Kristina Knight

Kristina Knight is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences at Case Western Reserve University's School of Medicine. She also serves as Associate Director of the MPH Program. Her expertise bridges public health education, community engagement, and equity-focused research.

Education: PhD in Health Education & Promotion (Kent State University, 2014), MPH (Case Western Reserve University, 2003), BS in Biology (University of Toledo, 2000).

Research focuses on improving youth health outcomes through education and community partnerships, emphasizing social justice and equitable health practices. She actively develops curricula that prepare students to address health disparities in diverse communities.

Award-winning educator recognized for teaching excellence (Gold Recognition Award 2019) and community service (APHA Black Caucus Award 2019). Holds fellowships including the German Marshall Fund's Marshall Memorial Fellowship (2012).

Labs/Teams: Actively involved in the MPH Program leadership and community-engaged initiatives through the Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences.