Our graduates bring the power of public health to the world, working in diverse communities to promote health equity and social justice.
Congratulations Graduates! All of us in the Zuckerman College of Public Health community are so proud of what you’ve accomplished. You have earned your degree, and along the way you have learned to put public health into practice in so many ways, as volunteers and interns, to help all our communities towards a healthier future.

A Message from Dr. Iman Hakim, Dean of MEZCOPH
Congratulations, Fall 2024 graduates! You inspire us with your dedication, resilience, and vision for a healthier world. As you step into this next phase of your career, take pride in what you’ve accomplished and remain committed to your purpose. The Zuckerman College of Public Health will always be your home, and we will continue to celebrate your success as you forge your path forward.
Dean Iman Hakim
MD, PhD, MPH ’94
Stay Connected
We know that as you embark on your career you will continue our mission to promote the health and wellness of all individuals and communities, in the southwest and globally. You are now a MEZCOPH alumni, a champion for health equity, and you will change the world. Stay connected with us and let us know where your path takes you!
Now that you're an alumnus, subscribe to our job posting listserv to hear about available public health positions. Join our college Alumni Group on LinkedIn and Facebook to see updates from alumni and the college. Check out our alumni homepage and connect with Amber Richmond, Manager of Alumni Engagement and Events, with any questions at amrichmond@arizona.edu.

Fall 2024 Student Award Winners
Outstanding Senior Award
Mei-Li Ortega
BS, Public Health
Enviromental & Occupational Health
Outstanding Online Senior Award
Tierney Ruppel
BS, Public Health
One Health
Public Health Service Award
Patrick Halvorsen
BS, Public Health
Health Systems Theory & Practice
Outstanding MPH Student Award
Jersey Reyes Orias
MPH, Environmental & Occupational Health
Outstanding Online MPH Student Award
Ana Zeledon
MPH, Applied Epidemiology

Fall 2024 Graduates
Doctoral Graduates
Doctor of Public Health (DrPH)
kim peace-tuskey
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Drew Baldwin
Rietta Wagoner
Maiya Block Ngaybe
Master Graduates
Master of Public Health
Jersey Reyes Orias
Brianne Cartagena
Wadana Hamzazai
Sage Vu
Cheryl Nguyen
Omozusi Guobadia
Shelby Vela
Kelly Akers
Madelyn Hardy
Christina Kim
Christopher Michael
Antoinette Toya
Jennifer Strozewski
Sarah Barrales
Laurel Burnham
David Contreras
Deidra Goldtooth
Daniel Jones
Rachana Lankapalli
Ana Zeledon
Undergraduates
Bachelor of Arts
Jessica Martin
Bachelor of Science
Bara’a Khalid Alqahtani
Alexandra Jamili
Mei-Li Ortega
Juliana Quiroga
Emma Maria Saenz
Gabriel Scott-Buechler
Victoria Fabela
Anahy Fernandez
Peyton Jacks
Brooklyn Swearingen
Hassan Ahmed Hassan Alasmari
Myla Gonzalez
Sophia Lespron
Faridat Mustapha
Devon Weinreich
Alina Zhovniriuk
Jordana Albanese
Patrick Halvorsen
Nicole Hart
Dylan Ibarra
Carolina Robles
Olivia Scherer
Maranda Fellows
Tierney Ruppel
Tia Washburn
Harrison Brown
Bryon Hutton