about the power of engagement.
From Val Stacey, I’ve learned about the power of speaking up.
From Matthew Metz, I’ve learned about the power of connecting across practice.
From Andy Tyler, I’ve learned about the power of listening.
From Kara Waples, I’ve learned about the power of leadership.
From Aaron Winden, I’ve learned about the power of storytelling.
From Virginia Wrobel, I’ve learned about the power of shared experiences.
and from many others in the RHI community and in the OOMPH program, I’ve learned that progress is most possible when we believe in doing good work, together.
Discover how my most influential professors and lecturers have shaped my journey in public health by reading the How This Gift Is Helping Others post here: https://mphinaction.org/how-this-gift-is-helping-others/.
I’d also like to express my deepest gratitude to my incredible friends and colleagues in Garrett County who have been instrumental in my journey – Shelley Argabrite, Fred Polce, Tiffany Fratz, and Dr. Jennifer Corder – as well as to Ann Drevno, PhD, RHI Fellowship Manager. Your unwavering support, guidance, and encouragement have meant the world to me, and I’m truly grateful for all you’ve contributed along the way.
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Pictured above are Seleena Brownell and me.
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