The Importance of Community
Abi Collingwood, Epidemiology Student
Abi shares the importance of culture and positive community relationships in public health work through her experience in USVI.
Community Partnership
Tiempos en the U.S. Virgin Islands
Areli Balderrama, HBHE Student
Areli builds connections with locals in the U.S. Virgin Islands through Spanish, humor, and kindness.
Public Health Outside the Classroom
Nicholas Miller, Epidemiology Student
Nick compares the realities of fieldwork to the classroom.
Looking Forward and Creating Space
Christina Negrete, Nutritional Sciences Student
Christina helps an elderly resident in St. Thomas, listens to stories in St. Croix, and more.
In the Wake of Hurricanes, Public Health Matters
Kira Rib, EHS Student
Having experienced the 2004 hurricane season in Florida, Kira emphasizes the role of public health in emergency management.
USVI Part 2: Reflection
Emily Dejka, Epidemiology Student
Emily shares a powerful moment with a resident while surveying in the U.S. Virgin Islands.