“While there is constantly new knowledge being learned, the major challenge in public health today is translating knowledge into practice. Pursuant to that, encouraging students to learn more about factors that influence decision-making is a main emphasis of public health practice.”
Dr. Basch holds master’s degrees in nutrition education, communication and education, and cognition and learning, as well as a doctorate all from Teachers College, Columbia University. In addition, she holds an MPH with an emphasis in public health practice from University of Massachusetts Amherst. Dr. Basch completed her postdoctoral training in the Department of Epidemiology at Columbia University with a specialization in cancer-related population science. Her interests and expertise are in cancer related health education, behavioral science, and health communication. Dr. Basch has published more than 200 peer-reviewed papers on a wide array of public health topics.
What do you want students to take away from your courses?
While there is constantly new knowledge being learned, the major challenge in public health today is translating knowledge into practice. Pursuant to that, encouraging students to learn more about factors that influence decision-making is a main emphasis of public health practice.
Why did you start teaching?
I started teaching because I knew it would be incredibly rewarding. I recognize that the teaching/learning process is reciprocal— an educator can learn a great deal from individual students as well as from the collective ingenuity of students.
What advice would you give to those considering this online program?
Faculty in the Department of Public Health at William Paterson University motivate, enable, and support students. Take advantage of this opportunity to establish new connections both with faculty and classmates. Establishing connections through a common goal is powerful.
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