Could you explain what you are up to now? What is rewarding about your current role and/or other pursuits?
I currently work as a Strategic Business Analyst at CINQCARE, a company dedicated to providing healthcare services to some of the most vulnerable populations across the country. Our programs are supported by contracts with CMS and other payors, with a mission to improve access to care for communities that have historically been underserved.
In my role within the IT department, I help define and implement technology solutions that support clinical workflows — from enabling data sharing for clinical decision-making to ensuring billing, communication, and member engagement processes are seamless. It’s incredibly rewarding to know that the work I do contributes directly to improving healthcare access for people who grew up in communities like mine, where going to the doctor was often seen as a luxury rather than a priority. Seeing photos of smiling moms supported during their birthing process or making the work of our care providers easier means everything to me.
Outside of work, I’m currently studying for the LSAT in preparation for law school — a pivot from my pre-med path in college. I also stay connected to my roots as a former student-athlete by serving on the BJU alumni board as a Women’s Basketball representative. This year, I had the privilege of organizing a successful alumni weekend, complete with a basketball game, happy hours, and networking events. I’m also part of a mentorship initiative that supports current student-athletes with career planning. In my free time, I enjoy working out (though not as intensely as during my college days!), reading, and exploring New York City, where I now live.
What has your path looked like since JHU? Did the PHS program help prepare you for your current work? How so?
After graduation, I moved to NYC to start a job in life sciences consulting. I worked there for about a year before moving into my current role at CINQCARE, which aligned more closely with my passions and interests in health equity and systems-level change. I was still considering medical school up until about six months post-grad, but my work experiences began to show me other sides of healthcare — ones that I felt more drawn to than bedside care. This eventually led me to pursue a future in law.
The Public Health Studies (PHS) program was incredibly formative for me. It taught me how to think differently — not just academically, but about life and community. It was the first time I started thinking critically about the ripple effects of everyday experiences and how systems impact people in real, tangible ways. The program helped me develop a sense of empathy that I had always felt innately but hadn’t yet learned to apply in a professional setting. It also helped me adapt to change more confidently, approach ambiguity with curiosity, and communicate across disciplines — all skills I use every single day.
Any advice for PHS undergraduates as they navigate how and what to pursue after JHU?
I wish I had opened myself up to learning more about the many paths within healthcare beyond pre-med. It would have made pivoting away from that track feel less intimidating and less like failure. What I’ve come to realize is that changing your mind — whether it’s about your career, further education, or life goals — isn’t failure at all. It’s growth.
If you’re unsure about what’s next, that’s okay. Grad school will always be there. Taking time to gain real-world experience has been invaluable for me. It’s taught me what I value, what I’m good at, and what the professional world actually looks like beyond the classroom. When I do return to school, I’ll bring with me the confidence and clarity that only comes from having lived through those lessons.
For job searching, I’d highly recommend keeping your LinkedIn up to date and getting comfortable reaching out to alumni, recruiters, or professionals whose work interests you. Use your social and academic networks from Hopkins — people are often more willing to help than you might think, and they love talking about their journeys. It’s a win-win.
And most importantly, give yourself grace. It’s normal to feel like you should have everything figured out after graduation — but the truth is, most of us don’t. Every step, even the uncertain ones, can lead to something meaningful.