Global Health Course Includes Immersive Experience in Armenia

Dr. Nascarella, the former State Toxicologist for the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, brings extensive environmental health expertise and global experience coordinating mitigation efforts all over the world. He has previously collaborated with AUA, teaching a course on biomonitoring and providing graduate student mentorship.

“Their students, particularly in their public health programs, are conducting meaningful, world-class research,” he said. “Many of the AUA students are healthcare practitioners. This is an opportunity for our students to engage with their work and amplify their initiatives.”

The course and corresponding trip to Armenia are made possible through a collaboration agreement between MCPHS and AUA. Along with academic activities on and off campus, the trip will include cultural experiences, such as visiting museums and historic sites, and exploring local cuisine.

“While this course would fit perfectly into Doctor of Health Sciences, Doctor of Healthcare Administration, and Master of Public Health students’ curriculum, it is open to any graduate student interested in global health,” Dr. Nascarella added.

Students interested in participating in the trip to Armenia must be enrolled in HSC 773: International Relations and Policy for the spring semester. For more information complete the online form or email Dr. Nascarella. Once enrolled, the MCPHS Center for International Studies will contact students to coordinate the pre-travel clearance process.