MD-MPH grad hopes to put at-risk communities first
"Most of these patients who have worse diabetic retinopathy belong to vulnerable populations that our free clinics serve," says Tommy Bui.
The Summer Public Health Scholars Program is a 8-week paid internship that includes hands-on experience and immersion in a public health research setting.
Scholars will attend weekly seminars and lectures with public health leaders. Faculty members will mentor interns, exposing them to the breadth of public health. Interested students should identify up to 2 faculty members with whom they would like to work. More information about each faculty member, including a broad description of their research interests can be found here.
Applicants must have a bachelor's degree and be enrolled as a full-time student in an Augusta University graduate or professional degree program. Applicants must be in good academic standing with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4-point scale).
The application deadline will be March 1, 2023.
2. Submit Resume
You will need to submit a resume or CV containing current GPA via email with the e-mail
header "2023 Summer Scholars Resume"
School of Public Health
"Most of these patients who have worse diabetic retinopathy belong to vulnerable populations that our free clinics serve," says Tommy Bui.
“Theirs is a journey of compassion for all, dedication to education and a bold vision to guide AU and our entire region forward,” says Henry Ingram.
“When I met with the school’s leadership and faculty, I saw a lot of excitement, passion and energy for the direction the school is heading," says Aaron Kruse-Diehr, PhD.
“Research shows that kids gain three to five times the amount of weight over the summer than they do in the remainder of the school year,” says Lauren von Klinggraeff, PhD.