Public Health & Society

Student Ambassadors

Public Health & Society Student Ambassadors

Public Health & Society Student Ambassadors serve as public-facing representatives of the program both digitally and in person. The Student Ambassadors enhance the visibility of Public Health & Society, promote the principles of public health, and develop as effective health communicators.

This role combines public speaking, digital storytelling, and event planning while building professional skills in communication, collaboration, and leadership.

2026-2027 Student Ambassador Group Photo — 2026-2027 Student Ambassadors (left to right): Misha Rana, Shreya Arun, Audrey Pocrass, Annaliese Herrera, DJ Cintron, Jolaade Bada, Ebube Okereke and Emma Levine.

What are the Student Ambassadors planning for this year?

Crafting presentations to introduce students taking Public Health & Society courses to the major and minor
Tabling at events to answer questions about what it's actually like to be a Public Health & Society student
Creating posts for the @washupublichealthsociety Instagram account
Planning events to foster community on campus

Meet the Student Ambassadors

	Shreya Arun ‘29 I chose Public Health & Society because of how committed and passionate everyone in the community is about creating real change in health. The energy is so infectious! Biology and Public Health & Society majors, Business of Social Impact minor
	Jolaade Bada '29 Academically, my interests have always been closely connected to the humanities, but during my senior year of high school I developed a strong interest in medicine. Public Health & Society felt like the perfect combination of both interests. Majoring in Public Health & Society and Biology
	DJ Cintron ‘27 I chose Public Health & Society because it’s a program that truly lives up to the ideal of “In St. Louis, for St. Louis.” It offers a way to learn about local health disparities and apply what I learn by engaging with the St. Louis community through a program-directed, community-based internship. Public Health & Society major, Anthropology minor
	Annaliese Herrera '28 I initially chose Public Health & Society because I wanted to study food beyond just the science and explore its connections to health and equity. Since joining the program, I’ve also come to appreciate its interdisciplinary nature and unique courses. Majoring in Public Health & Society with minors in Computer Science and Urban Design
	Emma Levine ‘27 Public Health & Society expands health beyond clinical care: it connects data, structural and social determinants, environment, and policy to health outcomes. The program is deeply interdisciplinary and intersects directly with my math and economics background, adding real-world context to everything I study. Major in Mathematics and Economics, Minor in Public Health & Society
	Ebube Okereke '29 Coming into college, I wanted to explore what health truly means beyond the clinical setting. My public health classes have completely transformed and expanded that understanding, and I'm so excited to use my growing passion to support and inspire our community as an ambassador! Majoring in Public Health & Society and Biology
	Audrey Pocrass ‘29 I chose Public Health & Society as my major because I am passionate about health equity and ensuring that everyone has access to adequate health care. I also like the interdisciplinary aspect of the major, which lets me explore different sides of public health. Majoring in Public Health & Society and Cognitive Neuroscience with a specialization in Lifespan and Development
	Misha Rana '30 I chose Public Health & Society because I love its interdisciplinary nature, and I want to gain an understanding of all facets of health before pursuing a medical degree. Major in Public Health & Society, Minor in Music