EP171 Dean Melody Goodman on Purpose, Passion and Public Health
Description
In this episode, we speak with Dr. Melody Goodman, Dean of NYU's School of Global Public Health, Professor of Biostatistics and a leading research methodologist. Dean Goodman shares her inspiring journey from a career on Wall Street to finding her passion for biostatistics and her purpose at NYU, showcasing the many paths that lead to public health leadership. As a biostatistician, she discusses the power of data to create a narrative and highlights how her commitment to solving community problems directly informs her work at GPH. We delve into her unique, hands-on approach to research, focused on community engagement and ensuring equitable outcomes. The episode also highlights the exceptional student experience at NYU GPH. Dean Goodman shares her philosophy on empowering and mentoring students. Her commitment to working alongside students on projects is a powerful testament to the collaborative and supportive environment that defines an education at NYU GPH.
To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit http://www.publichealth.nyu.edu.
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