Dean's

Newsletter


Summer Edition

July 12, 2023

Dean's Letter


Greetings Summer! This summer issue includes various updates and transitions within the School of Public Health. We are so excited to inform and connect with you!

Meet the New Dean

LATEST NEWS

School of Public Health earns high ranking from U.S. News & World Report


U.S. News & World Report has ranked Loma Linda University School of Public Health #55 in the discipline of public health in its annual ranking of top graduate schools.

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Mother-daughter duo graduate at the School of Public Health


In an inspiring display of dedication and unwavering support, Dawn Lewis, DrPH, MPH, MPH, MAS, and her daughter Imani Daunne Lewis, MPH, proudly walked side-by-side into the Drayson Center for the 2023 commencement services on Friday, June 9th, to receive their public health degrees from Loma Linda University School of Public Health.

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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

Kara Zografos, DrPH, MPH


SPH Alumna Kara Zografos, DrPH, MPH, graduated from the Loma Linda University School of Public Health (LLUSPH) with a doctorate in health education with a concentration in epidemiology. Her journey has led her to become the new Associate Dean of the College of Health and Human Services at Fresno State University, effective August 1, 2023. 

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Connect with us!


We’re interested in hearing from you! Please update us on any developments you have experienced since receiving your School of Public Health diploma.

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SPH Devotional Book: Share Your Story


Loma Linda University (LLU) School of Public Health is launching an initiative to gather inspirational public health stories into a daily devotional book.

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FACULTY INVOLVEMENT

Ryan Sinclair Mentioned in the High Country News


Ryan Sinclair, MPH, DrPH, Loma Linda University School of Public Health faculty member, leads a study exploring the complex environmental and health concerns plaguing the communities around California's Salton Sea, striving to unravel the challenges and identify effective solutions for a sustainable future.

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Team of Faculty Publish Paper


Anna Nelson, DrPH, MPH, Jerry W. Lee, PhD, Seth A. Wiafe, PhD, Matheni Sathananthan, MD, and Katie Viehmann-Wical, DrPH, MCHES, RRT-NPS , (Left to right) recently published a paper titled "Anticipating Sabbath Predicts Higher Quality Sleep: A Longitudinal Adventist Study"

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ALUMNI INVOLVEMENT

Regina Moore-Ude Dissertation Published in Cureus Journal of Medical Sciences 


Regina Moore-Ude, DrPH, MSHSA, MBA, had her 2020 dissertation published in the Cureus Journal of Medical Sciences. The publication involved collaboration with R. Patti Herring, Mohamed Ismail, Keiji Oda, Khaled Bahjri, Wenes P. Reis, Josileide Gaio, and Hildemar Dos Santos. Congratulations to Regina and the team for this outstanding achievement.

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RECENT EVENTS

2023 Commencement


The 2023 Commencement at SPH was an extraordinary occasion, marking a significant milestone in the lives of our graduates. It fills us with immense pride to witness the accomplishments of these exceptional individuals. The atmosphere was charged with excitement and anticipation as our esteemed doctoral students assembled for the momentous hooding ceremony, a symbolic rite of passage signifying their scholarly achievements. 

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Careers in Public Health 2023


Prospective students embarked on a 3-day journey at the Careers in Public Health event! Students explored diverse areas of public health, engaging with current students, faculty, and staff. From interactive activities to program exploration, it was an information-packed experience where prospective students had the chance to dive deep into the world of public health.


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COMMENCEMENT AWARDEES

Congratulations to our 2023 commencement awardees! We are so proud of all that you have accomplished!

President's Award


Abigail E. Clarke, Ph.D, MPH

Dean's Award


Hena Dhir, MD, MPH

Dean's Award



Chanell L. Grismore, DrPH, MPH

Dean's Award


Alaa A. Alabadi-Bierman, DrPH, MPH

University Humanitarian Award


Albin H. Grohar, PhD

School Alumnus of the Year


Diana Ibrahim, MPH

School Distinguished Faculty Service Award


R. Patricia (Patti) Herring Ph.D, MA

University Humanitarian Award


Jarrod B. McNaughton, MBA, FACHE

UPCOMING EVENTS

July

13

Adventist Health Message and Longevity

Director of the DrPH Preventive Care Program, Hidemar Dos Santos, MD, DrPH, will be speaking at The Adventist Health Message Series from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. PST.

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July

20

Adventist Health Message

Director of the DrPH Preventive Care Program, Hidemar Dos Santos, MD, DrPH, will be speaking at The Adventist Health Message Series from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. PST about inspirational stories.

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July

27

The Lifestyle Power

Medical Director of La Carlota Lifestyle Medicine Center at the Montemorelos University Mexico, Hector Murillo, MD, will be speaking at the Adventist Health Message Series from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. PST.

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September

18

New Online Student Virtual Orientation

September

25

Welcome Back Bash

New On-Campus Student Orientation

September

25

First Day of School


JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Public Health Law Fellowship

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NGO Job Board

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CDC Evaluation Fellowship 

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Healthy Communities Coordinator

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Community Health Coordinator

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