Learning the Ropes: Lessons from Mountaineering and Epidemiology by Michelle Holshue, PhD, BSN, RN

EIS 2019 alumna Michelle Holshue shares the parallels she’s observed as a public health practitioner and amateur mountaineer. Drawing from her experience investigating disease outbreaks and conquering her dizzying fear of heights, she shares her experience finding trusted partners and alternative measures of success. She also talks about the fine line between persevering when you can’t see a way forward and knowing when to care for yourself by turning back.

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https://www.cdc.gov/eis/videos/ted-talks-michelle-holshue-2025-lowres.mp4