On Monday, June 17, 2024, we convened virtually for the much-anticipated Public Health U All Hands Meeting. The meeting was attended by PHU alumni, recent graduates, teaching assistants, dedicated volunteers, staff, and leadership. This virtual gathering provided an exciting opportunity for our community to connect, appreciate PHU’s remarkable work, and discuss our future plans. We also took this opportunity to honor the legion of volunteers, alumni, and teaching assistants, the backbone of our community.
Sustainability & Growth
Our All Hands Meeting provided the perfect platform to showcase our upcoming plans for sustainability and new projects. We are committed to ensuring the longevity of our initiatives and expanding their reach. In collaboration with our dedicated Instructional Design Team, we have made considerable strides in adding comprehensive study materials to our courses. We aim to enhance learning experiences and outcomes for all our students. These enhancements underscore our commitment to delivering high-quality and impactful education.
Honoring Our Community
The moment we were all waiting for was acknowledging our incredible team of volunteers. Significant time during the meeting was dedicated to celebrating the tireless efforts of our hardworking volunteer community. These established health professionals from various parts of the world bring diverse backgrounds and expertise, propelling us forward and allowing us to make a tangible impact. The awardees are as follows:
- Outstanding Public Health Volunteer Team Lead – Magali Collonnaz
- Volunteer Leadership Award – Thirumagal Kanagasabai
- Proactive Volunteer Award – Godfrey Yiki
- Educator of the Year Award – Diederike Geelhoed
- Legacy of Excellence Award – Valeria Reynolds
- Volunteer Legacy Award – Prabin Shrestha
- Consistent Contributor Award – Everistus Ibekwe
- Exemplary Supervisor Award – Jan Fizzell
- Trailblazer Alumni Award – Sulaiman F. Mansaray
- Most Outstanding Student – Maryam Musa
- Excellence in Teaching Assistantship Award – Lahpai Tu
To further highlight the impact of our volunteers, here are a few reflections they shared during the meeting:
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The PHU All Hands Meeting was a great success. The time was well spent reflecting on our journey, discussing our plans for the future, and, most importantly, recognizing and appreciating our volunteers. For many, it was an opportunity to meet for the first time and socialize. We look forward to hosting more events, recognizing our volunteers, and building our community.
Our vision for the future remains clear: to promote public health education and cultivate healthier communities globally. To achieve this, we need you!
We’re always eager to welcome new volunteers to our community. Whether you’re a veteran in public health, a budding student, or someone passionate about making a difference, there’s a place for you at Public Health U. Join us today and help us shape the future of public health education!
Reisha Narine
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