Ashlee Dodd is an Infection Preventionist at UNM Hospital and full time MHA student. With over 15 years in healthcare, Ashlee has experience in the clinical lab setting, emergency medical services, health information management, care coordination, and quality program management. Ashlee holds a bachelor’s degree in Population Health from the University of New Mexico and plans to pursue a doctoral degree in Health Sciences beginning in Fall of 2022.

Madison Gonya is in her final year of the MHA program through the School of Public Administration at UNM. Having received a Bachelor’s degree with a double major in criminology and political science, Madison’s research interests include but are not limited to the politicization of care. She is a graduate assistant for Dr. Edwardson and Dr. Cartwright, working on varying research projects related to rural health, cancer research studies on tribal lands in NM, as well as work looking to the politicization of COVID-19. After graduating in May of 2022, Madison hopes to pursue a PhD to further her research and focus on health policy, with a keen interest in international spaces. She looks forward to serving as the Vice President and is excited to work with those in health care in varying capacities, including fellow students and staff members throughout the School of Public Administration and beyond.

Kenneth Vince Garcia is a Health and Nutrition Coordinator for Presbyterian Medical Services - Children's Service Department, in San Juan County New Mexico. Kenneth is also a full-time student at the University of New Mexico's School of Public Administration and is on his last year of the Master of Health Administration (MHA) track. Kenneth is also a United States Marine Veteran who worked in Logistical Administration during his military service. Kenneth holds a Bachelor of the Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Arizona. Kenneth plans to obtain a CMPE certification from MGMA and work towards becoming a leader within his current organization.

Daniel Crouse is in his final year of the MHA program through the School of Public Administration at UNM. Having received a Bachelor’s degree in Population Health with a minor in Communications, Daniel has a wide variety of experience in positions such as a case investigator with the Albuquerque Area Indian Health Board (AAIHB), and assisting in teaching the “Alternatives to Violence” and “New Connections” programs for teenagers who have police reports involving violence in school or within family settings, at Outcomes Inc. Daniel plans to blend his knowledge and experience in population health, and healthcare administration in order to better serve the Albuquerque community after graduation.