Pittsburgh Schweitzer Fellows Program is proud to announce the recruitment season for the Fellowship Class of 2024-2025. Join us at one of our virtual or in-person information sessions to learn more about application procedures and program expectations. Please click on one of our virtual Information Session dates below to register for the webinar. If you Read More >>
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Fellows Feature: Sandra Talbot and Lydia Olawaiye
Sandra Talbot and Lydia Olawaiye’s Fellowship project began with the motto, “find a need and fill it.” In collaboration with the Homewood Brushton Clinic and the Asthma QI Project, Sandra and Lydia aim to address the social determinants of health, including poor air quality, older housing, and lack of regular medical care. “We need to Read More >>
Fellow Feature: Dzigbordi Kamasa-Quashie & Inngide Osirus
Inngide Osirus was born in Haiti and raised in Florida. She studied microbiology at the University of Miami along with a handful of minors including public health, psychology, and Africana studies. Her collection of interests led her to pursue a masters of public health at the University of Pittsburgh. There, she met Dzigbordi Kamasa-Quashie from Read More >>
Fellow Feature: Ariel Snell
Ariel Snell has always been passionate about healthy smiles. While in high school, Ariel dressed as the tooth fairy and taught younger children about basic oral hygiene. During these peer education sessions, Ariel noticed that many children were missing teeth and had unaddressed cavities. She wondered “if their parents were even taking them to the Read More >>
Fellow Feature: Dmitra Inteuse Gideon
For 2019-2020 Schweitzer Fellow Dmitra Inteuse Gideon, life is a journey. Dmitra has always been a writer, but she forewent an English degree in favor of a Bachelors in International Studies from the University of Denver. After college, she worked as a counselor at a runaway shelter, a middle school counselor, and an intern in Read More >>
Upcoming Information Sessions for the Class of 2019-2020
Are you interested in learning more about the Pittsburgh Schweitzer Fellows Program? Have you ever considered applying, but you want more information? Join us at one of our Information Sessions to learn more about the Pittsburgh Schweitzer Fellows Program, fellowship requirements, and to ask any questions. Information Sessions are open to everyone. Scroll below to Read More >>
Fellow Feature: Taylor Hill and Elizabeth O’Karma
In this week’s Fellow Feature, we highlight Taylor Hill and Elizabeth O’Karma – graduate students at the University of Pittsburgh School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Audiology. Meet Taylor and Elizabeth Taylor is from Allentown, PA. When deciding on where she wanted to go for undergrad, she knew that she wanted to go to Read More >>
Fellow Feature: John Cordier
Meet this week’s featured fellow, John Cordier! John is a 3rd year graduate student at the University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health. For his Schweitzer project, John will be running an after school health science club for high school students. John is originally from Erie, Pennsylvania. He came to Pittsburgh to study neuroscience and Read More >>
Fellow Feature: Jenna Ingram and Allie Taylor
In this week’s Fellow Feature, we highlight Jenna Ingram and Alexandria (Allie) Taylor – graduate students at the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy. Meet Jenna and Allie! Jenna hails from Long Island, New York. When deciding on her undergraduate destination, she always knew that she wanted to live in a city. When asked how Read More >>
Fellow Feature Q&A: Molly Owens
In today’s Q&A we learn more about Molly Owens and her project, Power Up with Plants, that aims to serve the veterans in our community. Previously, we discussed Molly’s passions and personal interests. To learn more about Molly, click here. Q: Tell me about yourself, where are you from, what do you do? Molly: I’m Read More >>
Fellow Feature: Molly Owens
Meet this week’s Featured Fellow, Molly Owens! Molly Owens is an Environmental Fellow and has created the project Power Up with Plants. During Power Up with Plants, she will teach cooking classes to veterans and their families. The classes will cover fundamental topics such as: Education on the health and environmental benefits of plant-based meals Read More >>
Fellow Feature Q&A: Julia
In today’s Q and A with current Schweitzer Fellow Julia Saintz, we found out more about her project and how it will benefit the community. Previously we discussed her personal interests, as well as her passion for sustainability and working with elders. To learn more about Julia click here. Q: When did you become so Read More >>
Fellow Feature: Julia Saintz
Meet Julia Saintz, a 2018-2019 Environmental Fellow! Julia’s project will focus on providing companionship for elders in the community who are living in senior living centers or nursing homes. As a result of that companionship, she will work with elders to find ways to improve the community’s sustainability practices and reduce environmental impact. Senior citizens Read More >>
2018-2019 Fellows’ Wish List
The Pittsburgh Schweitzer Fellows Program is excited to welcome our new class of 24 Fellows for the 2018-2019 year.Our Fellows are outstanding and dedicated emerging professionals who embody the legacy of Albert Schweitzer as leaders in service. They will be implementing a range of projects that highlight their creativity, passion, and commitment to serve disadvantaged Read More >>
Information Sessions for the Class of 2018-2019
Are you interested in learning more about the Pittsburgh Schweitzer Fellows Program? Have you ever considered applying, but you want more information? Join us at one of our Information Sessions to learn more about the Pittsburgh Schweitzer Fellows Program, fellowship requirements, and to ask any questions. Information Sessions are open to everyone. Scroll below to Read More >>
