Stella Emezue
Urbana,IL
Summary
MPH candidate with a strong passion for health equity and experience in health education, program evaluation, and community-based research. Skilled in developing culturally relevant materials, facilitating staff trainings, and translating complex health information into accessible formats. Background includes work in maternal and child health, infection control, and public health outreach across diverse communities, both locally and internationally. Brings a collaborative mindset, strong communication skills, and a commitment to making public health more inclusive, understandable, and impactful for underserved populations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Infection Control Intern
Thrive of Lisle
Urbana, IL
01.2025 - Current
- Conducted in-service trainings for clinical and non-clinical staff on infection control protocols, ensuring compliance with up-to-date public health guidelines.
- Created educational materials—including flyers, newsletters, and presentations—to promote infection prevention practices throughout the facility.
- Translated complex infection control procedures into plain language to support understanding across departments and varying health literacy levels.
- Collaborated with leadership and staff to identify training needs, support outbreak response, and implement new safety procedures.
- Supported internal audits and quality improvement efforts by monitoring staff compliance and reinforcing infection prevention education.
Founder & Makeup Artist
Stella's Touch Makeup Artistry
Chicago, IL
07.2021 - Current
- Manage a freelance makeup business focused on enhancing confidence and promoting self-care through beauty services for diverse populations.
- Build strong client relationships rooted in cultural awareness, clear communication, and personalized care.
- Educate clients on skincare, hygiene, and product safety, reinforcing healthy routines and informed choices.
- Operate all aspects of the business including social media marketing, scheduling, and customer service, demonstrating strong organization and entrepreneurship.
- Provide inclusive services tailored to a wide range of skin tones, types, and cultural beauty norms, promoting equity and representation in beauty and wellness spaces.
Medical Mission Volunteer
Abba United Usa
Abba, Nigeria
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted physicians in distributing medical supplies, administering basic exams, and providing prescription medications and eyeglasses to underserved rural populations.
- Engaged with patients from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, promoting trust and delivering health education in a respectful and accessible manner.
- Supported screening and triage for common conditions including hypertension, diabetes, malaria, and typhoid fever.
- Collected and organized field data used in post-mission analysis to identify high rates of preventable illnesses and inform future intervention planning.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to improve patient flow and support equitable care delivery in a high-volume, resource-limited setting.
Patient Access Associate
OSF Hospital
Urbana, IL
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Accurately registered patients, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and hospital protocols
- Proficiently operated electronic health records (EHR) systems for patient information, insurance verification, and scheduling
- Acted as a connection between patients and financial counselors to facilitate discussions on payment options and insurance claims
- Conducted pre-registration screenings to identify patients' needs, demonstrating sensitivity to diverse backgrounds
Graduate Student Research Assistant
University of Illinois
Champaign, IL
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Led participant recruitment efforts and coordinated focus groups for the Illinois Kids Development Study (iKIDS), supporting maternal health research in underserved communities.
- Developed flyers, presentations, and newsletters to promote study participation and communicate research objectives in accessible, culturally relevant formats.
- Designed and distributed surveys to evaluate research effectiveness and participant engagement for both iKIDS and the All Our Kids (AOK) Network.
- Analyzed qualitative and quantitative data to assess maternal and child health trends and inform future community-based interventions.
- Contributed to biweekly reports summarizing findings from the AOK Network survey, supporting strategic planning for local coalition partners.
- Presented research findings at a university symposium, highlighting key maternal health insights and the impact of culturally responsive recruitment and evaluation methods.
Chem 104 Teacher's Assistant
University of Illinois
Urbana, IL
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Host Office Hours to educate students on course material after class
- Proctored several quizzes and tests to ensure academic integrity
- Provided education materials, including daily lesson plans and exam reviews in order to provide an effective learning environment for the students
- Independently supervised classes of 20+ students from arrival to dismissal while being a significant resource for them to succeed
Volunteer
Carle Hospital
Urbana, IL
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Enhanced patient care procedures by gathering, interpreting, and compiling case information in the NICU
- Collaborated with hospital volunteers to support nurses and medical staff in improving patient safety, comfort, and care
- Organized files/paperwork for receptionist
- Respond to phone calls and emails to prioritize organization to streamline administrative tasks
- Maintaining cleanliness based on compliance and sanitation guidelines
Education
Master of Public Health - Health Behavior Promotion
University of Illinois
Urbana-Champaign08-2025
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Health Sciences
University of Illinois
Urbana-Champaign05-2024
Skills
- Health Education & Promotion
- Program Evaluation (Qualitative & Quantitative)
- Survey Design & Data Collection
- Instructional Design & Training Facilitation
- Health Communication & Plain Language Writing
- Community Engagement & Outreach
- Cultural Competency in Public Health
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
- Qualtrics & Canva
- Time Management & Organizational Skills
Timeline
Infection Control Intern
Thrive of Lisle
01.2025 - Current
Medical Mission Volunteer
Abba United Usa
12.2024 - 01.2025
Patient Access Associate
OSF Hospital
08.2023 - 05.2024
Graduate Student Research Assistant
University of Illinois
05.2023 - 05.2024
Chem 104 Teacher's Assistant
University of Illinois
08.2022 - 05.2023
Founder & Makeup Artist
Stella's Touch Makeup Artistry
07.2021 - Current
Volunteer
Carle Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2023
Master of Public Health - Health Behavior Promotion
University of Illinois
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Health Sciences
University of Illinois
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