Events

The Future of Public Health: Educating and Empowering the Next Generation

Professionals, educators, students, & community partners will explore how academic institutions are preparing future public health leaders.

Public health is rapidly evolving, and the demand for skilled, adaptable professionals has never been greater. This community-focused virtual event offers an opportunity to learn how public health education is responding to current and future workforce needs in Charlotte and beyond. Attendees will engage with faculty and public health leaders who are shaping innovative approaches to training, practice, and collaboration.

The evening will feature a moderated online panel discussion with public health faculty and leaders from leading Charlotte-area institutions. Panelists will discuss pressing public health priorities, the role of higher education in workforce development, and how cross-sector partnerships can strengthen community health outcomes and resilience.

This event is ideal for individuals at all stages of their public health journey—from undergraduate and pre-medical students to working professionals and community partners. Attendees will gain insight into career pathways, graduate education opportunities, and how the Master of Public Health program at Northeastern University in Charlotte is helping prepare the next generation of public health leaders.

Panelists:

Tyisha Terry, MSPH, Lecturer, Department of Epidemiology and Community Health, University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Public Health Practitioner

Gwendolyn Devins, MPH, CCHW, Community Engagement Manager, Office of Health Equity, Mecklenburg County Public Health

Jason Robertson, DHSc, MPH, MS, MCHES, RHED, CPH, CPHA, NBC-HWC, PAPHS, CCWS, Associate Professor and Program Director, Public Health and Health Science, Salem College

Moderator:

Dr. Robert Leeman, Professor and Chair, Department of Public Health & Health Sciences, Northeastern University

This event is sponsored by Northeastern University’s Master of Public Health program in partnership with Salem College and Johnson C. Smith University, reflecting a shared commitment to advancing public health education, workforce development, and healthier communities across the Charlotte region.