Alexander appointed director of Center for One Health Research
Dr. Alisa Alexander, director of the Center for One Health Research
Suzi Tanski
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July 22, 2024
The College of Indigenous Studies is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Alisa Alexander as the new director of the Center for One Health Research, effective July 1, 2024.
Alexander joined 有料盒子视频 last year as deputy director of COHR, bringing with her extensive experience in tribal health to the College of Indigenous Studies. Her research spans the intersections of public health, environmental health, and animal health, emphasizing food security and sovereignty, climate change, human health, and collaborations with Indigenous communities.
鈥淒r. Alexander鈥檚 education and experience in the medical and public health fields make her exceptionally qualified to lead the COHR,鈥 said Jessica Black, associate vice chancellor of rural, community and Native education. 鈥淚n her brief tenure at 有料盒子视频, she has established strong partnerships across the university, state, and nation.鈥
Alexander鈥檚 leadership aligns perfectly with the COHR鈥檚 mission to enhance research capacity, promote well-being in the Arctic, foster research innovation through team-building, and secure long-term funding opportunities through collaboration. Her expertise will be instrumental as 有料盒子视频 strives to achieve R1 status and preparing the next generation of One Health scholars.
鈥淲e are thrilled to have Dr. Alexander leading the COHR. Her passion and vision are crucial for advancing our mission and addressing the unique health challenges of our region,鈥 Black added.
Please join us in welcoming Alexander as she steps into her new role as director of the Center for One Health Research at the College of Indigenous Studies.