The Inspiring Journey of a Spartan-Wolverine Psychiatrist
Nicolas K. Fletcher
Learn three interesting facts about Dr. Nicolas K. Fletcher’s circuitous path to his current occupation as a psychiatrist serving patients in Detroit.
Health Behavior and Health Equity,Alumni
First Generation College Graduate's Ambitions Are Sky High
Brandon Bond
First-generation college grad Brandon Bond leaves few opportunities on the table. He’s pursuing dual master’s degrees, his very first flight was to a foreign country, and he’s gearing up for doctoral studies. Bond’s adventurous spirit is helping him build bridges between communities and the policies that affect them.
Addressing Violence with Multi-Faceted Solutions
Justin Heinze
An unexpected connection led Justin Heinze to pursue a career in public health. A rising scholar who researches various aspects of violence and impacts on health, Heinze leads new projects and initiatives at the University of Michigan School of Public Health that aim to find solutions to the multifaceted topic of firearm violence and prevention.
Community Driven Master's Student Seeks to Crush Mental Health Stigmas
SriLasya Reddy
SriLasya Reddy wants to improve access to mental health care and foster conversations that break down the stigmas that surround utilizing that care. She’s especially committed to understanding how these conversations unfold in communities of color.
Journey to Alaska: Online MPH Student Embarks on New Career
Delaney Preston, MPH '21
Two years after joining the first cohort of online master’s students, Delaney Preston reflects on how her life has changed because of her decision to pursue an MPH.
Empowering Better Health through Empathy
Anna Siu, MPH ’14
Registered dietician Anna Siu believes the most successful patient outcomes are based in understanding each patient as a real person. She's now bringing that empathetic philosophy to a unique program aimed at defeating type 2 diabetes.