johnwolfecompton

In April 2024, I embarked on an educational journey to the southeastern United States, fueled by a deep commitment to the UC San Diego Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science's vision of health justice and equity.

The vision of the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science at UC San Diego is to create and promote public health innovations. By transcending the traditional boundaries of academia, the school connects innovative education, leading research and community experts to address challenges through impactful projects and hands-on learning experiences.

By honoring community wisdom, the school invites regional and global partners to co-create transformational research with global impact. The school is continuously creating a culture of service and fostering a sense of shared responsibility for the health of the San Diego region, our nation and our world.

Successful public health research — such as studying the impact of climate change in communities or the effects of physical activity on health — and a culture of collaboration at the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science at UC San Diego are bridging research and discoveries and immediate and direct impact on lives.

These staff members, including members of the education team, academic support staff and research staff, help fortify the school’s foundations and connections, and ensure the success of the school’s mission, vision and values through research support, administration, student services, outreach and more.

Schools of public health exist to ensure that the lives of individuals are enriched, that we prevent disease, and we promote health. We also have a responsibility for those of us who live in and serve regions where mortality and morbidity from disease burden is in excess to ensure that we reverse those trends.

The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees as well as a general preventive medicine residency program, which empower aspiring public health professionals to nurture their passion, contribute to meaningful change and evolve into leaders who foster positive health outcomes for communities at local, national and global levels.

The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health is dedicated to addressing challenges, enhancing education and advancing access to public health. In a world of ever-evolving technologies, there is an ongoing need to promote community-centric collaborations that are tailored to individual needs and reflect the lived experiences of surrounding communities.

Research teams in the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science at UC San Diego are addressing key public health challenges using methods that promote resilience and health equity.

Student scholarships are crucial for ensuring accessibility to education in health care. Generous contributions played a vital role in supporting Rubi Gomez's successful educational journey, enabling her to pursue her dreams of becoming a graduate-level professional in public health.