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Janet Padilla, who came back for her Masters in Public Health after graduating from the Health Science program with a focus in Community Health, says she owes a significant amount of her motivation to the success stories that keep her hopeful about her field of study. "There are patients who have changed their lifestyle and cry to us and thank us for saving…

Participate in a study about how the pandemic is impacting student mental health.

When the COVID-19 outbreak hit the nation, many professionals in the medical field were faced with a challenging shift in their day-to-day duties. JoAnn Tran, graduate of both the Human Development and Health Care Administration programs at 91ÌÒÉ«, was no exception to this phenomenon. As a Site Supervisor for Optometry and Vision Essentials by Kaiser…

Meet Jazmine Martinez, a recent graduate of 91ÌÒÉ« who has completed three degrees in her academic tenure at the university. Like many students in the College of Health and Human Services, one of her core motivating forces during her time at the beach was the desire to help underserved communities and help facilitate the widespread knowledge on the…

Beach Buddy is a peer mentoring program that offers students a new way to connect with other students for emotional support and mental health resources.

Dr. Rachel Thomson made her mark at 91ÌÒÉ« with her many academic achievements, student leadership, and the colorful, mix-matched outfits she wore at the Rec. center.

We strongly condemn police brutality that has disproportionately affected members of the Black community. Furthermore, we condemn the prevailing systemic racism that perpetuates social injustice and economic and health disparities.

Meet Sean Castro, a fashion merchandising major, who is using the Stay At Home order as an opportunity to give back to his community; making over 100 masks for his friends, family and those in his community.

Meet Amy Rodriguez, a nursing student who is currently on the front lines of the recent outbreak of COVID-19 as a rapid assessment nurse in Long Beach.

Meet Miles Talley, a fashion merchandising major, who is busy making masks for his friends and family working on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic. He also encouraged his internship site, Rhude, to get involved. Now, the high-end fashion company is in production making masks for healthcare workers.  

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