Dr. Tammi Alvey Thomas is a scholar-practitioner whose expertise bridges academic leadership, public health practice, and workforce development. With a Ph.D. in Social Work and extensive administrative experience, she has led transformative initiatives in student affairs, undergraduate education, and community-engaged scholarship. Her funded projects and peer-reviewed publications reflect a sustained commitment to health equity, innovative pedagogy, and intersectoral partnerships. Nationally recognized through presentations, advisory roles, and leadership appointments, Dr. Thomas advances scholarship by integrating research, practice, and education to prepare, practice-ready public health professionals equipped to address complex public health challenges.