A chance encounter with living history in Montgomery, Alabama moves Jennifer D. Roberts, associate professor in kinesiology, to connect with a stranger and “walk the walk and not just talk the talk” of shared humanity and justice.
Our Happiness and Wellness Initiative shares "Some Good News" from the SPH and our extended community. You can submit your own good news by email to: happyandwell@umd.edu.
Caitlin Waite, who is a program administrative specialist in the SPH Dean’s Office, recently moved to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. She and her fiancée Corbin, who has lived in the area his whole life, had the opportunity to explore a piece of little-known American history of African Americans at Blue Mountain.
Hongjie Liu, professor and chair of the department of epidemiology and biostatistics, has turned his passion for photography into a self-care practice that is yielding beautiful results.
Ben Prescott '08, assistant director for Gymkana and SPH interim facilities manager, and wife Angie Prescott '06, assistant coach for Gymkana, prioritize self care and positive thinking in their parenting and everyday activities.
Karen Mackey, a Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics retiree, has been gardening since high school with her mother. She loves the beautiful blooms, vivid colors and seasonal fruits of her home garden, which she has been cultivating for 25 years since first buying their home.
Typhanye Dyer, associate professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, is prioritizing the happiness and self-care of her students. Each morning, Typhanye sends a ‘feel good’ story, action for happiness and a self-care tip. She finds that Incorporating daily wellness practices into her class benefits her students and herself.
After a multi-year romance that started during her undergraduate years, SPH Academic Advisor Taylor Sanders was recently surprised with an engagement proposal of her dreams.
