Global and Public Health

Public health is a broad discipline that focuses on the wellness, illness prevention, and health equity for individuals, populations, and communities. Career opportunities in global and public health are diverse, and include areas such as: health services administration, environmental health, data analysis, health policy, biostatistics, epidemiology, health education, mental health, behavioral science, international health, maternal and child health, public health practice, program management, capacity building, and global health delivery.

Resource Spotlight: Vault

Published on April 12, 2024

Vault is a valuable, comprehensive career planning tool – whether you have a career in mind, are not sure where to begin, or want some options to consider. Peruse this terrific resource to access numerous career guides, explore career fields, …

By Loredana George
Loredana George Assistant Director, International Relations, Global Development, Education, Psychology, Global Health, Human Rights, Consulting, & Alumni Engagement
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Should I Go to Grad School? Here are 5 Good Reasons

Published on November 10, 2023

“Should I go to grad school?”

Longtime professional, current undergraduate student, or sector switcher—no matter where you are in your social-impact journey, you may have wondered whether grad school is right for you. From satisfying a degree requirement to deepening …

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Top 10 Jobs for Biology Majors

Published on August 10, 2023

Biology is the study of living things. Given the sheer number of living organisms on the planet, there are a lot of jobs for biology majors across a plethora of sectors. Some biology majors become researchers and run labs, while …

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Leadership Development and Rotational Programs

Below is a sample of the organizations that have structured leadership development programs. These entry-level programs often allow employees to …

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