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Student-run workshop introduces girls to biostatistics, math, and coding
Last month, several graduate students from the Department of Biostatistics held an introductory coding and biostatistics workshop with fourth through sixth grade girls participating in the Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County’s (NCJC) after school program in Iowa City. Amy Wu, one of the students coordinating the workshop, shared more details about the event.
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Balancing academics and community involvement
Lia Love, undergraduate student
“I believe it is important for students to engage with activities and organizations outside of the classroom as it broadens your outlook on the world.”
Forging connections and fostering collaboration
Lauren Kloft, MPH ’24
“My time at the College of Public Health has been enriched by the unwavering support of the faculty and the myriad opportunities for growth.”
Making a difference in the community
Maanya Pandey, undergraduate student
“I chose to study public health because I am fascinated by the hard sciences and mechanisms of life, but I am also passionate about social justice.”
Excelling in the lab and on the pitch
Esme Gibson, graduate student
“I landed on community and behavioral health for my graduate degree as I want to be able to work with and positively influence local communities’ health and well-being.”
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$205 million
in research funding over the past five fiscal years
$43 million
in research funding for fiscal year 2023
$16 million
in research funding for first quarter of fiscal year 2024