New to Public Health has been collecting and evaluating data since 2021. As of 2025, residents who had completed the program showed:

  • 34-point increase in core competencies
  • 9-point increase in knowledge of FPHS

One year after graduation:

  • 82% of residents were working at the same organization
  • 39% had been promoted into leadership roles (formal or informal)

Competency and knowledge results are from Cohorts 16–21. One-year results are from Cohorts 11–15. Read more about the program’s impact in the July 2025-June 2026 Annual Report.

Map of the United States showing New to Public Health program graduates by state. Total program graduates: 413. Updated September 2026.

  • Individuals who have graduated from traditional cohorts
  • Individuals who have graduated from state-based cohorts
  • Individuals who have graduated from states that have hosted both traditional and state-based cohorts

As of September 2026, a total of 413 individuals have graduated from the New to Public Health Residency Program.

Completing the New to Public Health Residency Program requires time, effort, and coordination with other work responsibilities. Residents complete approximately 120 hours of education and learning over one year. In recognition of their dedication and accomplishment, below are alumni who have agreed to have their names publicly listed.

Alumni

September 2021-September 2022 (Cohort 1)
  • Brianna C., Preparedness Coordinator, St. Francis Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Volunteer QI Project
  • Donna W., Public Health Registered Nurse, Langlade County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: A Health Department’s Resource to Investigate Human Health Hazards and Hoarding
  • Jaime G., Public Health Nurse, West Allis Public Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Increasing Narcan Availability in WA/WM Community
  • James K., Public Health Nurse, Wood County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: QI of Healthy People Wood County Communication Plan
  • Jennifer G., BSN, RN, Manitowoc County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Naloxone Education and Distribution Programs
  • Kayleigh M., Public Health Policy and Communication Coordinator, Wood County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: QI of Healthy People Wood County Communication Plan
  • Lindsay F., Greenfield Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Student Orientation Program (SOP)
  • Melissa N., Public Health Nurse, Jefferson County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Referral Forms
  • Karen G., Public Health Nurse, Dodge County Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: QI Project Tuberculosis
  • Taylor W., Public Health Nurse, South Milwaukee St. Francis Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: EBP lactation support in the workplace
  • Ronelle M., Public Health Nurse, Ho-Chunk Nation Department of Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Quality Improvement Project COVID-19 Impact Study
  • Nicole S., Public Health Nurse, Manitowoc County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: QI Project Immunization Rates
  • Abbigail B., Public Health Nurse, Rock County Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Lead QI Project
  • Alyssa K., Community Engagement and Partnership Coordinator, US Department of Veteran Affairs, Michigan
    Project: Impact of Military Culture on Families
  • Candy H., Director, Healthy Communities & WIC Division, Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services, Public Health Branch, California
    Project: Increasing Opportunities for Support & Connection Among Young Families
  • Emma D.W., Public Health Strategist, Oak Creek Health Department, Michigan
    Project: Position Onboarding Quality Improvement
  • Lindsay D., State Suicide Prevention Coordinator, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Wisconsin
    Project: Division of Chronic Disease and Injury Control Community Engagement Toolkit within the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
  • Brianna S., Director, Healthy Communities & WIC Division, Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services, Public Health Branch, California
    Project: Increasing Opportunities for Support & Connection Among Young Families
  • Melissa S., Public Health Nurse, Pierce Public Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Increasing Rates in Childhood Vaccinations
  • Olivia F., Environmental Health Specialist, Rock County Public Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Evidence-Based Project: Assessing Department’s Animal Bite Order Programs
  • Molly L., Public Health Nurse, Lafayette County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Covid-19 Vaccine Clinics Quality Improvement
  • Tanya B., Public Health Strategist, North Shore Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: North Shore CARES Trauma-Informed Care Training
  • Amy B., Public Health Nurse 3, Alaska Department of Health & Social Services Division of Public Health Section of Public Health Nursing, Kenai, AK
  • Theresa C., Public Health Nurse 2, Alaska Department of Health & Social Services Division of Public Health Section of Public Health Nursing, Wasilla, AK
  • Glory D., Public Health Nurse 2, Alaska Department of Health & Social Services Division of Public Health Section of Public Health Nursing, Wasilla, AK
  • Mary K., Public Health Nurse 2, Alaska Department of Health & Social Services Division of Public Health Section of Public Health Nursing, Fairbanks, AK
  • Rebecca L., Public Health Nurse 3, Alaska Department of Health & Social Services Division of Public Health Section of Public Health Nursing, Anchorage, AK
  • Sabrina M., Public Health Nurse 2, Alaska Department of Health & Social Services Division of Public Health Section of Public Health Nursing, Juneau, AK
  • Amber R., Public Health Nurse 3, Alaska Department of Health & Social Services Division of Public Health Section of Public Health Nursing, Delta Junction, AK
  • Kumi R., Public Health Nurse 3, Alaska Department of Health & Social Services Division of Public Health Section of Public Health Nursing, Anchorage, AK
  • Sharon S., Public Health Nurse 2, Alaska Department of Health & Social Services Division of Public Health Section of Public Health Nursing, Wasilla, AK
  • Keriann U., Nurse Consultant 2, Alaska Department of Health & Social Services Division of Public Health Section of Public Health Nursing, Ketchikan, AK
  • Stephanie W., Public Health Nurse 2, Alaska Department of Health & Social Services Division of Public Health Section of Public Health Nursing, Anchorage, AK
  • Erin W., Public Health Nurse 2, Alaska Department of Health & Social Services Division of Public Health Section of Public Health Nursing, Fairbanks, AK
  • Kelsey W., Registered Nurse, Manitowoc County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Nightingale Notes EHR
  • Elham K., Community Healthcare Senior, VDH-Henrico County Health Department, Virginia
    Project: Reproductive Health Education for Refugees and Immigrants Women
  • Myranda P., Public Health Specialist, PHMDC, Wisconsin
    Project: Creating a Youth Coalition Using Community Partnership and Centering Youth Voices
  • Jordan A., Public Health Nurse, VDH-Henrico Health District, Virginia
    Project: Lead Case Management Resources: QI Project
  • Khusboo A., Community Health Worker, VDH-Henrico Health District, Virginia
    Project: Increasing the Completion of the RHS-15 Forms
  • CherPao V., Community Health Worker, Sheboygan Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Bilingual Community Health Worker
  • Dawn J., Public Health Specialist, Jackson County Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Development of Organization Tools for Jackson in Action Coalition
  • Julie B., Animal Services Officer, Public Health Madison & Dane County, Wisconsin
    Project: Local Rabies Control Program
  • Keslyn M., Public Health Nurse, St. Croix County Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Restructure of Immunization Program
  • Evelyn M., Public Health Nurse, Hamilton County Public Health, Ohio
    Project: Quality Improvement Process: Tuberculosis Skin Test
  • Aaron W., Public Health Specialist, Walworth County Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Communicating Walworth County’s Community Health Improvement Plan: A Revamped Engagement Strategy
  • Abi P., Climate and Health Planner, St. Paul Ramsey County Public Health, Minnesota
    Project: Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment
  • Ashley D., Wisconsin
    Project: Implementing Nurse Protocols for RN Only Clinics
  • Breanna M., County Health Supervisor, Appleton Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Quality Improvement Plan: Social Media
  • Denver G., Public Health Nurse, St. Croix County Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: EBP: Perinatal Mental Health
  • Jake M., Health Educator, Yavapai County Community Health Services, Arizona
    Project: Quality Improvement Project Actionable Data in Sexual Health Education
  • Kassie J., Community Health Educator, Eau Claire City County Health Department, Alliance for Substance Misuse and Prevention, Wisconsin
    Project: Improving Retailers Ability to Identify Counterfeit IDs
  • Kristy P., Public Health Nurse, Eau Claire City County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: TB & Spanish-Speaking Clients
  • Melanie B., Public Health Specialist, Greenfield Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Greenfield Health Department Event QI
  • Moriah G., Community Health Specialist, Oneida County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Stigma, Harm Reduction and Substance Use
  • Nolan F., Environmental Health Specialist, Eau Claire Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Educating Student Housing Residents
  • Patricia O., Public Health Nurse Supervisor, Howard County Health Department, Maryland
    Project: Empowerment through Education: Improving Birth Outcomes for Racial & Ethnic Minority Mothers
  • Sabrina E., Public Health Specialist, Oak Creek Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: QI Project: Quarterly Highlights Report
  • Shelley B.G., Emergency Preparedness Specialist, Winnebago County Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Mass Clinic Workforce Best Practice
  • Allison B., Community Health Educator, Juneau County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Youth Substance Use Prevention in Juneau County High Schools
  • Andrea O., Public Health Educator, Cook County Public Health And Human Services (PHHS), Minnesota
    Project: Harm Reduction in Cook County MN
  • Andrea T., Public Health Educator, Cook County Public Health And Human Services (PHHS), Minnesota
    Project: Breathe Better: Air Quality and Health Effects in Cook County Minnesota
  • Brittany K., Public Health Nurse, Jefferson County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: School Immunization Report Audit Tool
  • Hannah S., County Health Educator, Monroe County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: “Fight the Bite” Campaign to Reduce Lyme Disease Cases
  • Joey M., Public Health Specialist, North Shore Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: North Shore Mass Clinic Quality Improvement
  • Maria L., Public Health Nurse, Jefferson County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Advantages of Hiring Bilingual Nurses
  • Michael J., Director of Public Health Policy, Winnebago County Health Department, Illinois
    Project: Inclusion of Trauma-Informed Language into Applicable WCHD Policies
  • Rachel M., Community Health Educator, Marinette County Public Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Public Health Vending Machine Registration
  • Shannon L., Public Health Worker, Health Educator, Nurse, Bethlehem Health Bureau, Pennsylvania
    Project: Improving Health Literacy in Latent Tuberculosis Patients
  • Tabitha W., Intake Nurse, Chippewa County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Distribution of Narcan Direct Improved
  • Theresa C., Assistant Public Health Nurse, Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment, Massachusetts
    Project: Increase HPV Vaccination with Announcement Approach
  • Angelee W., Registered Environmental Health Specialist, Passaic County Department of Health Services, New Jersey
    Project: Childhood Lead Environmental Intervention
  • Anna M., Public Health Nurse, Maplewood Health Department, New Jersey
    Project: Preventing Marijuana Use Among High School Students
  • Brittany B., Local Health Outreach Coordinator, Rockaway Township Division of Health, New Jersey
    Project: Creating Community Gardens in Butler Borough
  • Carolyn S., Director, Management, New Jersey
    Project: Immunization Clinic Improvement Plan
  • Danielle P., Infectious Disease Preparedness Generalist, Ridgewood Health Department, New Jersey
    Project: Dog Bite Program
  • Denice R., Registered Environmental Health Specialist, Burlington County Health Department, New Jersey
    Project: Benefits of Standardization of Retail Food Inspection
  • Eze U., Local Health Outreach Coordinator, Middle-Brook Regional Health Commission, New Jersey
    Project: Infection Control Training for Long Term Care Facilities
  • Jacqueline L., Nurse, Randolph Township Health Department, New Jersey
    Project: Improving Workflow and Productivity
  • Jenna B., Infectious Disease Preparedness Generalist, Ringwood Health Department, New Jersey
    Project: Melodies for the Mind
  • Justin W., Coordinator, Passaic County Department of Health Services, New Jersey
    Project: Narcan Distribution & Education in Passaic County
  • Kaitlyn B., Communicable Disease Investigator, Monmouth County Health Department, New Jersey
    Project: Complications with Communication and Tuberculosis
  • Kristin D., Administrative Analyst, New Jersey Department of Health, New Jersey
    Project: NJDOH Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) Procedure
  • Michael M., Public Health Supervisor Assistant, Paramus Health Department, New Jersey
    Project: Paramus Health Department Quality Improvement Initiative
  • Naseema U., Infectious Disease Preparedness Generalist, Lawrence Township Health Department, New Jersey
    Project: Quality Improvement on Local Health Outreach at the Lawrence Health Department
  • Parama D., Social Support Coordinator, Somerset County Department of Health, New Jersey
    Project: Increasing COVID-19 Vaccine Uptake in Somerset County, NJ
  • Ruth T., Public Health Representative, New Jersey Department of Health, New Jersey
    Project: Reducing VFC Vaccine Wastage
  • Abby S., Public Health Nurse, Todd County, Minnesota
    Project: Narcan Distribution Among county Employees as a Harm Reduction Model
  • Alexandra L., Land Development Manager, Henry and Stark Health Departments, Illinois
    Project: Communicable Disease Across Departments
  • Alissa P., Data Quality Analyst, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Michigan
    Project: Improving Race and Ethnicity Data Collection
  • Allison B., Health Educator, Sheboygan County Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Community Health Input Survey
  • Amy C., Licensed Social Worker, Miami County Public Health, Ohio
    Project: Reproductive Health and Wellness Visits
  • Annette S., Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, Western Upper Peninsula Health Department, Michigan
    Project: Community Engagement and the Community Health Improvement Plan
  • Colin A., Educator/Planner, Le Sueur and Waseca, Minnesota
    Project: Pathway to Care
  • Courtney W., Disease Intervention Specialist Team Lead, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Michigan
    Project: A Collaborative Approach to Perinatal Hepatitis C
  • Grace R., Public Health Strategist, Brown County, Wisconsin
    Project: Vax & Relax: Mpox Vaccination Event
  • Heidi S., Nurse Practitioner, Warren County Combined Health District, Ohio
    Project: The Use of POC A1c to Improve Diabetic Health Outcomes
  • Holly F., Deputy Health Officer CHEP, Jackson County Health Department, Michigan
    Project: KOHA
  • Janenne P., Public Information Officer, Health Department of Northwest Michigan, Michigan
    Project: External Perceptions Impact Internal Capacity
  • Jenna O., Public Health Communications Coordinator, Carlton-Cook-Lake-St. Louis Community Health Board, Minnesota
    Project: Launching a Social Media Platform for Public Health
  • Kulsoom A., Environmentalist, Detroit Health Department, Michigan
    Project: Empowering Business-Role Outreach and Health Education
  • Luca H., Health Resource Advocate, Barry-Eaton District Health Department, Michigan
    Project: Clinic Appointment Scheduling Quality Improvement
  • Madeleine S., Public Health Administrator II, Chicago Department of Public Health, Illinois
    Project: CDPH Public Health Vending Machines
  • Megan W., Food Program Manager, Henry and Stark County Health Departments, Illinois
    Project: Food Borne Illness Reporting
  • Mindy H., Emergency Preparedness Specialist, Kent County Health Department, Michigan
    Project: Improving Inclusive Preparedness and Response Planning
  • Nicole M., Program Analyst, Chicago Department of Public Health, Illinois
  • Olivia P., Health Equity Coordinator, Kent County Health Department, Michigan
    Project: Increase Representation in 2023 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA)
  • Rebekah C., Operations Manager, Barry-Eaton District Health Department, Michigan
  • Sarah S., Wellness Coordinator, Polk County Health Department, Minnesota
    Project: Polk County Opioid Settlement Advisory Council

The following graduates are Public Health Nurses with the New Mexico Department of Health.

  • Scott M
  • Misty M
  • Elizabeth N
  • Michelle R
  • Rickie E
  • Kathryn W
  • Abby F., Community Health Nursing Supervisor, Carilion Clinic’s Community Health Outreach, Virginia
    Project: Meds & You: A Community Education Workshop
  • Alex O., Dental Innovations Coordinator, Polk County Public Health, Minnesota
    Project: Increasing Dental Access in Public Health
  • Amanda S., Public Health Nurse, Ocean County Health Department, New Jersey
    Project: Ocean County Health Departments Response to the Overdose Epidemic 2023-2024
  • Douglas S., Unit Manager, Michigan Public Health Institute/Michigan Department of Health & Human Services, Michigan
    Project: Funding/Budgeting Training in Public Health
  • Emily G., Planning and Performance Coordinator, Jackson County Public Health Division, Oregon
    Project: WIC Participant Feedback to Increase Caseload and Improve Quality of Services
  • Evan G., CHW, Sexual and Reproductive Health, Public Health Madison & Dane County, Wisconsin
    Project: Community Outreach: Increasing Resource Availability in Underserved Areas
  • Kyleigh P., Training Consultant, State of Michigan Department of Health & Human Services, Michigan
    Project: Michigan Drug Assistance Program (MIDAP) Office Hours Quality Improvement Project
  • Kylie W., Epidemiologist, Ocean County Health Department, New Jersey
    Project: Defeating Diseases, One Shot At A Time: Increasing NJ School Immunization Compliance
  • Lisa K., Communications Coordinator/Public Information Officer, Waukesha County Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Implementing a Content Creation Theme
  • Matthew M., Community Relations Officer, Onslow County Health Department, North Carolina
    Project: Quality Improvement: Overdose Fatality Review Board
  • Monica K., Quality and Compliance Coordinator, DuPage County Health Department, Illinois
    Project: Client Satisfaction Survey Uptake
  • Rachel B., Public Health Nurse/Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, Skokie Health Department, Illinois
    Project: Naloxone Distribution Project
  • Robyn V., WIC Director, Juneau County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Redistribution of Appointments and Scheduling Template
  • Sampada M., Health Educator, Kenosha County Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Doula Intervention in Home Visiting
  • Scott C., Public Health Manager/Director/Supervisor, Ocean County Health Department, New Jersey
    Project: Ocean County Health Departments Response to the Overdose Epidemic 2023-2024
  • Steven B., Epidemiologist, Juneau Public Health, Oregon
    Project: Enhancing Public Health Data Infrastructure
  • Susan H., Registered Nurse, Calumet County Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Standard American Diet (SAD)
  • Alexandra D., Certified Pediatric Nurse, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Maryland
    Project: Improving Childhood Preventative Care Access Through Patient-Centered Medical Homes
  • Alexandria K., Public Health Strategist- Health Equity, Milwaukee Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Language Justice Advisory Committee
  • Alyssa W., Health Educator III, South Carolina Department of Social Services, South Carolina
    Project: Farm to Early Care and Education QI
  • Amanda T., Harm Reduction Program Coordinator, Winnebago County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Public Health Vending Machines
  • Dominique D., Research Assistant, Thomas Jefferson University, Pennsylvania
    Project: The Needs of the Peer Listener Program with JeffCHAT
  • Eli T., Health Education Specialist, South Central Public Health, Idaho
    Project: Youth Drug Prevention Education
  • Haley E., Community Outreach Coordinator, St. Louis County Department of Public Health, Missouri
    Project: Maternal and Child Health in Disasters
  • Janet O., Data Governance Specialist, South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, South Carolina
    Project: REaL Data Transforming South Carolina’s Data Collection
  • Jasmine T., All Our Kids (AOK) Network Coordinator, Adams County Health Department, Illinois
    Project: Support Group for Smoking Cessation during Pregnancy
  • Joel V., Outbreak Coordinator, Maine CDC, Maine
    Project: Rural Transport Gap Utilizing Bus Services
  • Katie S., Public Health Nurse, City of Appleton Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Child Passenger Safety
  • Kelly F., Diabetes Prevention Coordinator, Maine CDC, Chronic Disease Prevention and Control, Maine
    Project: Family Healthy Weight Program Selection
  • LaNaya M., Health Analyst/ Senior Consultant, Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), South Carolina
    Project: REaL Data Transforming South Carolina’s Data Collection
  • Mardie H., Sr. Community Liaison, Houston Health Department, Texas
    Project: Town Hall What’s going on in your Area: A Community Education Workshop
  • Marianella F., Program Specialist, LINCS Coordinator, Middlesex County, New Jersey
    Project: Quality Improvement Plan: LINCS Program
  • Mya H., Family Engagement Specialist, Adams County Health Department, Illinois
    Project: Nourishing Solutions: Tackling Food Insecurity and Obesity Together
  • Robert V., Division Chief, Illinois Department of Public Health, Division of EMS and Highway Safety, Illinois
    Project: Increasing NREMT Pass Rates Among EMT Candidates to Grow the Pre-Hospital Workforce in Illinois
  • Shelby S., Equity Coordinator, Lincoln County Public Health, Oregon
    Project: Workplace Culture Committee
  • Vanessa S. L., Maternal and Child Health Program Manager, City of Brownsville Public Health and Wellness Department, Texas
    Project: Reducing Pre-term Births (EBPP)
  • Alisa G., Emergency Preparedness Health Educator, Washtenaw County Health Department, Michigan
    Project: Emergency Response Volunteer Cohort
  • Allie M., Environmental Health Specialist, Door County Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Community Health Assessment Quality Improvement Project
  • André R., Deputy Health Officer, Bay County Health Department, Michigan
    Project: Health Literacy Project
  • Annalise W., Disease Prevention and Control Coordinator, Chisago County Public Health, Minnesota
    Project: STI Outreach: Increasing Access to Safe Sex Resources
  • Ashley K., Public Health Nurse, North Shore Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Nurturing the North Shore Home Visiting Program
  • Carlie K., Public Health Program Coordinator, Minnesota Department of Health, Minnesota
    Project: Sage Program Southwest Minnesota Breast Cancer Screening Campaign
  • Carolyn K., Public Health Nurse, Oconto County Health and Human Services Public Health Division, Wisconsin
    Project: Vaping Prevention Programming
  • Elizabeth G., Public Health Program Assistant, Michigan Public Health Institute, Michigan
    Project: Acceptability of DoxyPEP among Michigan STI/HIV Providers
  • Emily E., Disease Intervention Specialist, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Michigan
    Project: Enhancing Successful Contact Rates for HCV+ Patients
  • Emily S., Epidemiologist, Oakland County Health Division, Michigan
    Project: Data-informed Vaccination Outreach
  • Ginny Z., Culture of Health Ambassador, City of Fishers Health Department, Indiana
    Project: Parks Visitor Data Capture Quality Improvement Plan
  • Haley S., Clinical Services Coordinator, Minnesota Department of Health, Minnesota
    Project: Using Multimedia to Educate American Indian Communities on the Importance of Cervical Cancer Screening and the Sage Program
  • Hannah G., Substance Use Specialist, Wauwatosa Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Overdose Fatality Review Implementation to Prevent Overdose
  • Jaimie V., Public Health Nurse, North Shore Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Increasing Provider Awareness and Utilization of Expedited Partner Therapy in STI Treatment Plans
  • Jeremy B., Informatics Coordinator, St. Clair County Health Department, Michigan
    Project: SCC Link
  • Jessa B., Health Educator, Marathon County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Assessing the Use of Virtual Behavioral Health Tools Used in Disaster
  • Jocelyn V., Community Impact Director, American Heart Association, Illinois
    Project: Cardiac Emergency Response Plans
  • Josh M., Epidemiologist, Union County Health Department, Ohio
    Project: Hiring Process Quality Improvement
  • Julia A., Community Engagement Coordinator, UW-Milwaukee Zilber College of Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Building a Stronger Public Health Workforce: Strengthening Preceptor and Field Experience Partnerships
  • Julia J., Public Health Nurse, Ramsey County Public Health, Minnesota
    Project: Improving Social Connection Amongst Postpartum Families
  • Katie K., Health Educator, Marinette County Health and Human Services – Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Increasing Participation Among Children in the Tri City Event Series
  • Kayleigh W., Public Health Nurse, Marathon County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Communication in Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
  • Lindsey U., Public Health Nurse, Winnebago County Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Increasing Immunization Rates in Winnebago County
  • Michael V., Data Navigator, State of Minnesota, Minnesota
    Project: Creating a Qualitative Data Community of Practice
  • Miranda P., Epidemiologist, Wayne County Public Health Division, Michigan
    Project: Overdose Surveillance in Wayne County MI
  • Rachel D., Infection Control Coordinator, IDPH, Illinois
    Project: Infection Control Assessment and Recommendation tool for State Correctional Facilities
  • Robert W., Public Health Strategist, City of Milwaukee Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Understanding Access to Mental Health Resources for Young Adults Living in Poverty in Milwaukee through Community Partnerships
  • Robyn B., Health Educator, Washtenaw County Health Department, Michigan
    Project: Improving Senior Access to Health Care
  • Sabrina U., Health Solutions Research Operations, Arizona College of Medicine, Arizona
    Project: Increasing First Generation Representation in Medical Summer Research Program
  • Samantha J., Behavioral Health Professional, Health Department of Northwest Michigan, Michigan
    Project: SafeTALK Training – Nurses
  • Shaterra W., Health Educator, Washtenaw County Health Department, Michigan
    Project: Expanding Outreach to Rural Communities
  • Shauna B., Public Health Strategist, Door County Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Community Health Assessment Quality Improvement Project

The following graduates are from the Center for Access and Linkage to Healthcare, New Mexico Department of Health.

  • Elias P., Community Coordinator, Office of Alcohol Misuse Prevention
  • Yvette J., School Health Advocate
  • Jean B., PRAMS Epidemiologist, Maternal & Child Health
  • Mary M, Health Promotion Specialist
  • Audra C., Disease Prevention Team Supervisor
  • Blanca V., Health Educator, New Mexico Breast & Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program
  • Maricelda P., SE Region School Health Advocate
  • Veronica L., Quality Improvement, Quality Assurance Epidemiologist, Immunization Program
  • Anna G., Public Health Nurse, Marinette County Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Increasing PHVM Utilization
  • Demarish R., Program Manager, Connection Health, Alabama
    Project: The Impact of Systemic Racism on Health
  • Denise O., Education and Training Analyst, Michigan Public Health Institute, Michigan
    Project: Enhancing Mental Well-Being through Media Literacy
  • Erika H., Adolescent Health Coordinator, Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Wisconsin
    Project: Supporting Comprehensive Sexual Health Education in Wisconsin Schools
  • Iva S., Regional Immunization Representative, Metro Department of Health, Tennessee
    Project: Vaxing Up: Enhancing Coverage for a Healthier Future and Tennessee
  • Jarrah P., Public Health Nurse, Metro Public Health Department, Tennessee
    Project: QR Code for Patient Education in Sexual Health Clinic
  • Jenna M., Education and Training Analyst, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Michigan
    Project: Michigan Care Improvement Registry Training Program
  • Jody P., Public Health Manager, Metro Public Health Department, Tennessee
    Project: New to Public Health Internal Learning Cohort
  • Melissa A., Public Health Nurse, Columbia County, Wisconsin
    Project: Improving Access to Well Water Testing
  • Meranda E., Director of Family Health and Communicable Disease, Marathon County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Scope of Work for Communicable Disease Public Health Nurses
  • Olubunmi O., Public Health Nurse, Metro Public Health Department
    Project: Implementing the Use of Urine Specimen Collection Cups
  • Porschia J., Community Health Fellow, Connection Health
    Project: Mobile Maternal Health Clinic
  • Rebecca C., Community Health Specialist, Bethlehem Health Bureau, Pennsylvania
    Project: Condom Dispenser Project
  • Sharon B., Program Coordinator, Wisconsin Division of Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Let’s Get Simple: Reducing Jargon with Plain Language
  • Tasha B., Clinic Manager, Metro Public Health Department, Tennessee
    Project: MPHD Nurse Mentorship Program
  • Tiffany L., Director of Personal Health Services, Winnebago County Health Department, Illinois
    Project: Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program Caseload
  • Katy F., Accreditation Coordinator, Kenton-Hardin Health Department, Ohio
    Project: Succession Planning and Cross-Training
  • Kelli J., Community Engagement Manager, Columbus Public Health
    Project: Centralized Doula Registry
  • Yaz G., Medical Entomologist, City of Brownsville
    Project: Enhancing Waste Management to Reduce Mosquito Populations
  • Alison E., Public Health Nurse, Sheboygan County Division of Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Increasing Latent Tuberculosis Compliance and Completion Rates
  • Bailey W., Public Health Nurse, Sheboygan County Division of Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Increasing Latent Tuberculosis Compliance and Completion Rates
  • Amy D., Public Information Officer, South Central Public Health District, Idaho
    Project: Encouraging Stigma Reduction Behavioral Change through Storytelling in Targeted Mass Media Campaigns
  • Cathy G., Dental Hygienist, Metro Public Health Department, Tennessee
    Project: Speak Now!
  • Charissa F., Public Health Nurse, Grant County Health Department
    Project: Quality Improvement Plan: WIC Program
  • Derrick A., Public Health Information System Specialist, Community Health Access and Navigation in Tennessee, Tennessee
    Project: Time for Change
  • Eryn M., Public Health Nurse, Portage County Division of Public Health
    Project: Increasing Breastfeeding Initiation and Duration Rates in Prenatal Program
  • Jasmine P., Public Health Nurse, Metro Public Health Department, Tennessee
    Project: Assisting Patients with Establishing Prenatal Care
  • Jazmine N., Senior Office Support Representative, Metro Public Health Department, Tennessee
    Project: The First Responder Meal Initiative Program
  • Julisa H., Emergency Preparedness Personnel, Metro Public Health Department, Tennessee
    Project: Increasing Resource Availability in Underserved Areas
  • Linda B., Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Wisconsin
    Project: Understanding the Needs of Lead and Asbestos Certified Workers in Wisconsin
  • Maleah A., Director of Health Equity, Virginia Beach Department of Public Health, Virginia
    Project: Language Access for Population Health in Virginia Beach
  • Mary Ellen A., Public Health Nurse, Metro Public Health Department, Tennessee
    Project: Enhance Intercultural Communications in School Health Curriculum
  • Megan M., Community Health Educator, Marinette County Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Individuals with six or more repeat calls per year to the Adapt crisis line
  • Michaya R., Community Health Coordinator, Metro Public Health Department, Tennessee
    Project: CHW Initiative at Metro
  • Miracle N., Senior Office Support Representative, Metro Public Health Department, Tennessee
    Project: The First Responder Meal Initiative Program
  • Monal D., Public Health Nurse, Kane County Public Health, Illinois
    Project: Tuberculosis: Protecting Lives through Prevention and Control
  • Monica W., STI Surveillance, Metro Public Health Department, Tennessee
    Project: Tackling Maternal and Congenital Syphilis in Tennessee
  • Nicole D., Public Health Nurse, McDonough County Health Department, Illinois
    Project: No More Elephants in the Room: Decreasing Mental Health Stigma Through Community Awareness to Improve Access to Care in Rural Illinois
  • Paria S., Public Health Pharmacist, CDC, Wisconsin
    Project: Role of the Pharmacist in Improving Medication Access
  • Sara M., Public Health Nurse, Public Health Madison & Dane County, Wisconsin
    Project: TB Testing Clinics

The following graduates participated in a state-based cohort in Illinois, sponsored by the Illinois Department of Public Health and UIC Policy, Practice, and Prevention Research Center.

  • Alecia B.
  • Amy D.
  • Anthony U.
  • Audrey S.
  • Chattie M.
  • Conner B.
  • DonnaMarie C.
  • Erika N.
  • Lupita S.
  • Haley S.
  • Hossein M.
  • JD R.
  • Jennifer C.
  • John R.
  • MicKayla S.
  • Noah F.
  • Quentin M.
  • Stacy B.
  • Sydni H.
  • Tiffani S.
  • Andrea D., Community Health Planner, Otter Tail County Public Health, Minnesota
    Project: Promoting PMQI Culture
  • Arely T.G., Medical Interpreter, Public Health Madison and Dane County, Wisconsin
    Project: Improving Language Access at PHMDC
  • Bailey S., Community Health Planner, Wood County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Addressing the Impact of Technology and Social Media on Youth Mental Health
  • Christine S., Public Health Nurse, Calumet County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Let’s Own Our Numbers: Managing Immunization Waivers
  • Deandra F., Public Health Nurse, Metro Public Health Department of Nashville/Davidson County, Tennessee
    Project: Reversing Type 2 Diabetes in Adults
  • Emma T., Marketing Manager, City-County Health District, North Dakota
    Project: Aligning Aquatic Regulations Across North Dakota
  • Fallon G., Environmental Health Specialist, Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation, Alaska
    Project: Bingo-cize in Bristol Bay
  • Kacie, Public Health Nurse, Wisconsin
    Project: Improving PHQ-9/Edinburgh Screenings by NFP Nurses in first 3 month postpartum
  • Maria Laura L., Medical Interpreter, Public Health Madison and Dane County, Wisconsin
    Project: Improving Language Access at PHMDC
  • Molly, Public Health Supervisor, Wisconsin
    Project: Strengthening Leadership and Efficiency in the Communicable Disease Program through the Addition of a Supervisory Role
  • Noel W., Health Educator, Union County Health Department
    Project: Improving Staff Experience through QI
  • Sara C., Public Health Supervisor, Public Health Madison and Dane County, Wisconsin
    Project: Improving Language Access at PHMDC
  • Timesha B., Vaccine Specialist
    Project: Diversifying Public Health Funding to Strengthen Program Sustainability
  • Allegra W., Public Health Nurse
    Project: Dr. Sears Vaccine Schedule vs CDC Vaccine Schedule
  • Andrea, Infection Prevention Specialist
    Project: Increasing Awareness of Carbapenemase-Producing Organisms
  • Andrew M., Public Health Nurse, Wayne County Health Department, Michigan
    Project: Improving TB Treatment Comprehension Among Limited English Proficiency Patients through Interpretation Services
  • Bryon D., Community Health Department Supervisor, Red Cliff Community Health Center, Wisconsin
    Project: Let’s do a CHA (Community Health Assessment)
  • Courtney T., Health Educator, Marathon County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Proper Vape Disposal: Protecting Health, Schools, and the Environment
  • Liz A., Outbreak Specialist
    Project: Increasing Awareness of Carbapenemase-Producing Organisms
  • Emilie M., Registered Nurse, Outagamie County, Wisconsin
    Project: Creating a Chronic Disease Prevention Coalition
  • Erin B., Health Education Specialist
    Project: Integration of Independent Living Specialists and Arthritis Appropriate Evidence-Based Interventions
  • Erin B., Grant and Support Specialist, Metro Public Health Department of Nashville & Davidson County, Tennessee
    Project: Assessing Customer Satisfaction to Strengthen Public Health Service Delivery
  • Gabi D., Harm Reduction Health Educator, NKY Health Department, Kentucky
    Project: Fentanyl Test Strip Dispensers: Increasing Community Access to Fentanyl Test Strips
  • Kaela S., Workforce Development Instructional Coordinator, Division of Public Health and Human Services, Montana
    Project: PHSD CLIMB – Implementing a Leadership Development Program
  • Kaitlyn H., Public Health Nurse, City of Franklin Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Reducing Stigma in Postpartum Mental Health through Community Touchpoints
  • Lucas T., Emergency Preparedness Personnel, City of Milwaukee Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Mold and Community Assessment for Public Health Emergency Response
  • Mary A., Wildfire Smoke Coordinator, Division of Public Health and Human Services, Montana
    Project: Public Health Response for Wildfire Smoke Events
  • Melissa B., Emergency Management Specialist & Volunteer Management Coordinator, Division of Public Health and Human Services, Montana
    Project: Montana Healthcare Mutal Aid System Survey
  • Morgan R., Public Health Educator, Marathon County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Public Health Vending Machine Product Expansion
  • Sandra A., Prevention Educator, Metro Public Health Department of Nashville & Davidson County, Tennessee
    Project: Bridging the Gap: Outreach Education for Opioid, Mental Health & Counseling
  • Sandy T., Deputy State Registrar, Office of Vital Records, Montana
    Project: Montana Hospital Worksheet
  • Sydney A., Registered Nurse, Grant County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Combating Chronic Disease with Free Wellness Checks
  • Victoria F., Project Coordinator, Violent Death Reporting System, Montana
    Project: Examining the Influence of Social Determinants of Health on Suicide Rates Across Counties

The following graduates participated in a state-based cohort in Iowa, sponsored by the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services.

  • Alecia A., Health Educator
    Project: Improving Food Access in Black Hawk County
  • Addie O., Communications Supervisor
    Project: Optimizing PCHD Social Media Content to Increase Engagement
  • Elizabeth K., HIV/Hepatitis Program Manager
    Project: Iowa PrEP Inclusion Project
  • Grace S., Public Health Director
    Project: Creation and Implementation of Accessible Community Social Services Database
  • Jenifer R., Administrator
    Project: More Clinics, More Care: Increasing Access through Evidence-Based Practice
  • Jessa K., Public Health Coordinator
    Project: Increase HPV vaccination rates
  • Jessica L., Nurse Administrator
    Project: Improving Organizational Readiness through Succession Planning
  • Jordyn B., Health Educator
    Project: Nourish Your Knowledge: Lunch & Learn with Grundy County Clinics
  • Kari T., Oral Health Consultant
    Project: Improve Efficiency in Dental Care by Conducting Radiographs in School-Based Programs
  • Kristy K., Contract Specialist
    Project: Improving the Intergovernmental Claims Approval Process
  • Laura P., Community Health Consultant
    Project: Coordination of Work Groups for Statewide HEAL Partnership
  • Lexie S., Program Coordinator
    Project: Breastfeeding Support in the Workplace: Iowa HHS Training Initiative
  • Lindsey E., Public Health Nurse
    Project: Improving Influenza Prevention for Adults Age 65 and Older
  • Madison G., Administrative Aide I
    Project: Improving Inactive TB Treatment Adherence
  • Makaela N., Environmental & Local Public Health Bureau Secretary
    Project: Improving Community Awareness to Free Resources
  • Mandi M., Public Health Nurse
    Project: Improving Access to Contraceptives and STI Preventative Resources
  • Megan R., Public Health Director
    Project: Improving Chuukese Interpreter Access
  • Pamela H., Administrator
    Project: Family Planning & STI Outreach: Improving Access & Education
  • Sydney G., Public Health Director
    Project: Coughs and Cooling Towers: Local Legionella Outbreak Response
  • Adelina P., Community Inclusion Specialist, Department of Public Health & Environment
    Project: Stories for Change: Integrating Storytelling into MCH Practices
  • Carly T., Public Health Nurse Lead, Iowa County Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: From Insight to Impact: Using Community and Health Department Survey Data to Improve Local Public Health Social Media Engagement
  • Dalia M., Resilient Communities Messaging Coordinator, Metro Nashville Department of Health, Tennessee
    Project: Resilient Communities Toolkit Series
  • Heather B., Project Coordinator, Purdue University – Center for Community Health Enhancement and Learning, Indiana
    Project: Continuum of Quality Improvement after Identification of Elevated Blood Lead Levels in Children
  • Kathryn C., Registered Nurse, Jefferson County Public Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Create and Distribute a PUMP Act Guide to support local workplaces in creating a designated lactation space
  • Melissa H., Registered Nurse – School Health Program, Metro Nashville Department of Health, Tennessee
    Project: The effect of changes in legislation requiring parental consent for treatment in schools
  • Mollie B., Environmental Health Educator, St. Clair County Health Department, Michigan
    Project: Radon Awareness and Testing
  • Ruth L., Public Health Education Supervisor, Texas
    Project: Using a Project Charter to Improve Implementation of School-Based Health Services
  • Trina B., Public Health Nurse, Oak Creek Health Department, Wisconsin
    Project: Program Evaluation Implementation

The following public health nurses graduated from the Virginia Department of Health state-based cohort.

  • Ashley A, Rappahannock Area Health District
    Project: Vaccine Management and Reform
  • Breanne H, New River Health District
    Project: Empowered options
  • Desirea S, Richmond City Health District
    Project: Vaccinate before you Graduate: Maximizing 12th Grade Vaccine Compliance
  • Eliece S, Chesterfield City Health District
    Project: Enhancing Community Partnerships with Daycares to Reduce Incidence of Disease
  • Kandice W, Virginia Department of Health
    Project: MRHD Babycare Program
  • Kyia P, Virginia Department of Health
    Project: The Impact of Nurse Residency Programs / Preceptorship on New to Public Health Nurses
  • Linda K, Prince William Health District
    Project: Improving Clinic Workflow Efficiency Through Electronic Pre Registration
  • Tanya F, Prince William Health District
    Project: Show Up and Show Out
  • Mayra M, Prince William Health District
    Project: Show Up and Show Out
  • Miranda A, Richmond Henrico Health Districts
    Project: Care & Compliance
  • Sydney S, Spotsylvania Health Department
    Project: Implementing the use of pre/post clinic checklist at
  • Sydney T, Lord Fairfax Health District
    Project: The Heart of the Matter: Examining Local, Regional, & State CHD Incidence
  • Theia W, Norfolk Health District
    Project: Improving Medication Adherence in Older Adults with Chronic Conditions

The following graduates participated in a state-based cohort in Illinois, sponsored by the Illinois Department of Public Health and UIC Policy, Practice, and Prevention Research Center.

  • Andrew L.
  • Anna B.
  • Cassidy W.
  • Cynthia M.
  • Darcy D.
  • Diana W.
  • Dione T.
  • Edyta C.
  • Emily L.
  • Eugenia O.
  • Gertrude K.
  • Graci S.
  • Grecia T.
  • Haley K.
  • Jacqueline S.
  • Jasmine B.
  • Jeni V.
  • Jennifer M.
  • Joshua U.
  • Julia S.
  • Juta W.
  • Katelynne G.
  • Kendra M.
  • Kimberly C.
  • Matthew B.
  • Michael M.
  • Nicholas A.
  • Rabia B.
  • Ravi J.
  • Richa P.
  • Ruthie C.
  • Shawntell J.
  • Sherry M.
  • Sorsha U.
  • Tiffany A.
  • Allison L., Community Engagement Specialist, Clay County Public Health Center, Missouri
    Project: FMNP Vouchers in Clay County, MO
  • Ankita P., Research Assistant, I-STEM Education Initiative, Illinois
    Project: Bridging the Gap: County-Extended Referral Pathways from Primary Care to Community-Based Physical Activity Programs
  • Christopher S., Sanitarian, City of Worcester, Massachusetts
    Project: Beyond the Food Inspection: Reducing Food Safety Violations through Inspector-Led Education in Worcester
  • Hannah D., Outreach Coordinator, Town of South Hadley Public Health, Massachusetts
    Project: Expanding Harm Reduction Service & Naloxone Access
  • Hannah M., Public Health Nurse, Denver Health, Colorado
    Project: In-School Immunization Program
  • Kevin R., Outreach Prevention Education Coordinator, Metro Public Health Department, Tennessee
    Project: Improving Awareness of Behavioral Health Resources through Community Outreach
  • Krysta D., Public Health Nurse, Wisconsin
    Project: Increasing Access to Health Foods
  • Lauren A., Director of Public and Community Health, Town of Hudson, Massachusetts
    Project: Building a More Supportive Community for Maternal Mental Health
  • Leah A., Regional Data/Administrative Support, Birth to Five Illinois, Illinois
    Project: Advancing Child & Community Well-being: Expanding Access to Trauma-Informed Care and Social-Emotional Learning
  • Nancy B., Public Health Specialist
    Project: Community Newsletter Initiative
  • Shawn C., Public Health Nurse
    Project: Decreasing Falls through Fall Prevention Programming
  • Sydney B., Environmental Health Specialist, Watertown Department of Public Health, Wisconsin
    Project: Targeted Outreach & Intervention for Nitrate Contamination in Jefferson County Wells