Pincus Scholars for 2024-2025
Daylyn is from Louisville, Kentucky. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Kentucky, earning a Bachelor's degree, Cum Laude in Public Health. One of her best experiences in undergraduate was participating in the 2023 Global Health Case Competition. This innovative competition brought together both graduate and undergraduate students from diverse disciplines across the University to form interdisciplinary teams. These teams developed comprehensive strategies to tackle pressing global health challenges.
In addition to her academic pursuits, Daylyn gained valuable practical experience working as an Epidemiology Technical Assistant at the Kentucky Department for Public Health. Her role in the infectious disease department allowed her to delve into the intricacies of disease surveillance, data analysis, and public health response strategies. This experience solidified her passion for epidemiology and equipped her with essential skills and insights that she is eager to expand upon in her graduate studies.
Daylyn is now embarking on her Master of Public Health (MPH) in Epidemiology, with a keen focus in infectious diseases and violence prevention. Her dedication to public health extends beyond the classroom and workplace, reflecting her commitment to making a tangible difference in community health and well-being. Outside of her academic and professional endeavors, Daylyn enjoys focusing on real estate, traveling, and spending time with her family.
Michael is a MPH student in the Epidemiology program at TSPHTM. His interests involve the reduction of health inequities among vulnerable populations caused by infectious diseases and violence through community-based and data-driven initiatives. He is particularly interested in uses and critiques of data in civil and human rights law. Prior to TSPHTM, Michael worked as a data scientist at the UCLA School of Law, where he standardized national data on COVID-19, all-cause mortality, and conditions in U.S. carceral facilities. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in anthropology and public policy from Dartmouth College.
Paula Naharros is working to obtain a Master of Public Health (MPH)in International Health and Sustainable Development at Tulane. Growing up, Paula’s life was one big adventure, constantly moving from one country to another. Her mother is from Nicaragua and her father is from Spain, and thanks to her father’s job, they moved around a lot. Paula was born in Mexico, and three years later, moved to Venezuela, a place that truly shaped her. In Venezuela, she attended an international school where she learned English and French. Her childhood was filled with watching Guacamayas fly and armadillo’s wander. But she also witnessed riots, political unrest, poverty, violence, and blackouts. Experiencing all this made her want to help those in need, which is why she chose to study public health.
Paula wanted a career that would allow her to return to the countries she once called home and make a difference. Paula spent two and a half years at Saint Louis University Madrid, double majoring in Public Health and International Studies, focusing on the Environment and Latin America. She then transferred to Saint Louis University in Missouri and finished her degree there. She also worked at LifeWise STL, a non-profit where she developed educational programs for a predominantly Latino school. Outside of her professional interests, she loves singing, writing poetry, photography, and meeting new people and cultures. Paula thrilled to be moving again and can’t wait to see what new adventures await in New Orleans!
Hailing from New Orleans, Louisiana, Kennadi Robinson is a passionate advocate dedicated to serving and empowering Black girls from underserved communities through reproductive justice. A proud alumna, class of 2022, she holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. Kennadi’s professional journey in public health started over a year ago at Women With a Vision in New Orleans. She works to provide public health services to young women through her youth program YWWAV. Through her experience, she has gained a special understanding of the public health struggles of New Orleans locals and has become dedicated to making meaningful change. Kennadi is pursuing dual master’s degrees in social work and public health.
Zainab recently graduated from the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) with a BSc in Anthropology/Sociology. She is a prospective maters student in the School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, hoping to contribute to the health, administrative, and violence prevention centers at Tulane. Additionally, she is eager to learn about policy formation related to maternal/ child health and domestic violence.
Zainab believes that the inherent presence of domestic violence within society largely emerges through a lack of accountability or consequences towards certain actions. In addition to this, laws are not implemented in a transparent manner, often creating a judicial and legislative system which is biased. This is why a public health centric approach may become necessary for fruitful results. This includes collaborating with non-governmental organizations which advocate for representation and awareness at a communal level. Furthermore, interacting with individuals experiencing the brunt of violence becomes crucial for making a lasting impact in policies.
