Jennifer Ronberg

District 9-1 Coastal - Savannah

Hometown: Savannah, GA

Graduate Alma Matter: Georgia Southern University

What excites you most about the fellowship program: I am excited about working with people that share my passion and enthusiasm for public health and epidemiology. I’m excited about enhancing my public health background and making a positive impact in my community. The opportunity to make a tangible impact on public health and save lives fuels my excitement.

What excites you most about working in your assigned health district: I am excited to start a new role and accept new challenges at the Coastal Health District. I’m eager to expand my public health surveillance, data analysis, and community health skills.

What do you love most about epidemiology: I have always had a deep passion for epidemiology, infectious diseases, outbreaks, and public health prevention. The intricate interplay between pathogens, humans, and the environment has fascinated me since I first learned about Ebola in ninth grade. I love the ever-evolving nature of infectious diseases because it presents a constant challenge that fuels my curiosity and desire for scientific knowledge. Contributing to the health and well-being of populations, especially in my community, by applying epidemiological principles and implementing preventative measures is what I love most about epidemiology.

Epi Interests: Infectious Diseases; Maternal and Child Health; Environmental

Hobbies and favorite pastimes: I enjoy spending time with my family. I have a 4-year-old son that shares my love for exploring the world. I also like to craft with epoxy resin.

Fun fact: I collect insects that perish and put them in the epoxy resin.