Teaching

Leigh has taught at both the undergraduate at graduate levels, focusing on global reproductive equity. 

Her teaching interests include:

  • Sexual and reproductive health and rights
  • Race, gender and health equity
  • Population health metrics
  • The quantification of health
  • Global health and development
  • Reproductive Justice
  • Survey research design
  • Qualitative methods
  • Mixed research methods

In 2016, she was awarded a Certificate of Distinction in Teaching by the Derek Bok Center for Teaching and Learning at Harvard University.

Excerpts from student evaluations:

-   "Leigh brought such a unique perspective to the class in her discussions about indicators and some of the more empirical parts of global health.  Her on the ground experience contributed to an amazing dynamic and learning relationship in class as well as in section.  Her willingness to engage in open dialogue was unmatched."

-   "I love the visuals and the plans for the sections!  They were really engaging..."

-   "Leigh was an amazing [teacher] and I am truly going to miss her."