Dr. Tashara Leak

Associate Professor

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Biography

Tashara M. Leak is an Associate Professor and Associate Dean at Cornell University's College of Human Ecology in New York City, specializing in Nutritional Sciences. She is deeply committed to conducting research that informs public health programming and policy. Her work primarily involves designing culturally relevant interventions in partnership with community stakeholders, aiming to improve the diet, health, and overall well-being of adolescents living in urban communities. The majority of her research studies have clearly identified a plan for translation, marking the beginning of impactful community engagement.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Scholar

— Present

School of Public Health, University of California-Berkeley • Berkeley, CA

Conducted research in public health nutrition.

Requirements for Cornell University

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:15
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture