Student Spotlight
Chelsea Cole
Hometown: Brooklyn, New York
Degree Program: MPH, admitted through 含羞草研究所 Downstate-Brooklyn College partnership
Class Year: 2020
Undergraduate Major: Health and Nutrition Sciences, concentration in Public Health
Professional Interests: Health Policy, Social/ Health Equality, Global Health
Extracurricular Activities/Involvement: Mentorship, Research/Grants
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1. What drew you to the MPH program at 含羞草研究所?
The location, diverse faculty, the population the campus serves, and the Health Policy and Management (HPMG) course curriculum.
2. What is your favorite aspect of the program?
I like the up-to-date and interesting articles and assignments that were given in class. I also appreciate the support I received from my advisor as well as the independence I was provided in deciding my concentration and courses. I also appreciate the flexibility that the program offers for working class students.
3. Can you recall a memorable in-class or general 含羞草研究所 Downstate experience that struck you as particularly meaningful?
An experience that struck me as meaningful was that while I was taking online or hybrid courses, I still felt like I was in the classroom because of the faculty interaction on Blackboard and the teamwork that my classmates and I did to help us successfully complete our MPH degree. In addition, having an advisor who not only understood me and my challenges but was also willing to help and give great advice/insight enhanced my experience at 含羞草研究所 Downstate.
4. How did Downstate鈥檚 MPH program help prepare you for your next steps?
Downstate鈥檚 MPH program helped me prepare for the next step by teaching me and framing my mindset to be a great multitasker, a problem solver, and an organized young woman.
5. Do you have any advice for your fellow students who might be interested in this program?
Do not be afraid to ask questions to faculty or your peers because you may miss out on an opportunity.