By: Kai Rumley, BSPH Internship: Marion County Public Health Department: Bell Flower Clinic I grew up in Avon, Indiana, as the eldest of five siblings. Family has always been a cornerstone of my life, so I strongly desired to attend a university close to home that would allow me to remain active in my… Read more »
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Finding purpose: How an unexpected college journey led to a public health career
By: Ryanne Rader BSPH anticipated December 2024 Internship site: Marion County Health Department: State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) I never really intended to go to college. One day I just woke up and decided to give it a go. I was rejected everywhere I applied, except Indiana University Indianapolis. This worked out for… Read more »
Applying classroom learning to diverse, real-world public health activities
Last month, three FSPH students volunteered at the Marion County Public Health Department to assist the nursing staff in a monkeypox vaccination clinic for the public. Students helped with the registration process as clients entered the clinic site. “I met some amazing professionals in the field of public health. It was eye-opening to see such… Read more »