Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH)
MSPH Student Community
Worship of God through Service to Mankind
The MSPH program strives to provide excellent education in the public health; placing special emphasis on providing opportunities to people of color and individuals from disadvantaged and underrepresented backgrounds, regardless of race or ethnicity; delivering high quality health services; and conducting research that foster the elimination of health disparities. Our students come from all over the United States as well as the international community.
Student organizations include: The Graduate Student Association as well as the Division of Public Health Practice (DPHP) Student Association. Our students are a vital part of the MSPH program and are encouraged to attend meetings, and give input into the MSPH program. Students have participated in community service projects and activities such as Hands on Nashville, The Nashville AIDS walk, and Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, and High School Takeover. Professional and personal friendships that last a lifetime are formed around the Meharry Medical College MSPH experience.
Purpose
The DPHPSA promote graduate education and research at Meharry Medical College, encourage positive relationships between the students, staff, faculty, and administration of the College, and promote growth and progress of the students. Moreover, the DPHPSA shall demonstrate the good will of the college to the surrounding community by improving its condition using organized activities which will address particular issues at hand.
Objectives
- To foster a spirit of unity within the MSPH program amongst all students, faculty, and administration.
- To stimulate all students of Meharry Medical College to support and actively engage in activities that encourages and promotes public health.
- To serve as an educational unit to the community, raising the awareness of health and health disparities.
- To provide a means for equitable review for all grievances and concerns pertaining to the academic atmosphere and the quality of student life while upholding the confidentiality and trust of its members.
Membership and Meetings
Membership in the DPHPSA is open to all students enrolled in the Master of Science of Public Health Program, at Meharry Medical College. Membership will not be denied to any individual because of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or handicap.
DPHPSA Executive Board
Regular meetings of the DPHPSA executive board are held biweekly during the academic year.
Regular Meetings – DPHPSA General Student Body
Regular meetings of the DPHE body are held once a month during the academic year.
