About Us

Our Mission

The Confounder is a blog dedicated to the community of students, faculty, and staff of the Department of Epidemiology at Rollins School of Public Health.

Our goal is to enhance the student experience by increasing awareness of professional opportunities and sharing insights and career advice related to work as Epidemiologists.

Above all, we strive to create an inclusive environment with open communication and conversation as core values.



Our Team



Noni Bourne

Managing Editor

Dr. Lauren Christiansen-Lindquist

Academic Advisor & Contributing Author



Erica Schipper

Editorial Associate



Tosin Olojo

Social Media Associate

Chisom Okereke

Social Media Associate



Dr. Timothy Lash

Chair, Department of Epidemiology

Contributing Author

Dr. Jodie Guest

Vice-Chair, Department of Epidemiology

Contributing Author

Upcoming Events
  • Professional Development Course: Introduction to Public Mental Health June 5, 2023 at 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Event Type: WorkshopContact Name: Allie SuessmithContact Email: allison.suessmith@emory.eduLink: https://sph.emory.edu/academics/public-mental-health/index.htmlA course for professionals and enrolled students seeking to explore emerging issues in public mental health.In-person 2-day interactive course to receive a certification of completion or course credit.June 5-6, 20239:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST
  • Professional Development Course: Introduction to Public Mental Health June 6, 2023 at 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Event Type: WorkshopContact Name: Allie SuessmithContact Email: allison.suessmith@emory.eduLink: https://sph.emory.edu/academics/public-mental-health/index.htmlA course for professionals and enrolled students seeking to explore emerging issues in public mental health.In-person 2-day interactive course to receive a certification of completion or course credit.June 5-6, 20239:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST
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