Cohorts

Ligia Maria Alfaro-Cruz

School: East Tennessee State University
Degree: Master of Public Health
Placement: Communicable and Environmental Diseases and Emergency Preparedness

This semester I worked with Shamia Roberts to expand education in Viral Hepatitis C screening, diagnosis, and management in the pediatric population. During this semester, we were able to create didactic presentations, as well as brochures and small Q&A sessions with local healthcare providers in Northeast Tennessee, bringing updates of the new guidelines focusing on early screening. From my internship, I feel I was able to translate my theoretical knowledge into practice, visiting our communities and learning more about ongoing medical practices. As I plan to graduate this year from my Master of Public Health program from East Tennessee State University, I plan to continue working on expanding education across the State.

Melissa Allison

School: George Washington University
Degree: Master of Public Health
Placement: Communicable and Environmental Diseases and Emergency Preparedness, Hospital Associated Infections and Antimicrobial Resistance (HAI-AR) Program

This semester I worked with Jessica A. Burns on the hospital acquired infections infection preventionist team within the Communicable and Environmental Diseases and Emergency Preparedness Division. My project was to perform a water management needs assessment of long term care facilities within the state to prevent waterborne diseases. This included educating facilities on best practices, collecting data in the REDCap system, creating a step-by-step guidebook to get them started, and analysis of the data through Excel and Tableau and sharing that data with the facilities. I feel I have bettered my skills in data analysis and health education. I will be completing my Master's Degree in Public Health from George Washington University before looking for public health opportunities utilizing my infection prevention and epidemiology skills.

Benjamin Antwi

School: Middle Tennessee State University
Degree: Master of Public Health
Placement: Communicable and Environmental Diseases and Emergency Preparedness

During my internship at the Tennessee Department of Health's COVID-19 Cluster Response Team, I played a key role in transitioning a data quality project from production to development status in REDCap and conducted thorough analyses to address internal data quality issues. Within this project, I conducted a data entry audit using information from past COVID-19 clusters to address internal data quality issues. I developed a basic idea that the COVID-19 Cluster Response team had for a project and transformed it into a thorough analysis that gave the team useful insights into areas that could be improved upon to make the data more robust.  In my second project, using CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index (CDC/ATSDR SVI) data, I compared COVID-19 cluster surveillance data of nursing homes across Tennessee based on the county social vulnerability status. The results showed a higher COVID-19 burden for nursing homes in higher socially vulnerable counties, emphasizing the need to address health disparities.  I learned to use various software applications such as REDCap, NEDSS, SAS, and Tableau and improved and received certification for ArcGIS Pro. I used Venngage to develop reports for communication of the project findings.

Carla Augustin

School: Austin Peay State University
Degree: Bachelor of Science, Public Health
Placement: Mid-Cumberland Regional Health Office

This semester I worked with Jessica Hawley to create an OBGYN resource list for our Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) syphilis team. I was also able to shadow different health department workers to see how everyone comes together to support the people of Tennessee. I feel that I have bettered my skills in peer-to-peer communication, infographic making, and administrative duties. I hope to start my master’s degree in public health this coming fall, and I believe everything that I learned at the Mid-Cumberland Regional Office will help me accomplish my professional and career goals. 

Bessie Boclaire

School: Nashville State Community College
Degree: Associate of Applied Science, Administrative and Professional Technology
Placement: Health Licensure and Regulation

This semester, I was able to use my current role as a Regularity Board Administrative Assistant II to complete my internship requirements. During my internship, I was able to gain more knowledge about the Tennessee Department of Health and the different roles that are available. I also had the opportunity to work closely with healthcare professionals and learn about the various regulations and policies that govern public health. While I continue my career with TDH, I will be transferring to Austin Peay State University to complete my bachelor’s degree, majoring in business administration with human resources as my concentration. I am excited to continue growing professionally and contributing to the important work of the Tennessee Department of Health

Rebeca Cisneros Rivera

School: Austin Peay State University
Degree: Bachelor of Science, Health Care Management
Placement: Wilson County Health Department

This semester, I worked with Adalberto Valdez and Elesha Taylor to plan, organize, and launch a Mental Health Fair for Wilson County. This is a county-wide event to launch and promote the newly created Mental Health Committee that formed under the guidance of Mayor Hutto to streamline mental health services, remove, or reduce any gaps for treatment or services, and to see how community partners and stakeholders can better work together to ensure everyone has access to the care they need. During this internship, I have seen how confident I have grown in speaking in meetings, participating in community outreach events, and learning new platforms such as Canva Pro and PowerPoint. I also got to see firsthand the various budgets that the county health director must manage and was able to sit in at the annual Board of Health meeting with all the supervisors. This will help me tremendously in my professional life and will be useful when I go back to Austin Peay State University for my Master’s in Healthcare Administration. My goal is to join the Tennessee Department of Health in an administrative or program guidance capacity to serve my community and the State of Tennessee. I believe in helping the community and know I will find my way working as a public health professional.

Lauren Clayton

School: Belmont University
Degree: Bachelor of Science, Public Health
Placement: Mid-Cumberland Regional Health Office

This semester I worked with Misty Claude at the Communty Health and Wellness Office at the Mid-Cumberland Regional Office to improve and expand my knowledge of Health Education. Over the semester I was able to attend Health Council meetings of various counties, utilize Canva and Microsoft software to create educational / promotional content, and assist in the planning and execution of community events. Through my internship I have been able to better my public speaking skills, interpersonal communication, and get an accurate view of what a career in public health could look like. With what I've learned I hope to earn my Master's in Public Health at East Tennessee State University and persue a career in Health Education.

Anna Marie Cooksey

School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Degree: Master of Public Health, Community Health Education
Placement: East Regional Health Office, CEDS

This semester, I worked with the East Region Communicable and Environmental Disease Department (CEDS) to develop resources for providers regarding syphilis. During my internship I was able to attend trainings, work with multiple CEDS team members, and practice both epidemiological and community health education principles. I will be graduating in May with my Master of Public Health Degree from The University of Tennessee, Knoxville. I have already passed my Certified Health Education Specialist exam and have accepted a position serving as the public health educator for Grainger and Union Counties.

Enrique Covarrubias

School: Austin Peay State University
Degree: Bachelor of Science, Management
Placement: Wilson County Health Department

Lauren Davis

School: University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
Degree: Master of Public Health, Chronic Disease Prevention
Placement: Southeast Regional Health Office, Emergency Preparedness

This semester I worked with Robert Goff and Sydney Clark to develop a plan for feeding infants in emergency shelters. The plan provides a comprehensive list of items that would help parents or caregivers feed their infant, such as manual breast pumps, information for lactation support, bottles, wash basins, formula, and many other items. I feel the internship has provided me with a better understanding of public health, and I have a better understanding of how the Tennessee Department of Health operates. This has been a wonderful experience and this experience has made me more confident in my abilities to collaborate with others.

Catherine Fuko

School: East Tennessee State University
Degree: Master of Public Health, Epidemiology
Placement: Northeast Regional Health Office, Epidemiology

During my enriching internship at the Northeast Regional Health Office under the Tennessee Department of Health (TDH), I collaborated closely with a team of seasoned professionals. Sarah Boop, (CEDS director), served as my preceptor, guiding me through the intricacies of public health practice. Alongside Sarah, Hopelyn Mooney, the esteemed regional epidemiologist, provided invaluable insights into epidemiological methods and strategies. Additionally, working alongside Dr. David Kirschke, the esteemed Regional Medical Director, provided me with unique insights into research and infectious epidemiology knowledge. Their collective mentorship not only facilitated my acquisition of hands-on experience but also honed my critical thinking abilities, laying a robust foundation for my future endeavors in the field of public health.

Dionne Gray

School: Grand Canyon University
Degree: Master of Public Health, Emergency Management
Placement: Southeast Regional Health Office, Emergency Preparedness

Sydney Hall

School: University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
Degree: Master of Public Health
Placement: Southeast Regional Health Office

This semester I worked with Glenn Czarnecki in the Southeast Regional Office. During this internship I shadowed the Regional Director, and attended 8 mid year assessments, aging sectors partners meeting, a health council meeting, cultural diversity training, and regional management meeting. This experience allowed me to gain insights into various aspects of public health practice, such as community needs assessment, collaboration with local health authorities, and understanding the importance of cultural competence in healthcare delivery. Some skills I was able to improve during this time were data analysis, communication, and networking. Using what I have learned from this internship I will take with me in my future endeavors to pursue a career in healthcare administration after graduating with my Masters Degree in Public Health from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.

Natalie Hasbrooke

School: Vanderbilt University
Degree: Master of Public Health
Placement: Family Health and Wellness

Helena Horsley

School: University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
Degree: Bachelor of Science, Communication
Placement: Southeast Regional Health Office

This semester I worked with Amanda Goodhard designing graphics for the Health Department. From my internship, I feel that I've bettered my graphic design skills, grown in my knowledge of public health, and deepened my professional skills. Using what I've learned, I plan to pursue a career in Communication or business in Nashville or Chattanooga.

Skyler Hughes

School: Vanderbilt University
Degree: Master of Education, Child Studies
Placement: Strategic Initiatives

Helen Iang

School: Middle Tennessee State University
Degree: Master of Public Health
Placement: Wilson County Health Department

Obinna Ikwuka

School: East Tennessee State University
Degree: Master of Public Health, Epidemiology
Placement: Northeast Regional Health Office

This semester I worked with Sarah Boop at the Northeast Region of the Tennessee Department of Health. I Conducted data analysis on the Tennessee Department of Health Northeast Regional dataset to determine the relationship between the dental caries rate and water fluoridation in the Northeast region. I also worked on outbreak investigations. This internship provided me with experience to work with real-life data and gain valuable skills as an epidemiologist. I hope to employ the knowledge I have gained in the fight against infectious diseases.

Julianne January

School: South College
Degree: Master of Public Health
Placement: Bradley County Health Department

This semester I worked with the Bradley County Department of Health to be a project leader for Bradley County's Community Health Assessment. Although the Community Health Assessment is still in progress, doing this assessment for my Masters in Public Health practicum has given me the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the area's health needs. Over the past ten weeks, I have learned the value of public health professionals and their goal to improve the lives of as many people as possible through forming meaningful relationships with people of all ages and lifestyles. From my internship, I have learned new skills such as data visualization, presenting research to public health professionals, and communication skills that will prepare me for future networking and continuing my journey in public health. Using what I have experienced during this internship, I plan to complete my Masters in Public Health from South College and continue a new chapter in my public health journey by beginning pharmacy school at the same institution.

Sophiya Marsani

School: Middle Tennessee State University
Degree: Master of Public Health, Community Health
Placement: Wilson County Health Department

James Mason

School: East Tennessee State University
Degree: Master of Public Health, Community Health and Health Policy
Placement: Northeast Regional Health Office, Emergeny Preparedness

Nikki Mastrud

School: Emory University
Degree: Master of Public Health, Global Epidemiology
Placement: Communicable and Environmental Diseases and Emergency Preparedness, Waterborne/Zoonotic Diseases

Tevin Mathew

School: Vanderbilt University
Degree: Master of Public Health, Global Health
Placement: Region IV Intern, Traumatic Brain Injury Program

During my internship, I designed an evaluation plan for the Traumatic Brain Injury Program. I first researched other states’ methodologies for evaluating their TBI programs to inform my proposed plan. I then worked alongside an interdisciplinary team to assess the evaluation capacity of the TBI Program and to develop various deliverables, including a logic model, PEST Analysis, and Stakeholder Analysis. Utilizing these deliverables, my preceptor and I designed the evaluation questions, which led me to create surveys in English and Spanish, a focus group protocol, and a data analysis and dissemination plan. I then presented the evaluation plan to the TBI Advisory Council. Overall, I enjoyed my internship, and I am so appreciative for the TBI team for their collaboration.

Morgan O'Brien

School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Degree: Master of Public Health, Epidemiology
Placement: Communicable and Environmental Diseases and Emergency Preparedness, Foodborne and Enteric Diseases

Anthony Ozoh

School: Middle Tennessee State University
Degree: Master of Science, Health Care Informatics
Placement: Office of Informatic and Analytics, Data Governance

Suprithi Pingle

School: Emory University
Degree: Master of Public Health, Epidemiology
Placement: Newborn Screening and Birth Defects Surveillance Program

This semester I worked with the Tennessee Birth Defects Surveillance System (TNBDSS) and the Newborn Screening (NBS) programs to create informational resources to raise awareness about genetic testing and develop a surveillance system to track referral outcomes. From my internship, I have improved my research and data analysis skills and engaged in collaborative efforts with diverse public health professionals. I hope to use this knowledge as I complete my Masters in Public Health degree with a focus on Epidemiology at Emory Rollins School of Public Health and continue work in the field of maternal and child health.

Blake Qualls

School: Austin Peay State University
Degree: Bachelor of Science, Public Health
Placement: Strategic Initiatives

Jordan Shipley

School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Degree: Master of Public Health, Epidemiology
Placement: Communicable and Environmental Diseases and Emergency Preparedness, Strategic Initiatives

This semester I worked with Lindsey Ferraro on the Communicable and Environmental Diseases and Emergency Preparedness (CEDEP) Strategic Initiatives Team to evaluate the Mental Health Instructor Classes, perform a literature review on mental health in the public health workforce, and contribute to the CEDEP annual report by aggregating and visualizing data on select reportable diseases. From my internship, I've been able to develop my skills in teamwork, attention to detail, and my understanding of what public health looks like in real practice. I plan to finish my Master's in Public Health from the University of Tennessee before pursuing a further career in public relations within public health.

Yasmine Shivere

School: Vanderbilt University
Degree: Bachelor of Art, Medicine, Health, and Society
Placement: Family Health and Wellness

Tia Valentino

School: Belmont University
Degree: Bachelor of Science, Public Health
Placement: Family Health and Wellness

Kelsey Warren

School: East Tennessee State University
Degree: Master of Public Health, Community Health
Placement: Family Health and Wellness

During my internship, I had the opportunity to work on a number of projects supporting Family Health and Wellness initiatives. My primary project involved supporting the Project Diabetes grant in conducting grantee interviews to discuss the public health impact and sustainability. In addition, I worked on chronic disease resources and social media content. I look forward to applying the skills I learned in my future projects.

Ruoyu Zhang

School: Middle Tennessee State University
Degree: Master of Science, Biostatistics
Placement: Public Health Assessment, Office of the Cancer Registry

This semester I worked with Dr. Martin Whiteside to improve my intern experience by evaluating potential factors associated with lung cancer survival in Tennessee through survival analysis. The hands-on experience of conducting survival analysis with real-world data substantially strengthened my technical skills in statistical analysis, modeling, and programming using SAS software.

Lindsey E. Allison

School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Degree: Master of Public Health - Community Health Education
Placement: Monroe and Loudon County Health Departments

Abanoub S. Aziz

School: Middle Tennessee State University
Degree: Master of Science in Professional Science - Biostatistics
Placement: Division of Population Health Assessment

Experience: The main goal of my internship was to perform survival analysis on the lung cancer dataset. First, I worked on proving Kaplan-Meier graphs on all the variables. Then, I did cox regression on all the variables to explore the effects of covariants on survival time.

Kaileigh M. Cash

School: South College
Degree: Master of Public Health
Placement: Vaccine Preventable Diseases and Immunizations Program

Courtney L. Chaston

School: Tennessee Technological University
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Biology
Placement: Upper Cumberland Regional Health Office

Experience: Over the semester, I have participated in multiple projects that have given me a broad understanding of the regional health offices. My most exciting task was creating one-page infographics that explain a variety of infectious diseases. These infographics are distributed to local facilities to give public health employees a quick reference to rising diseases. Another interesting task I assisted with was rearranging data for the upcoming UDS report. This report combines all county health department data and allows the state to compare our regional averages with the state and national averages.

Maya M. Clinton

School: Western Kentucky University
Degree: Master of Healthcare Administration
Placement: Division of Health Planning

Experience: During my health planning internship, I had the opportunity to work closely with a team of experienced professionals in developing community health programs. I conducted research on health disparities and analyzed data to identify areas of improvement. I also assisted in organizing health education workshops and collaborated with community organizations to promote wellness initiatives. Overall, the internship provided me with valuable hands-on experience in planning and implementing health interventions.

Mimi A. Coffey 

School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Degree: Master of Public Health
Placement: Office of Strategic Initiatives

Experience: Engaging in strategic planning and reporting processes fostered the development of big-picture thinking, encouraging a focus on long-term goals and organizational impact. Through creative facilitation of systems diagrams and evaluation of dashboards and diverse funding streams, I honed my ability to conceptualize and communicate complex public health topics and solutions. In a unique application of these skills, I gained insight into the development of the Tennessee 4-Year strategic plan, involving the submission to Customer-Focused Government (CFG) and the creation of targeted objectives and action steps. During my internship, I undertook a series of projects that culminated in a presentation exploring lessons from successful global health strategies, emphasizing the overlap of social determinants of health in both global and local contexts, and facilitating discussion on their applicability at the state level. By sharing my journey in understanding this interconnectedness, I aimed to inspire reflection on how such insights could shape personal and professional perspectives in public health practice.

Dalton P. Ford

School: East Tennessee State University, College of Public Health
Degree: Master of Public Health in Epidemiology
Placement: Waterborne and Zoonotic Disease Program

Experience: I examined and reported on trends in Cryptosporidium exposure and subtype data in Tennessee between January 2018 to November 2023. This data is sent to the CDC Cryptosporidium surveillance system known as CryptoNet, and it is the first comprehensive analysis of this data in Tennessee. Several exposure and demographic variables were analyzed, and the findings were consistent with previous literature and national trends. This report helps shed some light on areas of higher concern for Cryptosporidium infections in Tennessee.

Fatima G. Garcia

School: Middle Tennessee State University
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Community and Public Health
Placement: Wilson County Health Department

Experience: My project was based on addressing the lack of walkable communities in Wilson County, Tennessee. The project focuses on implementing sidewalks near elementary schools and by the Wilson County Health Department. The goal for my project is to draw attention to the many benefits that sidewalks in specific communities can provide to Wilson County’s growing population.

Jennifer G. Hinson 

School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Degree: Master of Public Health
Placement: Communicable and Environmental Diseases and Emergency Preparedness

Experience: For my internship, I was tasked with building a sexual network map (SNM) of TN syphilis cases and contacts from PRISM data collected since 2010 by my preceptor Dr. Ruby Yadav, CEDEP STI Surveillance Director. A sexual network map displays information about how STIs spread from person to person. My responsibilities included using the programming language R to clean the data, create new variables/datasets, and create network graphs. The SNM is a resource for Disease Intervention Specialists (DIS) that’s as easy to read as a road map to help ensure priority populations cases are identified and treated. I have learned a lot about epidemiological disease surveillance and I’m very grateful to everyone on my team and TDH for this opportunity.

Sara J. Jacobs

School: Vanderbilt University
Degree: Bachelor of Human and Organizational Development and Medicine, Health, and Society
Placement: Communicable and Environmental Diseases and Emergency Preparedness

Experience: I will forever value my time as an intern at the TN Department of Health under the Systems Surveillance and Informatics division. I was able to complete various projects on REDCap from creating surveys for TN employees to leading introductory division-wide REDCap training. Furthermore, I expanded CEDEP’s REDCap repository through creating new step-by-step instructional guides with Scribe. Lastly, I had the privilege to attend several esteemed trainings such as the TN Emerging Infection Program Annual Scientific Presentation with top public health professionals from around the world.

Mahitha Kasturi 

School: Emory University, Rollins School of Public Health
Degree: Master of Public Health, Global Epidemiology
Placement: Communicable and Environmental Diseases and Emergency Preparedness

Amanda K. Krueger 

School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Degree: Master of Public Health
Placement: South Central Regional Health Office

Experience: The major projects completed during my internship at the South-Central Regional Office included a variety of elements regarding mental health. The first was a report regarding the status of mental health in the South-Central Region. This report highlighted several key data sets regarding mental health and Social Determinates of Health.  A presentation about the report and key information was presented to regional CHANT staff during a staff meeting. Another key element of this was a Community Provider and Resource Directory for the region. This directory included information and resources for the state mental health services, local county mental health resources, pediatric care, dental services, social services, and food pantries for all staff to have access to when helping community members.  My final element to my project included informational resources for mental health awareness that included flyers and other media needs for county health councils to have access to and use in their efforts in their community.

Heather I. Mendez

School: University of Florida
Degree: Master of Public Health
Placement: Communicable and Environmental Diseases and Emergency Preparedness

Experience: I am completing a remote internship with the Tennessee Department of Health where I have been afforded the opportunity to work within the Food-borne and Enteric Disease program of the Communicable and Environmental Diseases and Emergency Preparedness division.

My deliverables include developing a surveillance database that will allow for the collection, analysis and reporting of Cholera and Vibrio cases within the state of Tennessee to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Additionally, this database can be used to run analysis reports of imported data to help guide future planning of health interventions. I also created a presentation to share our processes with the Integrated Food Safety Centers of Excellence within the country, titled "COVIS Surveillance: a data exchange work around.

It has truly been a rewarding experience to work on practical projects that will be implemented and hopefully nationally scaled to other state programs.

Julius D. Morris

School: East Tennessee State University
Degree: Bachelor of Public Health
Placement: Northeast Regional Health Office

Experience: I actively worked alongside my preceptor, who is the emergency response coordinator for the Northeast region, to create a simulated emergency response exercise. Together, we designed a realistic scenario involving an influenza outbreak in our region. I played a role in researching for the exercise, modifying the presentation, and acting as a facilitator during the exercise. I facilitated discussions, ensured participants were actively engaged, and passed out informational materials that went along with the presentation. Afterward, I contributed to the debriefing process, gathering feedback and lessons learned to improve our region’s emergency response to a public health crisis.  

Lipika Narisetti

School: Vanderbilt University
Degree: Bachelor of Neuroscience and Medicine, Health, and Society
Placement: Family Health and Wellness

Experience: During my internship, I had the opportunity to work on a number of projects supporting Family Health and Wellness initiatives. My primary project involved supporting the FHW's care coordination and program referral processes by serving as a consultant for the FindHelp platform. As part of this project, I completed a series of findhelp.org trainings, receiving certification to assist new programs in effectively utilizing the platform. I also organized and led meetings with representatives of various FHW offices to assist them in adding their programs to FindHelp. Another project that I worked on was writing a report on strategies to effectively address sexual violence and rape in Tennessee, with a focus on community engagement, public awareness, community-based interventions, and shifts in social norms. This research helped inform a federal grant application and community initiatives aimed at mitigating sexual violence and providing support to survivors. Overall, I really enjoyed my internship and look forward to applying what I've learned to a career in medicine.

Isabella B. Reid 

School: East Tennessee State University, College of Public Health
Degree: Master of Public Health
Placement: Northeast Regional Health Office

Experience: During my internship, I had the opportunity to complete an outbreak investigation from start to finish. I was able to conduct interviews, create line lists and epi curves, collect environmental samples, conduct a case-control study, and educate organizations for prevention. The hands-on field epidemiology experience I gained with TDH was invaluable. I am so grateful to have had this opportunity.

Judyi R. Smith

School: Middle Tennessee State University
Degree: Master of Science in Professional Science - Health Care Informatics
Placement: Rutherford County Health Department

Experience: This experience has helped to shape me into a stronger professional. It has opened my eyes to wider range of possible career opportunities. It also shown me the impact that local county health departments have on their communities. Moreover, I am grateful to have been able to experience this internship. I don’t have a definite plan right now; however, I hope to join a company that allows me to grow and continue to mature into a wonderful professional.

Devon Lewis

School: University of Alabama, Birmingham
Degree: Master of Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Experience: My role this semester working with the End the Syndemic project was to utilize digital mapping software to automate a process that allows for the determination on whether a location can be used as a Syringe Service Program. The location needs to follow zoning requirements (minimum 1000 feet away from a school, park, or greenway, 2000 feet in some counties with a lower population) to qualify to participate in the program. Another aspect of my project was to help determine which counties across the state are affected by the negative health outcomes as well as the social determinants of health that prevent effective intervention.

Kayley Pyles

School: Western Kentucky University
Degree: Bachelor of Public Health

Experience: One of the main projects I was able to work on while at the Gallatin Health Department was Walk Across Sumner. Walk Across Sumner is a 5K and mile fun run that is open to friends and families to participate in. During this project, I was able to attend meetings, make phone calls to sponsors, make flyers, and write "Thank You" letters. On the day of, I oversaw registration and making sure everything was running smoothly. It was an amazing experience!

Mary Adeyemo

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Lamiya Adri

School: Vanderbilt University

Anjola-Oluwa A. Ajayi

School: Vanderbilt University

Gbemisola Akinteye

School: Vanderbilt University

Ariana Allgood

School: Not applicable

Nicole Anderson

School: Vanderbilt University

Kajol Dahal

School: East Tennessee State University

Vyshnavi Dandanayakula

School: Not applicable

Genevieve Delano

School: Vanderbilt University

Holly Eaves

School: Belmont University

Alex (Cole) Farmer

School: East Tennessee State University

Lauren Finklea

School: Georgia State University

Adyson Goldberg

School: Tennessee Technological University

Anna Gordon

School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Thilini Gurusinghe

School: University of Missouri

Imelda Gutierrez

School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Ashton Helveston

School: Vanderbilt University

Corianne Johnson

School: Vanderbilt University

Giselle Oliver

School: Belmont University

Ben Pederson

School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Caroline Peterson

School: Columbia University, Mailman School of Public Health

Claire Piercey

School: Lipscomb University

Keerthi Reddy Chaduvula Venkata

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Silas Taiget

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Ziad Ahmed

School: Not applicable

Sandra Anazor Obianuju

School: East Tennessee State University

Geeta Bhattari

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Emilie Bordeau

School: East Tennessee State University

Jeri Dossett

School: East Tennessee State University

Brittany Gutierrez-Kitto

School: Vanderbilt University

Alan Holloway

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Chisom Nwankeki

School: East Tennessee State University

Rylie Payne

School: East Tennessee State University

Laney Puhalla

School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Nyia Sayle

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Imuwahen Uzzi

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Britt Willis

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Olubukola Adenyemo

School: Tennessee State University

Kendall Basham

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Gabrielle Chesak

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Savannah Childress

School: Vanderbilt University

Madeline Kiger

School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Paula Lara

School: Not applicable

Salem Negasi

School: Belmont University

Alyssa Powers

School: Belmont University

Abigail Anderson

School: East Tennessee State University

Robert 'Bobby' Berger

School: East Tennessee State University

Nathan Beuerlein

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Amanda Blackwedler

School: East Tennessee State University

Aaliyah Cannon

School: Austin Peay State University

Maya Carter

School: West Virginia University

Raegan Coleman

School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Carol Davis

School: Emory University

Megan Davis

School: Vanderbilt University

Mariah Dee

School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Meredith Denny

School: Vanderbilt University

Dannielle Gibson

School: Vanderbilt University

Sophie Goldenberg

School: Vanderbilt University

Mya Gray

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Kyle Hart 

School: Vanderbilt University

Noufa Khan

School: University of Washington

Tucker L. Finch

School: Berea College

An Le

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Jordyn Lesh

School: Tulane University

Yufei Long

School: Vanderbilt University

Hannah M. Duiven

School: Vanderbilt University

Celeste O’Brien

School: Belmont University

Mariagorathy Okonkwo

School: Tennessee State University

Mariam Olutusin

School: University of Memphis

Jason Pan

School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Jazmyn Pickstock

School: Belmont University

Rishi Pillai

School: Vanderbilt University

Jennifer Sanchez

School: East Tennessee State University

Sarah (Grace) Scephens 

School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Siddharth Sheth

School: University of Texas, Dallas

Alycia Shipley

School: Vanderbilt University

Barrett Smith

School: Vanderbilt University

Natalie Smith

School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Clair Umstead

School: Vanderbilt University

Polly Warner

School: George Washington University

Joshua Woods

School: Vanderbilt University

Emily Xaysongkham

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Kendra Yokely

School: Tennessee State University

Lillian Adamson

School: Belmont University

Deviyani Bajpai

School: Belmont University

Megan Ballew

School: Liberty University

Augustine Chung

School: Vanderbilt University

Dreama Coats

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Mary Ferris

School: University of Tennessee, Chattanooga

Octavia Forrest

School: Belmont University

Joshua Ho

School: Saint Louis University

Amy Moody

School: Nebraska Medical College

Jesslyn Sloan

School: Belmont University

Mariah Cabrello

School: Vanderbilt University

Abby Carpenter

School: University of Tennessee, Health Science Center

Austin Fernandez

School: Vanderbilt University

Rachel Jameson

School: Vanderbilt University

Kristyne Mansilla-Dubon

School: Vanderbilt University

Yolanda McDonald

School: Vanderbilt University

Kathleen McGuire

School: East Tennessee State University

Donia Mousley

School: Belmont University

Ben O'Connell

School: Emory University

Krusha Patel

School: Tennessee State University

Olivia (Claire) Robinson

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Jacob Shultz

School: East Tennessee State University

Robert Stilz

School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Cassidy Townsend

School: Belmont University

Cyndy Vasquez

School: Johns Hopkins University

Anna Wisotzkey

School: Vanderbilt University

Levi Blazer

School: Belmont University

Hannah Hull Ocker

School: East Tennessee State University

Trenton Jiles

School: Belmont University

Maggie Morris

School: East Tennessee State University

Isaac Stovall

School: Not applicable

Alberta TwiYeboah

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Simur Halefom

School: Not applicable

Ashley James

School: Not applicable

Janelle Wenstrup

School: University of Missouri

Latisha Baker

School: Tennessee State University

Mary Landau

School: University of Florida

Colton McKay

School: Not applicable

Taylore Melton

School: University of Tennessee, Martin

Cassandra Oliver

School: Vanderbilt University

Morgan Osbun

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Haley Renner

School: Not applicable

Iqra Sheikh

School: University of Tennessee, Chattanooga

Sherard Stephens

School: Vanderbilt University

Amy Su

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Inyene Ukpong

School: Belmont University

Caitlin Washburn

School: Vanderbilt University

Ashli Alexander

School: Vanderbilt University

Erin Boshers

School: University of Alabama, Birmingham

Meave Brennan

School: University of Albany

Keni Gray Timmons

School: East Tennessee State University

Farrah Hasan

School: Vanderbilt University

Mackenzie Jackson

School: Vanderbilt University

Lauren Kuzma

School: East Tennessee State University

Alison (Yu) Qiao

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Laura Shaw

School: Meharry University

Anagha Ashokan

School: Johns Hopkins University

Richard Brawley

School: University of Tennessee, Martin

Kirsten Cottingham

School: Meharry University

Emoni Degon

School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Chris Elmlinger

School: Emory University

Peter Hsu

School: Vanderbilt University

Kasey James

School: Emory University

Christopher Justus

School: University of Tennessee, Health Science Center

Jamie Means

School: Meharry University

Jessica Milholm

School: Kansas State University

Autumn Montgomery

School: Meharry University

Tiana Moorer

School: Berea College

Muna Muday

School: Vanderbilt University

Varvara Probst

School: Vanderbilt University

Justine Rolava

School: Austin Peay State University

Smita Saji

School: University of South Florida

Chanasawan Souvannasing

School: University of Tennessee, Chattanooga

Ihouma Tasie

School: Meharry University

Julia Vesely

School: Tennessee Technological University

Marcelle Bulla

School: Belmont University

Natalie Cagianese

School: Kent State University

Heather Grome

School: Vanderbilt University

Haily Howard

School: Austin Peay State University

Amanda Johnson

School: East Tennessee State University

Josephine Kutting

School: Liberty University

Sarah Mayberry

School: Vanderbilt University

Brent Newman

School: Tennessee State University

Jaehyun Shin

School: Vanderbilt University

Adam Tomlinson

School: Austin Peay State University

Helene Treu

School: University of Alabama, Birmingham

Anup Challa

School: Vanderbilt University

Monika Conrad

School: Austin Peay State University

Jacinta Ejirefe

School: Liberty University

Teanna Hayes

School: Austin Peay State University

Katrece Holland

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Randi Jacobson

School: Austin Peay State University

Estrella Ndriansay

School: Middle Tennessee State University

Yesenia Sanchez

School: Morehead State University

Tiarra Williamson

School: Tennessee State University

Olatayo Akindele

School: Not applicable

Jessica Barnett

School: Not applicable

John Maxwell

School: Not applicable

Micah McGlathery

School: Not applicable

Sylvie Muhimpundu

School: Not applicable

Meghana Parikh

School: Not applicable

Margaret Smith

School: Not applicable

Jennifer Trumbo

School: Not applicable