Scholarships Results

Jason Seekamp with glasses and a dark buttoned shirt

Campus leadership paves way for impactful healthcare role

Jason Seekamp, MPH ’26

On his way to earning an MPH in Epidemiology at the University of Michigan School of Public Health, Jason Seekamp has balanced research, leadership and a dean search committee seat during his final year. Learn how the Traverse City, Michigan, native discovered his passion for epidemiology and population health as he prepares to be a project manager for the health information technology firm Epic in Madison, Wisconsin.

Takreed Ali

Bridging cultures, communities and nutrition one rotation at a time

Takreed Ali, MPH ’26

University of Michigan School of Public Health’s Takreed Ali, a member of the Class of 2026 who is graduating with a Master of Public Health in Nutritional Sciences, blends dietetics training, bilingual community service and research connecting Quranic nutrition references with modern science. A single mother and CEW+ scholar, she’s preparing to tackle health disparities through culturally responsive nutrition and food access.

Chloe Thach with a blue blazer and a white sweater underneath at the School of Public Health

First-generation student finds purpose, community in public health

Chloe Thach, MPH ’26

Chloe Thach, a first-generation student from Cleveland, found her path from medicine to public health after learning how social determinants drive food insecurity and health inequities. At the University of Michigan School of Public Health, she pursued global and community-centered research, policy impact, and mentorship—and will return for a PhD.

Esther Guerreo

Southwest Detroit roots inspire public health journey

Esther Guerrero, MPH ’26

Focused on health behavior, equity, and maternal nutrition, Esther Guerrero, who is earning a Master of Public Health in Health Behavior & Health Equity, transforms lived experience into innovative health communications, advocacy, and leadership—empowering the Detroit community for a healthier, brighter future.

Gloria Charles Mazinga

Championing accessible care for chronic diseases

Gloria Charles Mazinga

Gloria Charles Mazinga, a clinical nutrition master’s student at the University of Michigan School of Public Health, is recognized for pioneering accessible healthcare solutions for chronic disease in resource-limited settings. Her global experience, leadership and community service impact nutrition protocols, pediatric cancer care, and scholarship support. She was named an Irma M. Wyman Scholar by CEW+ for visionary public health leadership.

Pedro Sancha in his office

Leading global impact through science, partnership and innovation

Q&A with Pedro Sancha, President and CEO of NSF

Pedro Sancha, President and CEO of NSF, discusses leading a global public health organization born at the University of Michigan School of Public Health in 1944. Serving on Michigan Public Health’s Dean's Advisory Board, Sancha shares how NSF’s 5,000 experts across 110 countries use science-based standards to tackle emerging threats like PFAS and microplastics, keeping families safe through food and water safety innovation rooted in Ann Arbor.