Dr. Wanda M. Burton
Dr. Burton is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Science. She teaches undergraduate and graduate health disparities courses. Dr. Burton also teaches an interdisciplinary research methods course to graduate students across multiple departments within the College of Human Environmental Sciences (CHES). Dr. Burton's research interests include health equity and she has investigated racial health disparities in low birthweight and mental health. Dr. Burton has also examined other social justice issues such as sexual assault and dating violence on college campuses and inequities facing the LGBTQ communities. She has co-authored papers in the Journal of Health Disparities Research and Practice, American Journal of Health Education, and Sex Education: Sexuality, Society and Learning. In addition to her teaching and research, Dr. Burton has professional public health experience in the community addressing poverty, disability rights, and gender violence. Learn more about Dr. Burton's research on racism & mental health.
Dr. Burton's research informs her service. As the director of Diversity and Inclusivity, Dr. Burton works with an interdisciplinary team to improve diversity, equity and inclusion for the College of Human Environmental Sciences. She is a member of the Academic Diversity Council, and works with the University of Alabama's Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Dr. Burton is a native of Tuscaloosa, AL. She received her bachelor's degree in Psychology, a master's degree in Human Development and Family Studies and a PhD in Health Education Health Promotion, from the University of Alabama. She enjoys time with her family, listening to music and reading.
Curriculum Vitae
Dr. Burton's research informs her service. As the director of Diversity and Inclusivity, Dr. Burton works with an interdisciplinary team to improve diversity, equity and inclusion for the College of Human Environmental Sciences. She is a member of the Academic Diversity Council, and works with the University of Alabama's Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Dr. Burton is a native of Tuscaloosa, AL. She received her bachelor's degree in Psychology, a master's degree in Human Development and Family Studies and a PhD in Health Education Health Promotion, from the University of Alabama. She enjoys time with her family, listening to music and reading.
Curriculum Vitae
