Emily Herrberg graduated from Temple University in 2024 with a MPH in Epidemiology.
At Temple University, Emily pursued an interest in infectious disease surveillance and chronic health outcomes from infectious diseases. She interned at the Hepatitis B foundation were she conducted research into chronic hepatitis B health patient preferences and adherence to medication. She also assisted on the development of a three pronged study on attitudes on COVID-19 vaccines for those living with liver disease. During her time in undergrad, she spent three years in the Holub laboratory of Chemical Biology, she was involved in various projects and led a team of undergraduates. Further, Emily was involved in the peer health promotion organization POWER/GAMMA. During this time, she helped organize events, create educational materials, and teach health programs to students at the University. Her programs focused on drug and alcohol safety, women’s health, and sexual health. Additionally, she volunteered in hospice care and worked in home health care where she helped advocate for clients. Her work in POWER/GAMMA and as a volunteer led to her interest in public health, public health administration, and epidemiology.
In joining the South Jersey Institute for Public Health (SJIPH), Emily coordinated and organized materials relating to research funding. In addition, she helped to plan, facilitate, and lead both virtual and in-person functions such as the annual Sandbox event.