"I have a deep passion for global health, therefore, the information that I learned by completing the Certificate has fueled my passion. Since completing my Certificate I have continued my cancer prevention and control research in Ghana and in the US."

A Brief Overview of Your Time and Experiences with The Sparkman Center for Global Health

I completed the Global Health Certificate program between 2011 and 2014 during the time I was a pre-doctoral student in the School of Public Health. I have a deep passion for global health, therefore, the information that I learned by completing the Certificate has fueled my passion. Since completing my Certificate I have continued my cancer prevention and control research in Ghana and in the US. I have had the opportunity to present the results of my research at numerous conferences including in Cape Town South Africa, and in Luxor, Egypt. I have also had the opportunities to assist one of my graduate research assistants with getting engaged in cancer prevention research in Ghana.

Details of Organizations You are Currently Affiliated with or Employed, Along with Other Notable Professional Engagements

I am currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Global and Community Health at George Mason University. I am the Immediate Past President of the American Association of Cancer Education (AACE), and I am the Chair of the American Public Health Association Women’s Caucus.

Insights into Any Upcoming Plans You May Have for the Near Future

I am excited to continue my cancer prevention and control research projects in Ghana and in the US. I am planning to develop a study abroad course that will allow undergraduate students to learn about cancer prevention and control in low- and middle-Income Countries. In addition, I am currently collaborating with my AACE colleagues to develop a cancer prevention and control training program for healthcare and public health workers in low- and middle-income countries.

A Link to an Article or Online Platform Showcasing Your Work

The editorial titled “Advancing Cancer Health Equity for African American Women” is representative of some of my current research.