Danielle Campbell
Mentor and President/Co‐Owner at L&G Research and Evaluation Consulting
The Emerging Women Leaders (EWL) program at Boston University School of Public Health builds a supportive community for BUSPH doctoral students and global public health leaders. Focused on women and historically underrepresented groups, EWL fosters solidarity, generosity, and trust to inspire future public health leaders.
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The Voice of Emerging Women Leaders at BU School of Public Health
At the end of a long, grueling year in my life, I failed the qualifying examination for my doctorate. Twice. In many PhD programs, there is a qualifying exam—often referred to as the "comprehensive exam" or "Advancement to Candidacy Exam"—and it is a pivotal milestone. It is designed to assess whether a student has mastered […]
One summer morning, still half-asleep, my mom started a conversation that would linger with me long after. She told me about a student in her class who had openly asked her opinion on people who identify as LGBTQ. Her response was both honest and unsettling: she said she had no strong opinions about the community […]
The Emerging Women Leaders (EWL) Program is a career mentorship program for doctoral students at Boston University School of Public Health. It aims to inspire and support the next generation of leaders by equipping them with essential skills and insights to advance their professional development and thrive in their current or future careers. At the […]
I am often asked, “What’s your secret for working full-time, raising three children, and pursuing your doctoral degree?” I simply utter my scripted answer: “only by the grace of God.” In truth, though faith in God is my constant companion, grief led the leap into this journey. In November 2018, my dad suggested that I […]
Rejection can be disheartening, but learning how to recover and grow from it is essential. During the Emerging Women Leaders seminar “Reflections on Rejections” led by Dr. Sarah Lipson, we engaged in an insightful conversation about handling rejections in our careers. Here are the three lessons I took away: Know When to Move On Early […]
Starting a doctoral journey is a huge commitment. While I knew this before I started my program, I don’t think I fully understood the extent of this commitment until I was in it. There is a constant onslaught of assignments and tasks to complete, as well as milestones to hit. The journey seems never-ending, from […]
Have you ever wondered what it takes to become not just a good leader, but an inspiring mentor in the field of public health? Earlier this year, I discovered the answer through a mentorship training program, hosted by Emerging Women Leaders at the Boston University School of Public Health, where I am a student. After […]