Dr. Elizabeth Onyango

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Elizabeth Onyango is an Assistant Professor in the School of Public Health at the University of Alberta. She holds a PhD in Health Geography from the University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, and a Master's in Public Health, Epidemiology, and Population Health from Maseno University, Kenya. Her current research and teaching focus on healthy sustainable communities, community health promotion research, and food security. Dr. Onyango utilizes mixed methods research approaches, incorporating qualitative techniques such as interviews, focus groups, and photovoice, along with quantitative survey methodologies to study health and nutrition issues affecting marginalized groups. Her significant work includes research on food insecurity across multiple contexts, including Kenya, Ecuador, South Africa, and Canada, and her findings have been published in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Onyango is also involved with various community organizations focused on health and wellness, demonstrating a commitment to public service and engagement.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2021-09-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Teaching and researching in the School of Public Health, focusing on sustainable communities and health promotion.

Courses

SPH 537 - Using Creating Evidence in Public Health Practice II

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management