Ruby A. Batimana is a public health professional with over 20 years of experience in military public health, community health, health promotion, environmental health, and health policy. She is currently the Lead Evaluator for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Improvement and Advancement (CCBHC-IA) grant through the SAU-RYC (UnityPoint - Robert Young Center) partnership.
Ruby also shares her expertise in academia, serving as an Adjunct Professor in the Public Health programs at St. Ambrose University, Augustana College, and the University of Global Health Equity (UGHE)
She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Santo Tomas, a Master of Public Health from Touro University International, and a Master of Jurisprudence in Health Law and Policy from Loyola University Chicago School of Law. She is a candidate for Doctor of Public Health from Capella University.
Throughout her career, Ruby has worked with nonprofit organizations in various capacities, focusing on health equity and advocating for underserved communities. She is deeply committed to public health, social justice, and public service.
“My professional focus is on empowering the next generation with the essential knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Through the development of public health curricula, mentoring in basketball programs, and leadership in strategic initiatives, I am consistently motivated by a commitment to equity, empowerment, and lifelong learning. I view education as a transformative process that extends beyond the delivery of information. By cultivating curiosity, resilience, and real-world preparedness, my goal is to close gaps and establish pathways that equip young individuals not only for employment but also for meaningful careers and positive contributions to their communities.”