Student Profiles | School of Public Health

Haley Cothern Master of Health Administration (MHA)

Everyone within the School of Public Health truly cares and wants to see all students succeed in not only their studies, but also become influential members for the field of public health.

Niki Horiates Bachelor of Science (BS) in Public Health

I chose public health because of all the opportunities and different jobs.

Brenna Kirk Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Health Sciences - Social and Behavioral Sciences

The School of Public Health has top-notch faculty and staff that are so welcoming and are genuinely devoted to student success and the overall undergraduate and graduate school experience.

Anna Sellaro Master of Health Administration (MHA)

This degree has challenged me in many different ways. It's taught me to look at health from a bigger perspective.

Cade Staggers Master of Health Administration (MHA)

The main objective of public health is to promote healthy habits and prevent injury and illness. To me, public health is a field that operates by the motto “leave it better than the way you found it."

Brittany Smith Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Health Sciences - Social and Behavioral Sciences

Public health is the art and science of preventing suffering.

Ryan Titus

The WVU SPH is a place where everyone feels at home and part of a family. Everyone is treated well and given plenty of opportunities to succeed.

Ericelis Echeverria Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health Services Management and Leadership

To me, public health means being present in the community and prioritizing equity over equality. Every person, regardless of race, background or origin, deserves proper health care.

Shaelee Nelson Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health Services Management and Leadership

Public health means maintaining and protecting the health of those within the community.

Anusha Sheikh Master of Public Health (MPH)

I feel prepared for my future thanks to the knowledge gained and experiences that I have had so far, which will ultimately lead me to finding a career I love.

Jenna Kahwash Bachelor of Science (BS) in Public Health

Gaining a public health education provides a unique opportunity to study inequities to be able to best enact change on the community level.

Stephanie Prescott Master of Health Administration (MHA)

The Master of Health Administration program at West Virginia University has allowed me to build a new career path based on my personal passions — service to the community and helping others.