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SPPH doctoral students named UBC Health Equity Scholars

Chelsey Perry and Katherine White have joined the second cohort of Health Equity Scholars representing both UBC Vancouver and Okanagan.

From Nursing to Occupational Health: Stephanie Wu’s journey to public health excellence

Meet Stephanie Wu, a Master of Science student at UBC’s School of Population and Public Health, specializing in Occupational and Environmental Hygiene (OEH). With a background in nursing and biology, Stephanie’s interest in public health began during her undergraduate studies. This year, Stephanie has been recognized with several prestigious awards for her exceptional achievements. She […]

Two SPPH students awarded Bill Meekison Memorial Scholarship in Public Health

We are excited to announce that Aygun Ibrahimova, an MPH student, and Jean Damascene Makuza, a PhD candidate, have been awarded the Bill Meekison Memorial Scholarship in Public Health. Congratulations to both of them! Aygun Ibrahimova is an incoming second-year Master of Public Health student at UBC, holding the highest GPA in her cohort from […]

MSc OEH student Chizitara Nkwopara’s journey to improving construction worker mental health

Meet Chizitara Nkwopara, a graduate student at UBC’s School of Population and Public Health, specializing in Occupational and Environmental Hygiene. With a Bachelor’s in Physiology and five years as a Health Safety and Environment Professional in Nigeria, her research focuses on the mental health and well-being of young and new construction workers. Her findings aim […]