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Resources for MPH, MPH-D, Dental Certificate, OT certificate, and Dual DMD/MPH-D and MPH-SOMA students | A.T. Still University - College of Graduate Health Studies

What is the Student Corner

The Public Health Student Corner is a place where you can find numerous resources during your tenure as a student in the Department of Public Health. Other questions that you might have may be answered in the CGHS Student Resources, or you can ask your Academic Advisor (contact information below).

We encourage you to look around and check out all that we offer. We also encourage you to remember to check back periodically as we will continually update resources and information.

Comments and suggestions may be sent to the webmaster (solicitations will be ignored).

Public Health Program Chair

Jaana Gold, DDS, PhD, MPH, CPH
Public Health Program Chair

Jaana Gold, DDS, PhD, MPH, CPH, is tenured professor at A.T. Still University College of Graduate MPH program and program chair starting Jan 2nd 2025. Dr. Gold received her DDS degree from the University of Oulu, Finland in 1992; a PhD in preventive dentistry and cariology in 2005; MPH degree from University of Florida in 2015; and certification in dental public health from the NYU Langone Hospitals in 2019. She is a diplomate and board certified by the American Board of Dental Public Health. She brings over 25 years of experience in teaching, research and practice in dentistry. In 2017, she received a mid-career faculty award from the American Dental Association (ADA) and the American Association of Dental Research (AADR) for her accomplishments in promoting Evidence-based Dentistry. In 2022, she received Michael Samuels Impact on Public Health Award through At Still University CGHS. She has published original research in peer-reviewed journals and presented in several international and national conferences. Dr. Gold is a member of several national and international professional organizations; serves in several national and institutional leadership roles and continues to conduct research and promote and advocate for oral health in underserved populations.

She is a passionate advocate for public health and students' wellbeing. She has an open door policy meaning she welcomes students' questions or concerns.

jgold@atsu.edu | P: 352-283-0878

Academic Support and Success

Bethany Clatt, MSEd
Academic Advisor
MPH Programs, Public Health Certificates, and ASDOH, MOSDOH, SOMA dual-degree students

My name is Bethany Clatt, and I am the academic advisor for the Public Health program. I have been with A. T. Still University since 2014 and was privileged to be a member of the founding staff of the Missouri School of Dentistry & Oral Health.

Born in Southern Missouri, I was raised in the South Pacific Islands and have now found my home in Northeast Missouri. My free time is mostly spent outdoors on my husband's farm and with my children. I have a Master of Science in Education degree from Purdue University which was earned via online classes. This degree gave me perspective on the unique challenges faced by online adult learners. I am pleased to assist public health students and see them achieve their goals.

bclatt@atsu.edu | P: 660-626-2993

Laura Harvey, MBA
Academic Advisor
Occupational Therapy Public Health Certificate

My name is Laura Harvey. I am the Academic Advisor for the Occupational Therapy Public Health Certificate students. I have been with A.T. Still University since 2008, previously in the Registrar's Office, and with the College of Graduate Health Studies since November 2011. My family includes my husband Kerry, our college age sons Ryan and Jaren, and our dogs Nash and Remi. I am also a small business owner. When I am not working, you can find me enjoying time outdoors or traveling to Ryan's college track meets and Jaren's football games that he coaches.

lharvey@atsu.edu | P: 660.626.2838

Student Support Services Contact Information

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Last updated: 8.29.24