Katarina Preamble, BS

Leveraging her significant research expertise, Katarina collaborates with her team to improve their internal processes and assists with the unique challenges surrounding compliance with internal and external procedures.

Research Specialist

Organization:

West Virginia University Health Sciences Center

Department:

Health Affairs Institute

Classification:

Staff

• MPH, Kent State University, 2022
• BS, Public Health, West Virginia University

Burrel C., Preamble K., Wojcik, E.   Sustaining an HIV & Hepatitis C Screening Program in a Student Health Services Clinic. American College Health Association. 2019

Preamble K.   Mental Health and Indicators of Well-being in Adolescents. West Virginia University Van Liere Research Day. 2018

Rudisill T., Preamble K., Pilkertor C.   The liberalization of fireworks legislation and its effects on firework related injuries in West Virginia. BMC Public Health. 2018

Katarina Preamble is a Program Coordinator on the Child Welfare Evaluation program (CWE).  A Pennsylvania native, Katie earned her undergraduate degree from the School of Public Health at WVU. She worked for 5 years at WVU Medicine where she conducted clinical research with both COVID-19 and cardiovascular patients. She is currently earning her Master of Public Health.

In her role at the Office of Health Affairs, Katie plans and supports the organization of the program, manages communications, scheduling, secures necessary equipment and promotes positive relations between the team and external members.  Katie possesses excellent time management, organizational and multitasking abilities. She acts as a liaison between high level stakeholders and her collaborative mindset is a true asset to her team and to the Office of Health Affairs.