A Passionate Advocate for Public Health: Meet Logan Hamilton

As a graduate student, Logan presented at national conferences while pursuing her degree online.

Like many Chamberlain University students, Logan Hamilton worked full time while earning a degree online. But Logan’s commitments didn’t end there. She also worked a part-time job, served as student president of an honor society and presented her research at public health conferences — all while pursuing her Master of Public Health (MPH) degree at Chamberlain. Find out how she balanced her many roles while also maintaining a 4.0 GPA.

From healthcare administration to public health advocacy

Logan earned a bachelor’s degree in health science with a concentration in healthcare administration from State University of New York Brockport. She works full time as a domestic violence paralegal at the Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York and also works part-time as a residence counselor at Integrated Community Alternatives Network’s Evelyn’s House, a youth shelter for young mothers and babies. Her undergraduate studies provided her with a broad understanding of health systems, and her work solidified her understanding of the complex challenges faced by vulnerable populations. Logan decided to combine her educational and career experiences and pursue a master’s in public health degree.

Choosing Chamberlain

When researching graduate programs, Logan was drawn to Chamberlain’s MPH program. Since her undergraduate degree was not in public health, she appreciated that she could enroll without completing additional educational prerequisites. When asked how she describes the culture in Chamberlain’s online graduate degree program, Logan says, “In one word, it’s supportive.”

She adds that when she began her public health studies, Chamberlain provided a thorough program overview. “You know everything that you need to do, right from the start,” she notes. Logan shared that even though she wasn’t in a traditional classroom, “the professors were engaging and easy to reach out to.” And she appreciated the student support that Chamberlain provides, like tutoring. When she needed help maintaining her grade-point average, she knew a tutor could assist her.

Logan worked hard to earn her 4.0 GPA and wanted to join an honor society. She learned about Delta Omega, which promotes the graduate study of public health and recognizes outstanding achievement in the field. The only problem was that Chamberlain University didn’t have a chapter. Logan helped to change that. Logan became the student president of the Epsilon Psi chapter of the Delta Omega Honorary Society in Public Health. Eligible Chamberlain students can apply, and members enjoy benefits such as leadership development, networking opportunities, publication opportunities and participation in National Day of Service.

Presenting research at national conferences

In Chamberlain’s MPH program, it’s not only the faculty who conduct research — alumni and graduate students do, too. In 2024, Logan presented her research on the outcomes of reproductive health laws at the Public Health Law Practitioners Convening in New Orleans. This opportunity arose after she completed training in legal epidemiology, where she learned to track laws and compare health outcomes, and then applied those skills to a research paper for a Chamberlain class on health policy.

The following month, she again presented her research, this time at the 47th Annual Health Law Professors Conference in Philadelphia.

Chamberlain’s MPH degree program equips students to engage with real-world public health issues, and Logan is using the skills she’s gained to contribute to the field’s knowledge and discourse.

A future in public health leadership

Logan graduated from Chamberlain with a Master of Public Health degree in the fall of 2024. Her commitment to public health has not only been reflected in her academic achievements but also in her active involvement with the New York State Public Health Association’s Policy and Advocacy Committee. Her work there, combined with her academic and professional experiences, has positioned her as a future leader in the public health field.

For prospective students considering a career in public health, Logan advises being fully engaged with every aspect of the coursework and seeking out opportunities for interaction with faculty and peers. “Meet with your professors, stay engaged and ask questions,” she says. “Do the best that you can so that you have all doors open to you.”

Chamberlain’s MPH program, with its supportive culture and emphasis on practical application, can provide you with the tools you need to pursue your goals. If you are dedicated to improving community health and advocating for those in need, consider applying to Chamberlain’s Master of Public Health (MPH) online degree program. 

Chamberlain University, an HLC-accredited institution, offers bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral and certificate programs in nursing and healthcare professions. With a growing network of campuses and robust online programs, Chamberlain continues to build on more than 130 years of excellence in preparing extraordinary healthcare professionals.
 

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