Alisha Itty ABOUT Alisha

Master of Public Health
Epidemiology

Hometown: Rowlett, TX
Undergraduate Major: Healthcare Studies

 

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE UNT Health COLLEGE OF PUBLIC HEALTH?
I chose UNTHSC because of its location and the program’s strong commitment to addressing health disparities through rigorous research and global initiatives. The program’s emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration and community engagement aligns perfectly with my goal of positively influencing public health outcomes.

HOW DO YOU PLAN ON APPLYING THE KNOWLEDGE YOU GAIN TO YOUR FUTURE CAREER?
The knowledge I gain from this program will be invaluable in areas such as program management, data cleaning, and intervention planning, as well as in advocating for public health. Being part of a program that emphasizes sharing health information with the public aligns with my passion for promoting health education and awareness. This will enable me to contribute effectively to public health initiatives in my future career.