Dr. Souza completed her B.S. at the University of Maryland and then worked for a few years in research before attending veterinary school at North Carolina State University. Upon graduation, she worked in a small animal and exotic pet private practice for a year before coming to the University of Tennessee to complete a residency in Avian & Zoological Medicine and MPH. Since starting as an assistant professor in 2008, Dr. Souza’s responsibilities have shifted to a public health focus including overseeing the veterinary concentration of the MPH program and serving on numerous public health related committees. Her research seeks to answer questions and then apply those answers toward policy action to address One Health related issues. Recently, Dr. Souza stepped into the role of Associate Dean for Outreach and Global engagement where she will oversee continuing education provided by the college and increase international engagement.