Students and Alumni of HSP: HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

Tonya Edvalson

Since leaving the U, I have worked in research administration. I am currently working at the University of Utah as a Clinical Research Compliance Officer. Previously, I worked at Intermountain Healthcare and the University of Utah as a regulatory compliance specialist. I am passionate about research that is meaningful, relevant, and conducted in an ethical and compliant manner. The multidisciplinary [HSP] degree offered a great... [read more]

Jeff Johnson

Several years ago, I found myself stuck at the ultimate crossroads of my life. I was a 27-year old college junior, and felt that I was headed down the wrong path. I was confused, lost, depressed, and frustrated. After a steady decline in academic performance, I knew I could not continue down that path, nor did I want to. I battled in my head over what to do, but eventually made the difficult decision to drop out of school. I felt... [read more]

Samuel O’Brien

I discovered my interest in public health during my first medical mission to Haiti. Our group brought supplies to an orphanage and set up temporary clinics in five villages. We also provided support for a nursing school in Port-au-Prince. During this trip and another later on, I was exposed to the difficulties of providing medical care in a developing country. During my second year of college I was introduced to the field of health care... [read more]

Elaine Peterson

I graduated from the University of Utah with a major in “Behavioral Science and Health” currently named “Health, Society & Policy.” Since leaving the U, I have worked as Program Manager for University of Utah School of Medicine, Deptartment of Ophthalmology. I am soon planning to retire. Working for the School of Medicine health care area, I always had an interest in behavioral sciences and it was the best fit for someone... [read more]

Jayden Snyder

Since completing my undergrad in Health, Society & Policy; I have started a Master's in Health Administration at the University of Iowa. I chose this program because it is one of the top programs in the nation and has a strong alumni network. Being here has provided me the opportunity to take place in national case competitions with other top programs, and opportunities to expand my knowledge, skills, and professional network... [read more]

Matthew Spurrier