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Julia Rushing
Professional Summary
MPH
candidate specializing in Maternal, Child, and Family Health at the Gillings School of Global
Public Health with applied experience in data analysis, policy advocacy, and public health communication.
Dedicated to evaluating, implementing, and advancing evidence-based programs and policies to improve
health outcomes and reduce disparities.
Education
Master of Public Health, Maternal, Child, and Family Health
Relevant Coursework: Data Analysis for Public Health, Public Health
Systems, Policy
& Advocacy, Research Methods and Measures, Implementation Research and Practice,
Abortion Care and Policy, Data Visualization, Monitoring
and Evaluation, International Family Planning
and Reproductive Health
Bachelor of Arts in Public Health, Human Disease and Epidemiology | Magna Cum Laude
Relevant Coursework: Community Health Perspectives, Microorganisms
& Human Disease, Philosophy of Science and Culture, Medical Anthropology, Applied Health Behavior
Change, Health Policy, Environment and Public Health, Fundamentals
of Epidemiology, Data & Decision
Making
Skills
Policy Advocacy & Communication: Conducting literature reviews and needs assessments;
developing policy briefs, fact sheets, infographics, and presentations with Canva; engaging stakeholders as
co-creators
Data Analysis & Visualization: Management and analysis of large datasets with Excel, Stata,
SAS, and SPSS; dashboard
design and data storytelling with Tableau
Frameworks & Approaches: Social determinants of health, community-engaged research, applied
implementation science, and reproductive justice
Professional Experience
The Health Policy Institute of Ohio | Columbus, Ohio
- Conducted a literature review on mental health outcomes among juvenile justice–involved youth to
assess population needs and inform policy recommendations for external stakeholders
- Monitored key budget provisions in Ohio’s HB 96 and produced internal briefs to guide organizational
advocacy strategies
- Reviewed
and edited policy briefs, community needs assessments, and data snapshots to ensure
clarity, accuracy, and alignment with organizational standards
The Farm at Trinity Health | Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Designed and implemented educational materials for youth nutrition programs to improve participant
engagement and support health‑literacy goals
- Evaluated program outcomes by conducting and analyzing participant interviews and surveys,
generating insights to inform curriculum refinement and community outreach strategy
- Built
trusting relationships with community members and healthcare providers to support
interdisciplinary collaboration and effective program delivery
Data Analysis & Program Design Projects
Gillings School of Global Public Health Core Group Project
- Collaborated with a four‑member team to perform a systems analysis of determinants of health
inequities among Latina women in California
- Drew on community strengths and needs to design
a culturally tailored intervention for reducing gestational diabetes disparities
- Synthesized evidence from existing programs to develop an implementation strategy and comprehensive
evaluation plan, including a Gantt chart, program budget, and key performance indicators
Miami University Senior Capstone Project
- Cleaned
and prepared NHANES datasets in SAS; conducted univariate analyses and binary logistic
regression to assess group differences and adjust for confounding
- Translated quantitative findings into actionable recommendations for WIC program improvement and
presented results at a research poster forum
Leadership Experience
Miami University
- Balanced
full‑time academic demands with a rigorous Division I training and competition schedule,
demonstrating strong time management and accountability
- Navigated high‑pressure performance environments and sustained long‑term training goals, building
resilience and adaptability
Redhawk Council, Miami University
- Worked
with a diverse team of student‑athletes and athletics staff to advance shared priorities,
developing communication and consensus‑building skills
- Led agenda development and event coordination for council initiatives, applying planning,
delegation, and collaborative decision‑making
Oxford, Ohio
- Delivered educational presentations to student groups to increase awareness of local food access
resources, refining accessible communication and public speaking abilities
- Assisted community members in identifying and navigating health and nutrition resources, gaining
experience in outreach and problem solving