MCH in Action.
BACKGROUND
We are a BUSPH MCH leadership organization that strives to engage MCH students and alumni to share their experiences.
VISION AND PURPOSE
- Establish an action-oriented, informal network of leaders, initiated by and for students and alumni of MCH Centers of Excellence and catalyst programs.
- Engage emerging and early MCH professionals in a collective effort to share information, experiences, and opportunities.
7 PILLARS OF MCHiA
- Advocacy
- Service
- Social/Fun
- Career Development
- MCH Leadership
- Alumni and Faculty Relations
- Education
ATTENTION FIRST-YEAR REPRESENTATIVES
We are currently looking for a First-Year student representative to join our executive board.
Please apply here if interested in these positions! Email us at mchia@bu.edu with questions.
First year rep: Engages with first-year student body and bring forth first year student perspective
Meet Our 2024 E-Board!
President: Ashley Francis (she/her)
Ashley
Ashley Francis (she/her) is a second year Master of Public Health (MPH) student at Boston University School of Public Health concentrating in Health Policy and Law. She is originally from New Jersey where she graduated with an undergraduate degree in Psychology, focusing most of her research on child development and psychology. She is additionally a practice fellow through the Center of Excellence in Maternal and Child Health. For the past year, she worked with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health on policy-level methods for preventing fetal and infant deaths. For fun she enjoys dancing, binge-watching TV series, and painting.
Vice-President: Almira G.C Lewis (she/her(s))
Almira
Almira G.C Lewis (she/her(s)) is a second year Master of Public Health student enrolled in BUSPH’s Global Health Program Design, Monitoring and Evaluation program. She is also pursuing a context certificate in Maternal & Child Health. Originally from the Commonwealth of Dominica (not to be confused with the Dominican Republic), located in the Caribbean, she has an AA in Biology & Psychology , BA in International Relations & Spanish and hopes to pursue a PhD in Health Systems one day. At present, her immediate family resides in New Jersey. She has been a Highschool Chemistry Teacher, a Health Insurance Claim Coordinator and has studied cancer mortality in relation to Colombian health policies. Currently, she is pursuing other research positions and enjoys the health equity work she does.When she isn’t researching the impact of health systems on minority populations, she is reading fiction or nonfiction written by Black authors. She also loves horror movies, art and dancing.
Secretary: Alina Khan (she/her)
Alina
Alina Khan (she/her) is a first year Masters of Public Health (MPH) student at Boston University School of Public Health concentrating in Epidemiology and Biostatistics and Maternal and Child Health. She is originally from Chicago where she graduated with an undergraduate degree in Public Health from University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). Her current research is focused on preventative screenings for underrepresented children and adolescents with adverse childhood experiences. Her interests lie in reproductive rights and data analysis. For fun, she enjoys painting, reading, and listening to music and podcasts.
Treasurer: Kimberly Chen (she/her)
Kimberly
Kimberly Chen (she/her) is a first-year Master of Public Health (MPH) student at Boston University School of Public Health with a concentration in Healthcare Management with a functional certificate in Pharmaceutical Development, Delivery, and Access. She is originally from Boston, MA, and will graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences and Biology from Boston University. She has a passion for patient advocacy and applied sciences, especially in marginalized communities and maternal health. For fun, she enjoys dancing, trying new local restaurants (and food blogging!), cooking, and strength training.
Social Media Chair: Ebi Aliko (he/him)
Ebi
Ebi Aliko (He/Him) is a first years Masters of Public Health (MPH) student at Boston University School of Public Health concentrating in Environmental Health with a focus on Sex, Sexuality and Gender. He recently graduated with his Bachelors of Arts (BA) degree from College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA with a Sociology major, Environmental Studies minor and Africana Studies concentration. His research and career journey centers around addressing environmental injustice in underserved communities and advocating for the rights of marginalized communities to protect and sustainably manage their own natural resources. His interests include: social media content, fashion, dancing, playing tennis, and trying chicken tenders and fries from all over the world.
First Year Student Representative: Sneha Sinha (she/her)
Sneha
Sneha Sinha (she/her) is a first year Masters of Public Health (MPH) student at Boston University School of Public Health concentrating in Epidemiology and Biostatistics. She completed her dentistry in India and aims to broaden her horizons in the field of health research with the help of her Masters degree in Public Health. Her research interests lie in the fields of Data analysis, healthcare of underprivileged mothers and children, and drug trials. For fun, she enjoys singing, dancing, listening to music and watching movies.
Event Coordinator: Sophia Di Maria (she/her)
Sophia
Sophia Di Maria (she/her) is a first year Masters of Public Health (MPH) student at BUSPH concentrating in Community Assessment Program Design and Evaluation (CAPDIE) and Environmental Health as well as MCH. She is originally from Maryland where she graduated with her undergrad degree in Cell Biology and Genetics and a minor in Global Poverty from the University of Maryland (UMD).
