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A Milestone for the Master of Public Health Program

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Yesterday, August 25, 2011, Vilayphone A. Sisouphanthong of the MPH Cohort #1 submitted the first capstone project in the program. His project entitled "Modeling of PM2.5 and Health Effects in Seven California Counties" was approved and signed by Dr. Piane. This means that Vil is our first official graduate. Vil plans to re-enlist in the US Army as an officer working in Public Health. Congratulations Vil! We are very proud of your accomplishments.

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