Dr. Yvette Cozier

Professor

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Biography

Yvette C. Cozier, DSc, is an Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice at Boston University's School of Public Health. Her research primarily focuses on the social and genetic determinants of health, particularly among African American women, examining how psychosocial stressors like racism and neighborhood socioeconomic status influence health outcomes such as cancer, cardiometabolic conditions, and immune-mediated diseases like lupus and sarcoidosis. Cozier is a co-investigator on the Black Women’s Health Study and has contributed significantly to understanding the complexities affecting this population's health. In addition to her research, she has been deeply involved in academic administration, advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion within the university. This includes chairing several committees and designing courses aimed at fostering social epidemiology and health promotion among marginalized communities. Her teaching and mentoring roles are complemented by her efforts in community engagement through programs that support health equity and inclusion.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice

2020-01-01 — Present

Boston University School of Public Health • Boston, MA

Oversees initiatives to promote diversity and inclusion within the School of Public Health.

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

Boston University School of Public Health • Boston, MA

Teaches courses in epidemiology and conducts research on health disparities among African American women.

Awards

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Norman Scotch Award for Excellence in Teaching

2016-01-01
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Dean's Award for Faculty Prize

2015-01-01
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Excellence in Teaching Award

2013-01-01

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

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