MPH Public Health Policy and Management
“MEZCOPH has become my home away from home and encourages me every day to be the best version of myself.”
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Email:
rachelabraham@email.arizona.edu
Hometown:Minneapolis, Minnesota
Prior Degree(s):B.S. Public Health – University of Arizona
Before entering the program:As I graduated undergrad in December, I had a few months to gain work experience in Public Health. I worked at a local non-profit in Memphis, TN and then transferred to Utica, Mississippi to work as a healthcare administrator for a small clinic.
Why did you choose public health?From as early as I can remember, I have always been a public health nerd. The ability to do what I love and make a career out of it truly makes me the luckiest person.
Why did you choose MEZCOPH?As a MEZCOPH undergraduate alumnae, I felt such a strong connection with the community that exists at the College of Public Health. Plus, Tucson is awesome, who wouldn’t want to live here!
Public health interests:The economic analysis of healthcare policy!
Internship:Stock albuterol implementation and policy analysis for the Asthma and Airways Disease Research Center
Interests/hobbies outside of school:Hiking and biking, I just love being outside! But when I can get the time, nothing is better than a big plate of food and a Netflix binge.
Tip for future students:Exhale, it will work out, I promise. Say yes often and keep your mind open to opportunities that arise.
