Getting a Harvard education from GC’s doorstep
Four Goshen College students spent the first three weeks of January studying public health at Harvard University. By Lakyra Green. Originally published in The Record.
Public Health major
About
Understand global and local health disparities and work to minimize them.
Through the interdisciplinary nature of the public health program, you’ll take courses in biology, chemistry, nursing, kinesiology and sociology to provide you with a well-rounded experience. You’ll also have the chance to experience public health in another country through our nationally-recognized study abroad program, gaining real-world experience in a clinical setting.
Success after graduation
With a degree in public health from GC you will be well prepared for a career, graduate education or professional training. Your career might focus on non-clinical areas such as policy and education. Maybe you’ll interact directly with the public to address health concerns that affect diverse populations, or assist medical professionals and educators by engaging community members through collecting data or delivering health programs. Or after graduation, you might continue for an advanced degree in public health or other health professions.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates a strong job outlook over the next eight years for community health workers and health educators with projected job growth of up to 17 percent in Indiana, and up to 18 percent nationally.
Mission: Goshen College’s Public Health Program nurtures the next generation of public health leaders through community-engaged learning and social justice-oriented action to reduce health disparities and transform our world.
Vision: Goshen College’s Public Health Program prepares students to cultivate equitable communities through disease prevention and health promotion in local and global populations.
90%
of admitted nursing students graduate from GC
92%
of biology majors who applied to medical or graduate school in recent years were accepted
100%
of recent social work grads seeking employment were employed within 4 months of graduation
#2
Ranking in the percentage of graduates going on to earn doctorates among all Indiana institutions
100%
of nursing alumni reported being satisfied or very satisfied with the program
Learn more about Goshen College's exceptional academic outcomes and national rankings.
News
Paul Shetler Fast ’08 appointed to the Elkhart County Board of Health
Paul Shetler Fast '08, global health coordinator for the Mennonite Central Committee and adjunct professor of public health at GC, has been appointed to the Elkhart County Board of Health.
Senior Spotlight: First public health graduate connects culture and health for the common good
Zenton Yobera will be the first student to graduate from Goshen College's new public health program.
Students & Alumni
Molecular Biology/Biochemistry
Doug Schwartzentruber ’78
Doug, a surgical oncologist, was named one of TIME Magazine’s 100 most influential people in the world in 2010 for his groundbreaking cancer research. He received the 2016 Goshen College Culture for Service Award.
Doug's story
Exercise Science Major, Health Minor
Trevor Emery '16
Trevor Emery, a 2016 exercise science graduate with a health minor from South Bend, Indiana, appreciated the homey atmosphere and enthusiasm for academics at Goshen College. He was active in Black Student Union and baseball.
Trevor's story
Research Fellow in Drug Discovery
Dale Kempf '78
Dale discovered and developed new drugs for HIV and hepatitis C virus therapy. Currently he directs a program at AbbVie for the discovery of new drugs for neglected tropical diseases, tuberculosis and malaria.
Dale's story
Exercise Science Major
Kelsey Fraley '17
Kelsey Fraley was an exercise science major with a concentration in personal training from Olivet, Michigan who graduated in 2017. She was on the basketball team, track team and Campus Activities Council.
Kelsey's story
Nursing Major
Irene Schmid '16
Irene Schmid, a 2016 nursing graduate, has a variety of interests. She ran cross-country, track and was the GC composting team leader. During May term her sophomore year, she traveled to Nepal to work and study in a clinic.
Irene's story
University Professor
Rushika Perera '95
Rushika works at Colorado State University researching how dengue virus interacts with its human host and mosquito vector to replicate and spread.
Rushika's storyFaculty & Staff
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Brianne Brenneman
Assistant Professor of Public Health
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(574) 535-7372
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Wyse Hall 204 (Map)
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Jewel Yoder
Associate Professor of Nursing
Department Chair; Director of Baccalaureate Nursing Programs
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(574) 535-7936
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Wyse Hall 216 (Map)