UGA College of Public Health FY20/21 Impact Report

FY20/21 IMPACT REPORT PURSUE UNDERSTANDING. TAKE ACTION.

GIVING = STUDENT FROM OUR ALUMNI BOARD PRESIDENT

ERICA PARKS

Thank you, donors! Your philanthropy to the College of Public Health makes student scholarships and need-based funding possible. When you give, you enhance student focus because you remove barriers that interfere with learning.

As the founding president of the CPH Alumni Board, I take pride in leading this endeavor to amplify the future success of our students. Through our tenacious efforts, we are creating intentional programming to engage the College’s stakeholders and build a network of dedicated alumni.

$15,290

DONATED BY PUBLIC HEALTH ALUMNI IN FY21

2X

ALUMNI DONORS DOUBLED IN FY21

40%

OF FY21 DONORS WERE PUBLIC HEALTH ALUMNI

61,500

SERVICE HOURS STUDENTS GAVE BACK TO THE COMMUNITY

OPPORTUNITIES Sara Ford

Harrison Huang

Tiffany Mukundi

(BSEH ’21, Global Health minor)

(MPH, Epidemiology)

(BSEH, Global Health minor)

Dr. Randall Oliver Manning Scholar

Health Equity Fellow

Sara was honored for her exceptional work serving with a Florida public health department as part of the National Environmental Health Association internship program.

Harrison was able to lead a community needs assessment on substance abuse and youth development in Northeast Georgia.

Georgia Power Environmental Health Science Scholar

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Tiffany was afforded the opportunity to intern as an operator at the J.G. Beacham Water Treatment Plant as part of the Athens-Clarke County Utilities Internship Program.

FIVE HEALTH EQUITY FELLOWS RECEIVED STIPENDS, SUPPORTED BY THE PUBLIC HEALTH OUTREACH SUPPORT FUND , FOR COMMUNITY PROJECTS FOCUSED ON HEALTH EQUITY OR THE ELIMINATION OF HEALTH DISPARITIES IN GEORGIA COMMUNITIES.

STUART AND RENÉE FELDMAN HEALTH DISPARITIES AWARENESS FUND Supports opportunities to develop a greater understanding of health disparities and to participate in activities designed to address the problem of health disparities.

STUDENT STORY

CARLYNCIA MCDOWELL MPH, Health Policy & Management Carlyncia aims to work within healthcare, focusing on health disparities, diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), mental health, and health policy.

“As an aspiring healthcare leader, I believe it is essential to focus on health disparities as everyone should be able to reach their full health potential. However, it is evident within our society that inequities have continued to persist within underserved and marginalized communities.

With aid from this scholarship, I have curated safe spaces to talk about these inequities and have open and honest conversations about racial injustices and the importance of diversity and representation within the healthcare system.”

Give to the Health Disparities Fund https://t.uga.edu/7PB (case sensitive)

HEALTH SCIENCES CAMPUS STUDENT FOOD PANTRY Provides non-perishable and frozen food items to students struggling with food insecurity with suport from the Epidemiology and Biostatistics Fund.

UGA studies are demanding, and some students are burdened with the additional worry of food insecurity on top of their traditional obligations. Discretionary dollars available through the Epidemiology and Biostatistics Fund provide the financial support necessary for the HSC Food Pantry to ensure students are able to thrive, focus, and enjoy their college experience. Gifts of any amount make an impact by providing meals with just a few dollars. With Kim’s financial support, the pantry was able to purchase a freezer, providing even more options for students with frozen products.

Give to the HSC Student Food Pantry https://t.uga.edu/7PA (case sensitive – please note: HSC Food Pantry in comments)

Kim Metcalf and Sara Ervin, Graduate Student Assistant Coordinator

ENSURING STUDENTS THRIVE “By giving to the HSC Food Pantry, I know I’m helping these students have access to free, healthy food options. It’s a simple way to contribute to the future of our College, our students and the world.”

—Kim Metcalf (BSEH ’93, MS ’96) CPH Alumni Board, Vice President

Albert and Jo Waltman College of Public Health Georgia Access Scholarship

Environmental Health Science Scholarship Provides scholarship support to

Kimberly Lynn Rowe Environmental Health Award

Supports students identified by the Office of

underrepresented students in the

Recognizes a senior environmental health

Student Financial Aid to be in financial need.

Environmental Health Science Department.

undergraduate student for their enthusiasm,

Ann and Tipton Golias International Travel Fund in Epidemiology

Georgia Power Distinguished Graduate Fellowship in Environmental Health Science

Supports graduate students interested in

Supports graduate assistantships focused in

undertaking epidemiological research abroad.

the areas of environmental and occupational

Mary Ann Johnson Aging and Health Graduate Scholarship Fund

toxicology.

Supports graduate students pursuing study

Blue Cross Blue Shield Master of Public Health Student Support Supports scholarships, travel, professional development, or other educational needs for MPH students.

Connie Lloyd Scholarship

Georgia Power Environmental Health Science Scholarship Provides two scholarships to Environmental Health Science students with diverse backgrounds.

professionalism, and integrity in the environmental health field.

in aging, gerontology, or geriatrics.

Public Health Outreach Support Fund Supports student opportunities to explore the challenges facing communities of need and develop a greater understanding of

Harold Barnhart Scholarship in Environmental Health Science

health disparities.

Department.

Supports scholarships, travel, professional

Supports faculty, staff, and/or student

David Hayes Undergraduate Award

for EHS undergraduate students.

Provides scholarships to exceptional students in the Health Policy and Management

Supports opportunities for Health Promotion and Behavior undergraduate students to develop teaching, research, and professional skills.

development, or other educational needs

Kaiser Permanente Endowed Health Disparities Graduate Fellowship Supports an annual graduate fellowship to a

Dr. Randall Oliver Manning Scholarship

student whose course work, research, and/or

Supports an outstanding Environmental Health

outreach focuses on health disparities.

Science undergraduate student completing an internship in toxicology or working with the Georgia Environmental Protection Division.

Karen and Jim Holbrook Distinguished Graduate Fellowship in Global Health Supports a graduate assistantship focused in areas related to global health.

Stuart Feldman Academic Excellence Fund research projects and programs in the Health Policy and Management Department.

Stuart and Renée Feldman Health Disparities Awareness Fund Supports student, faculty, and staff projects aimed at gaining a greater understanding of health disparities and challenges faced by underserved and disadvantaged populations.

NON-ENDOWED

ENDOWED

STUDENT SUPPORT FUNDS AT CPH Alumni Fund for Master of Public Health Student Activities College of Public Health Fund College of Public Health Special Projects Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics Fund Environmental Health Science Discretionary Fund Epidemiology and Biostatistics Outreach and Support Fund Global Health Institute Fund Health Policy and Management Fund The Institute of Gerontology Fund Health Promotion and Behavior Support Fund

THE 2005 SOCIETY In recognition of the year our College was founded, The 2005 Society has been established to support CPH student leaders experiencing financial hardship. Nothing should stand in the way of our students’ success.

“IT’S A SMALL WAY TO THANK THE WONDERFUL PEOPLE THAT HELPED ME WHEN I WAS A STUDENT AND TO PAY IT FORWARD TO STUDENTS AND PROGRAMS THAT NEED SUPPORT TODAY.” —Adam Bowling (BSEH ’13) The 2005 Society Leadership Member, CPH Alumni Board Member

Become a member of The 2005 Society by giving $20.05 monthly, $200.50 annually, or a leadership gift of $2,005 to the College of Public Health Fund.

Let’s ensure CPH students are prepared, regardless of their circumstances, for in-depth and solution-focused public health education. In turn, our exceptional students pay forward their knowledge, passion, and talents to our communities.

The 2005 Society members will receive tokens of gratitude, published recognition, and access to special CPH events.

BECOME A MEMBER OF THE 2005 SOCIETY. HELP FUND A SCHOLARSHIP FOR STUDENT LEADERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH. Go to: https://t.uga.edu/7Pz (case sensitive)

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SAVEMARCH THE DATE! 31, 2022 We’re calling on each and every one of you to show your pride and help us achieve our mission to advance the health of all.

Don’t forget to make your gift to the College of Public Health and support our commitment to improving the public’s health in Georgia, our nation, and the world!

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