Keeping the 'Public' in Public Health

The Rutgers School of Public Health’s Multi-Cultural Student Organization (MSO) is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for students from diverse and historically underrepresented backgrounds.

This year's cohort of MSO student leaders brings together four passionate individuals, each committed to empowering their peers and championing diversity within the public health education and professional landscapes. In the following profiles, meet the students who are making a difference at Rutgers School of Public Health sharing why they became interested in public health and joined MSO.

Highlighting two remarkable Rutgers School of Public Health students who are part of the Association of Schools & Programs of Public Health’s (ASPPH) 2024-2025 This Is Public Health (TIPH) Ambassador Cohort, we’re excited to recognize their contributions to advancing public health.

FNU Neha and Jenna DeSimone, both current Master of Public Health (MPH) students at the Rutgers School of Public Health, share their insights and dedication to advancing public health as TIPH Ambassadors.

From beginning his career, working behind-the-scenes on daytime talk shows like The Bethenny Frankel Show and Anderson Cooper to joining Rutgers in an IT position that combines his passions of Media, Film, and Technology, Raymond Clinkscale knows how to multi-task and capitalize on any opportunity that comes his way.