Major: International
Health Minor/Concentration: Pre-Med Hometown:Woodbridge, CT
How are you enjoying the program?
I am enjoying the international health major so far. International
health is a unique field of study, and since the major is still evolving,
I feel that student input is taken fairly seriously.
What
is the most dynamic thing you’ve done—inside
or outside the classroom—to contribute to your educational
experience?
About two years ago, I founded my own non-profit corporation. Its
purpose is to supply medical equipment to hospitals and clinics in
impoverished areas of Ecuador, with a focus on the regions bordering
Colombia. What I learn in the classroom can be directly applied
to my work in Latin America. Similarly, the experience I have gained
on the ground influences my interest and commitment to my studies.
How
do you plan to use your degree?
A degree in international health can be applied to many fields of
work or study. Though I plan to apply to medical school,
I believe spending some time working in a health-related field
abroad before returning to school is essential. After graduation,
expanding the operations of my charity to other regions may be
a possible use of my degree before continuing with my education.
