Dr. Zoua Vang

Professor

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Biography

Zoua M. Vang is a professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, specializing in interdisciplinary scholarship at the intersection of sociology, epidemiology, and medicine. Her research focuses on maternal and child health, international migration, Indigenous health, and the impacts of racism and discrimination on social determinants of wellness. She employs both qualitative and quantitative methodologies, particularly community-based participatory research (CBPR), to address health equity issues affecting underserved and marginalized populations, including immigrants, refugees, and Indigenous peoples in Canada and the United States. Vang directs the Maternal Child Health Equity & Safety Lab, which emphasizes research, knowledge transfer, and community outreach while providing training opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students. Her work also includes conducting anti-racism workshops for healthcare professionals and supporting cultural safety initiatives. Vang's extensive research portfolio reflects her commitment to improving health outcomes through collaboration with stakeholders in urban, rural, and Native communities.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Wisconsin–Madison

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Programming experience (Data Structures, Machine Organization) One year college-level calculus
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • CV/Resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Sciences