Georgia Southern Associate Dean Nandi A. Marshall, DrPH, named president of the American Public Health Association
Nandi A. Marshall, DrPH, professor and associate dean for 秋葵视频鈥檚 Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health, has been named president of the American Public Health Association (APHA), the nation鈥檚 oldest and largest organization of public health professionals.
Marshall began her presidential term on Nov. 5, following a year as president-elect. She will serve a three-year term on APHA鈥檚 executive board, including her current presidential year and a subsequent year as immediate past president.
With more than two decades of experience in community-engaged public health, Marshall is widely recognized for her leadership in advancing maternal and child health equity, and for her dedication to preparing the next generation of the public health workforce. She holds a bachelor鈥檚 in religious studies from Spelman College, a master鈥檚 in public health from East Stroudsburg University and a Doctor of Public Health from Georgia Southern.
鈥淒r. Marshall鈥檚 appointment to lead APHA is a tremendous national recognition of her contribution to public health 鈥� and a reflection of Georgia Southern鈥檚 growing impact on the global public health landscape,鈥� said Avinandan Mukherjee, Ph.D., provost and executive vice president for Academic Affairs. 鈥淗er commitment to community partnership, workforce development and health equity exemplifies the values we strive to instill in every graduate of our distinctive public health college.鈥�
Marshall鈥檚 work has centered on bridging lived experience and scientific research to drive equitable health outcomes.
鈥淚鈥檓 deeply honored to serve as APHA president,鈥� Marshall said. 鈥淧ublic health calls us to listen to communities, honor their wisdom and work together to build the equitable systems that recognize health as a human right. Equity is not an outcome 鈥� it鈥檚 a commitment. And I鈥檓 grateful to continue this work with purpose, courage and love alongside partners across the country.鈥�
Founded in 1872, APHA represents more than 25,000 members nationwide, serving as a convener, catalyst and advocate for equitable health and well-being for all. The association connects practitioners, researchers, educators and policymakers to advance evidence-based public health initiatives.