Kate Murray, Mph
About Kate Murray, Mph
Kate Murray, MPH, is a Program Manager at the Minnesota Department of Health, specializing in health equity and cross-sector collaboration. She has a diverse background in public health, communications, and project management, with experience in various organizations including the University of Minnesota and Mayo Clinic.
Work at Minnesota Department of Health
Kate Murray currently serves as a Program Manager at the Minnesota Department of Health, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing various health initiatives and programs aimed at improving public health outcomes in Minnesota. Prior to this, she worked as a Communications Specialist and Engagement Coordinator at the same department from 2019 to 2021. Her work has focused on health education and communication strategies to engage the community effectively.
Education and Expertise
Kate Murray holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from the University of Minnesota School of Public Health, where she studied Public Health Administration and Policy from 2014 to 2016. She also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Health Sciences from South Dakota State University between 2000 and 2005. Her educational background includes a focus on communications theory and health message design at the Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication.
Background
Kate Murray has a diverse professional background that spans various sectors, including public health, patient care, and communications. She began her career as a Patient Care Assistant at Mayo Clinic in 2005 and has since held multiple roles in health policy and management. Her experience includes working as a Graduate Assistant and Research Assistant at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health, as well as serving in various capacities at Mississippi Market Natural Foods Cooperative and Beckman Coulter.
Achievements
During her graduate studies, Kate Murray received recognition for her leadership abilities, including awards for Most Innovative Master's Project and Best Presentation. She has also contributed to projects aimed at improving health insurance literacy in collaboration with the American Cancer Society. Her work has focused on grassroots policy change in areas such as aging, rural health, and racial equity, reflecting her commitment to affecting positive change within institutions and communities.
Interests and Additional Roles
In addition to her professional work, Kate Murray has interests in podcast production, illustration, and analog synthesizers. She has also served as communications co-chair and a member of the governing council for the Minnesota Public Health Association. Since 2017, she has been working as a Freelance Consultant through her own firm, Kate Murray Consulting, LLC, where she continues to apply her expertise in health equity and cross-sector collaboration.