Erica Gollub

Erica Gollub is a Professor in the Department of Health Sciences within the College of Health Professions at Pace University. Her work bridges epidemiology, public health, and social justice, with a strong focus on HIV prevention, mental health, and health disparities. She is based at the Westchester campus in Lienhard Hall.

Education:

• DrPH in Epidemiology, Columbia University
• MPH in Population/Family Health, Columbia University
• BS in Biology, Stanford University

Research Interests:
Dr. Gollub's research spans reproductive justice, behavioral health, and the social determinants of health. She investigates HIV prevention technologies, particularly structural barriers for women, and examines mental health and prevention behaviors among college students during crises like the pandemic. Her work also addresses disparities in firearm-related intimate partner homicides and integrates syndemic theory to understand overlapping social and health challenges.

Recent Research Trends:
Her recent presentations and funded research reflect a strong emphasis on integrative models of health behavior, particularly during public health emergencies. Themes include vaccine hesitancy, mental health under societal stress, structural inequities in healthcare access, and violence prevention. These works often employ epidemiological methods and national datasets to uncover disparities and inform policy.

Scientific Awards:

• Provost Office Student-Faculty Research Award, Pace University (2022)
• Kenan Faculty Development Award, Pace University (2021)
• COVID-19 Collaborative Interdisciplinary Research Award (2021)
• Provost’s Certificate for Prolific and Exemplary Scholarship (2019)
• Fulbright Scholar (1997)
• Award for Accomplished Foreign Researchers, France (1998)

Advising and Grants:
Dr. Gollub actively mentors students through funded research projects, including multiple Student-Faculty Research Awards. She led a funded interdisciplinary study on Covid-19 vaccine beliefs among college students. She chairs the Allied Health Search Committee and contributes to academic service at Pace. Her work is supported by institutional grants focused on collaborative and innovative public health research.

Labs and Teams:
While no formal lab is mentioned, Dr. Gollub collaborates across disciplines, working with colleagues in psychology and public health. She presents regularly at the American Public Health Association and contributes to professional service through abstract reviews. Her affiliations with Columbia University’s HIV Center and ongoing engagement with national public health networks indicate an active research team presence.