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Alumni

As a graduate of the UAMS Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health, you are an integral part of our community and an asset to the field of public health. Your dedication, knowledge, and skills are making a difference in the lives of countless individuals and communities. We are proud of your achievements and grateful for your ongoing support.

Alumni Support

There are four ways you can continue to support us and strengthen our mission of advancing public health education, research, and service:

Stay Connected

We value our relationship with you and want to ensure that we can keep you informed about the latest developments, events, and opportunities. Please update your contact information and share any recent news such as a new job, marriage or move. By staying connected, you’ll receive alumni updates and invitations to special events, allowing you to remain engaged with the College community.

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Become an Ambassador

As a College alumnus, you are a powerful advocate for the College and the field of public health. We need you to share your experiences, knowledge, and passion for public health with others, and help raise awareness about the important work being done at the College by becoming an Ambassador. Your voice can inspire future public health professionals and garner support for our programs and initiatives.

Email COPHalumni@uams.edu

Forge New Partnerships

Help us build bridges to employers and business leaders in Arkansas and the southern region. Your professional connections and insights are invaluable in creating opportunities for current students and fellow alumni. By connecting us with potential partners, collaborators, and employers, you can help expand our network and create new avenues for growth and impact.

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Bring Us Together

As an alumnus, you have the unique opportunity to bring together fellow graduates, current students, and faculty by hosting an event in your area. Whether it’s a networking mixer, a public health seminar, or a social gathering, your event can help strengthen the bonds within the Boozman College of Public Health community and create new opportunities for collaboration and growth.

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Stay Connected, Build a Healthier Future

Thank you for being a part of the Faye W. Boozman College of Public Health alumni community. We look forward to staying connected and working together to build a healthier future for all. And, keep an eye out for our new COPH Alumni Newsletter – coming soon.

Alumni in Action

Sarah Wang, MPH: Uniting Anthropology, Biology, and Epidemiology to Advance Public Health – Class of 2006

Sarah Wang, MPH, discovered her passion for understanding health through cultural lenses while studying anthropology and biology at Lyon College. After earning her Master of Public Health in epidemiology from the UAMS Boozman College of Public Health in 2006, Wang embarked on a 15-year career focused on health data analytics. She has served as an HIV/STD Epidemiologist with the Arkansas Department of Health and held leadership roles at Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield and UnitedHealthcare. Driven by curiosity, rigor, and compassion, Wang brings a unique perspective to addressing public health challenges.

William P. Watson, MHA, MS: Optimistic Data Scientist Bridging Business and Healthcare Analytics – Class of 2021

William P. Watson, a Senior Data Analyst at Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield and a PhD student at the UAMS Boozman College of Public Health, is a true advocate for the power of education in shaping a successful career. With a Master of Health Administration and a Master of Science in Healthcare Data Analytics from the College, Watson has built a solid foundation in both the business and data aspects of healthcare. His diverse educational background has allowed him to transition seamlessly from product development to data analytics and health economics teams at ABCBS. Watson credits the College for providing him with a broad base of knowledge and the tools to continue learning, accumulate skills, and apply knowledge to new situations. As he pursues his PhD in Health Systems and Services Research, Watson remains optimistic about the future of public health and encourages students to keep an open mind and never stop learning.

Sharon Sanders, PhD, MPH, CHES: From Arkansas Delta to Statewide Impact – Class of 2018 and 2013

Dr. Sharon Sanders, a double graduate of the UAMS Boozman College of Public Health has made a remarkable journey from humble beginnings to becoming a statewide leader in community health. Armed with a PhD, MPH, and Biology degree, Sharon now serves as Community Engagement Program Manager for the UAMS Center for Childhood Obesity Prevention. Her path to leadership began with a humble act of service in the rural Arkansas Delta, fueling her commitment to health equity through community collaboration. As both a researcher and practitioner, Sharon strives to bridge gaps between research, dissemination, and practice for community impact, living out our mission.

Alumni News & Announcements

Commitment to Physical Fitness Leads Alumna to College of Public Health

Jennifer Wessel, J.D., MPH, works to improve health outcomes, and her love for health and wellness paved the way for her to become a public health professional.

College of Public Health Alum Uses Legal System to Advocate for Access to Vaccines

Richard Hughes IV, J.D., MPH, seeks to improve the health of people throughout the nation. A native Arkansan, Hughes strives to reach his goal through advocating for the access and use of approved vaccines. “The way our health care system works regarding coverage for vaccines, the way we fund vaccines, the access to vaccines, there…

Alumna Teaches Arkansans About the Dangers of Tobacco Use

Marian S. Evans, Dr.PH., MPH, is grateful for the chance to inform Arkansans of the risks of tobacco use. Evans is the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Minority Initiative Sub-Recipient Grant Office program coordinator. Additionally, she’s the interim director of the school’s Minority Research Center on Tobacco and Addictions. Both programs are governed…

Austin Porter, Dr.PH, MPH, Named Chief Science Officer, State Epidemiologist

Austin Porter, Dr.PH, MPH, associate professor in the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health Department of Health Policy and Management, continues to ascend the ladder at the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH). Porter, who started at the health department in 2010 as an injury epidemiologist, is now…

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Important Links

Stay Connected

Update your personal & professional information to stay connected.

Update Your Information

Become an Ambassador

Raise awareness about College of Public Health work & research.

Email COPHalumni@uams.edu

Forge Partnerships

Expand our network through opportunities for students and alumni.

Email COPHalumni@uams.edu

Bring Us Together

Host a local event or seminar for student, alumni or faculty.

Email COPHalumni@uams.edu