Centers for Disease Control & Prevention

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SEI students traveled to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, GA., gaining a rare opportunity to explore its history and mission.  In addition, students were exposed to a variety of  STEM careers: health practitioners, biological researchers, mathematicians, statisticians, accountants, and computer scientist; focusing on one main goal.  To promote health and quality of life by preventing and controlling disease, injury, and disability.  The CDC seeks to accomplish its mission by working with partners throughout the nation and the world to

• monitor health,
• detect and investigate health problems,
• conduct research to enhance prevention,
• develop and advocate sound public health policies,
• implement prevention strategies,
• promote healthy behaviors,
• foster safe and healthful environments,
• provide leadership and training.

Those functions are the backbone of CDC’s mission. Each of CDC’s component organizations undertakes these activities in conducting its specific programs. The steps needed to accomplish this mission are also based on scientific excellence, requiring well-trained public health practitioners and leaders dedicated to high standards of quality and ethical practice.