Delta Omega at Mason: Celebrating a Decade of Dedication to Public Health Excellence

The College of Public Health is proud to celebrate the milestone of the tenth anniversary of the establishment of the Gamma Tau chapter of The Delta Omega Honorary Society in Public Health. Delta Omega’s mission is to promote excellence in the field of public health and improve the health of individuals both domestically and internationally.

Over the past decade, the College has inducted a total of 146 students and faculty members into the Gamma Tau chapter, including 108 Master’s students, 39 undergraduate students, and two faculty members (Dr. Laura Poms and Dr. Lila Fleming). This year, the chapter will be inducting its first cohort of PhD students, further expanding its reach in honoring academic achievements in public health.

Carolyn Drews-Botsch, professor and chair of Global and Community Health, emphasized the importance of having a Delta Omega chapter at Mason in recognizing the academic excellence of students and faculty. The College continues to excel in public health education, research, and practice, with its students serving as a testament to its success.

The impact of Delta Omega can be seen in the accomplishments of its alumni. Bianca Alba, a mentor in the Public Health Alumni Mentorship Program, is now a Public Health Analyst at the Health Resources and Services Administration. Abby Lilak, who conducted research in Kenya during her MS in Global Health, is pursuing a PhD at the University of Florida. Taylor Thomas, another alumna, credits her experience at Mason for igniting her passion for population health as she pursues her Master of Public Health at George Washington University.

In addition to celebrating its tenth anniversary, Mason’s Delta Omega chapter is observing National Public Health Week 2024 through volunteer service events with organizations like Patriot Pantry and Presidents Park Greenhouse. This commitment to public health reflects the chapter’s dedication to advancing the health and well-being of communities.

As we reflect on this milestone anniversary for our Delta Omega chapter at Mason University’s College of Public Health