“My experience in the Department of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology gave me individualized attention.  This type of attention catered to my interests and helped to cultivate my research ideas.  The faculty and staff possess a wide range of expertise in the field of public health which enhanced my experience within the program.”

Martinique Free, MPH ’06
South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Human Services Specialist

“I had the privilege of working with professors who truly cared about my success and were true leaders and innovative thinkers in their respective fields. Pitt not only offered academic opportunities, it also offered ample opportunities to get involved in a variety of communities from HIV infected populations to survivors of domestic violence to children in urban schools. There is always an opportunity to do more at Pitt. Currently, I am a pursuing a medical degree and I look forward to combining this new knowledge with my education from Pitt to effect change in our communities for a healthier world. ”

Roseanne Guzman, MPH ‘06
University of Rochester, Medical School Student

IDM offered “outstanding and highly productive professional relationship with my advisor and the access to novel research methods.”

Chris Keller, PhD ’05
Lake Erie College, Lecturer  

“Within the first six months of being in GSPH, I became a vegetarian and an environmental activist. Within a year, I started working at a needle exchange program, advocating for human rights. My entire experience has been life changing and will be part of me forever. ”

Ashley J. Limkemann, MPH ‘06
Wright State University, Medical School Student