 Tell us about you…I’m Melissa Goetz, and I graduated in December from Eastern Illinois University with a B.S. in Health Communications. I knew I wanted to participate in the Experiential Learning Program at LTPH after following them on LinkedIn and Instagram for about six months. I could see the value in providing Public Health professionals with much needed tools to communicate complex issues to the general public. I knew that I not only wanted to be a part of that but also take what I had been learning in my coursework and see how that applies in the real world.
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 Tell us about you…My name is Ojasvi Joshi, and I am a sophomore at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, majoring in Business Administration with a focus on Healthcare. I was drawn to the Experiential Learning Program (ELP) because of its unique approach to advising professionals on effective communication strategies while incorporating diverse perspectives and outlooks. This program also introduced me to an aspect of healthcare I had not previously explored.
 Tell us about you…Hi, my name is Sameera! I’m finishing my M.S. Global Health Degree from Arizona State University. Almost there! My interdisciplinary background allowed me to examine people’s health experiences through their social-cultural factors, which inspired me to explore how arts engagement creates healthier communities, advances health communication, and strengthens belonging through partnerships.
 Tell us about you…I’m a recent MPH graduate on the journey of pivoting in my career. I heard the Founder/CEO Monique Thornton on a public health podcast, and it resonated with me. She discussed her passion for both public health and creative writing. I have an artistic background, so that resonated with me. I wanted to get more experience in Data Analytics, so that motivated me to pursue an internship with LTPH.
 Maternal mental health is a pressing but often overlooked issue, especially in high-risk populations like those residing in underserved or rural areas. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1 in 8 women experience postpartum depression. It is also important to recognize that low-income and underserved women tend to have higher rates of postpartum depression. Research also shows that about 50% of postpartum depression cases go undiagnosed and untreated due to the stigma surrounding it. This leads to significant long-term impacts on both the mother’s and child’s well-being. Public health professionals must address this issue with sensitivity and empathy, using specific language that reduces stigma, normalizes seeking help and treatment, and creates an environment of trust.
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