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Matthew Newland

Matthew Newland

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Influenza Program Officer at Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA), Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR)

  • Education

    • Harry A. Burke High School

      1985 - 1988
      High School Diploma Army JROTC/ROTC

      Activities and Societies: JROTC, Rifle Drill Team, Rangers, Drama, Bicycling Club I enjoyed my English literature courses especially as well as psychology and drama courses. I was especially happy to perform in high school plays and the musical my senior year. I was also in Army JROTC for a year studying under a retried Army Airborne Ranger who trained us as Rangers, in Rifle Drill Team, and "life".

    • St. Olaf College

      1988 - 1992
      Bachelor of Arts (BA) Sociology

      Activities and Societies: International Studies, International Students Association, Asian Concerns Group, Term in the Far East, International Night, Ballroom Dancing I studied Sociology and Asian Studies. I also studied German. I visited Germany and East Germany in January, 1990, right after the Berlin Wall came down. I also participated on the Term in the Far East, and travelled to Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong, China, and Thailand. I studied the Arts of China in Taiwan and then went to Thailand to study Thai, Buddhism, and SE Asian History and Culture. We lived with Thai host families while attending Chiang Mai University.

    • Chiang Mai University

      1990 - 1991
      Certificate in Advanced Thai Language Thail Language and Culture

      Activities and Societies: I was an exchange student at Chiang Mai University from St. Olaf College for a semester. I was also there for the summer of 1993, studying advanced Thai. I attended Chiang Mai University twice, first as an exchange student from St. Olaf College and then later as a graduate student in the Advanced Study of Thai program in 1993.

    • The George Washington University - School of Business

      2009 - 2013
      MBA Health/Health Care Administration/Management

      Activities and Societies: I completed my MBA Healthcare degree, mostly online, but I also took some courses on campus including Conflict Management & Negotiation and also Global Leadership. I completed the MBA Healthcare program while working full time. Most of the courses were online but I attended two courses on campus: 1) Conflict Management & Negotiation and 2) Leadership Skills for Global Leaders.

    • University of Hawaii at Manoa

      1995 - 2002
      Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Masters of Public Health Sociology and Public Health

      Activities and Societies: Student Educators Against AIDS, a volunteer group teaching HIV prevention to students. Also, Hui Ola Pono, the School of Public Health graduate student leadership group. I studied for my PhD in Sociology, focusing on Medical Sociology. I also studied for my Masters in Public Health. I wrote my dissertation about HIV in Thailand, analyzing Thailand's health care system and how Buddhist monks and nuns provide care, prevention, and treatment services for communities affected by HIV.

    • Drexel University

      2008 - 2008
      Certificate Epidemiology and Biostatistics

      I completed my Certificate in Epidemiology and Biostatistics

    • University of Oregon

      1992 - 1995
      Master of Arts (MA) Southeast Asian Studies

      Activities and Societies: Thai Night, International Night, Taekwondo Club I studied for my first Masters Degree in Asian Studies, focusing on Southeast Asia. I studied Thai and also served as an assistant instructor for Thai and Taekwondo.

  • Experience

    • U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

      Sept 2003 - now

      • Lead the development of manuscripts, presentations, and other media in order to inform program capabilities and identify future objectives to fill gaps• Analyze and propose influenza and emerging infectious disease policies for BARDA’s coordination among Federal agencies and international partners• Synthesize, extract, and organize influenza updates from Federal and non-Federal sources for BARDA leadership to present to Congress• Develop new policies and procedures for IEIDD• Represent BARDA on ASPR workgroups and with international partners on the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Pandemic Influenza Working Group (PIWG) on influenza and emerging infectious diseases• Analyze influenza and emerging infectious disease data and make programmatic recommendations to senior leadership to present to Congress, Federal and non-Federal partners, and stakeholders Show less • Analyze and propose HIV/AIDS international health policies based on Department regulations to improve program coordination among HHS Operational Divisions, S/GAC, MOH, and international development partners• Direct studies, literature reviews, and analyses of policies and major public health and science issues of concern to HHS, focusing on the global HIV/AIDS pandemic, including implementation issues related to PEPFAR and the Global Health Initiative• Represent leadership with policy makers in other Federal Agencies to coordinate efforts to achieve HHS objectives related to HIV/AIDS and other international health issues • Lead the implementation of training webinars on the global workforce and working overseas for HHS OPDIVs and STAFFDIVs to include identifying topics, trainers/speakers, responsibility for the logistics, and follow on evaluation Show less

      • Influenza Program Officer

        Feb 2019 - now

      • Senior Policy Advisor Office of Global Affairs in PEPFAR and the Global Health Workforce

        Aug 2014 - Jan 2019

      • Public Health Analyst

        Sept 2003 - Jul 2014

    • George Washington University

      Jan 2009 - Jan 2014
      Student

      Complete my MBA Healthcare degree while working full time.

    • US Public Health Service

      Jan 2010 - Jan 2011
      PAC Chair Board

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Epidemiology & Biostatistics

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Matthew Newland
      Outstanding Service Medal The US Public Health Service Jun 2022 “Demonstrating continuous outstanding leadership that has had a major effect on the health of the nation,” for my work on COVID-19. This is the highest award in the US Public Health Service I have ever received and I am very grateful.
    • Awarded to Matthew Newland
      National Emergency Preparedness Service Award US Public Health Service Jan 2021 Assigned to Assistant Secretary for Preparednesses and Response and have met the criteria through detail by personnel orders for one consecutive year.
    • Awarded to Matthew Newland
      Commendation Medal US Public Health Service Jan 2019 Exhibiting a level of proficiency and dedication distinctly greater than that expected of an officer. For leading PEPFAR Quality Improvement design and implementation to guide USG in-country trams to improve care and treatment services for people with HIV/AIDS globally.
    • Awarded to Matthew Newland
      Special Assignment Service Award US Public Health Service Dec 2012 In recognition of 2 30 consecutive or non consecutive days in Scientist PAC Activity
    • Awarded to Matthew Newland
      Commendation Medal US Public Health Service Mar 2012 For exceptional leadership of the Scientist Professional Advisory Committee and the PAC Chairs Group
    • Awarded to Matthew Newland
      Commendation Medal US Public Health Service Jan 2011 To recognize extraordinary proficiency and dedication in analyzing the Ryan White Part D Youth Services Initiative Program
    • Awarded to Matthew Newland
      Field Medical Readiness Badge US Public Health Service Mar 2010 Demonstrated through training, physical fitness, and other requirements for skills to be an effective responder.
    • Awarded to Matthew Newland
      Outstanding Unit Citation US Public Health Service Apr 2007 Awarded to officers exhibiting superior service, vision, professional leadership, teamwork, and dedication in responding to the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief.
    • Awarded to Matthew Newland
      Outstanding Unit Citation US Public Health Service Jan 2007 For officers exhibiting superior service toward achieving the goals and objectives of the Gulf Hurricane Response Team, Protecting the public health of citizens of Louisiana, Texas, Florida, and Mississippi after Hurricanes Katrina, Rita, and Wilma.
    • Awarded to Matthew Newland
      Achievement Medal US Public Health Service Jan 2006 For excellence in providing critically needed services for the Health Resources and Services Administration HIV/AIDS Bureau Global Program’s mission in the field of Health Management and Information Systems.
    • Awarded to Matthew Newland
      Black Belt US Taekwondo Center, Master Dae Sung Lee, Honolulu, Hawaii Jun 1998 The Black Belt Club represents a commitment of achieving one's goals and a method to developing a strong moral character and leadership mentality. Placing one's self on the path of becoming a black belt allows an experience not only gain a title but also gain a journey that is to be immeasurable by nurturing the qualities and attributes portrayed by the best of us. Achieving the black belt is symbol of power, leadership, integrity, self-confidence, and growth. It is the embodiment of… Show more The Black Belt Club represents a commitment of achieving one's goals and a method to developing a strong moral character and leadership mentality. Placing one's self on the path of becoming a black belt allows an experience not only gain a title but also gain a journey that is to be immeasurable by nurturing the qualities and attributes portrayed by the best of us. Achieving the black belt is symbol of power, leadership, integrity, self-confidence, and growth. It is the embodiment of perseverance and accomplishment. Show less
    • Awarded to Matthew Newland
      Alpha Kappa Delta Sociology Honor Society, University of Hawai‘i at Mano'a Feb 1996
    • Awarded to Matthew Newland
      Eagle Scout Scouts of America Sep 1986 Eagle Scout is the highest achievement or rank attainable in the Scouts program of the Scouts of America. Since its inception in 1911, only four percent of Scouts have earned this rank after a lengthy review process. The Eagle Scout rank has been earned by over 2.5 million youth.Requirements include earning at least 21 merit badges. The Eagle Scout must demonstrate Scout Spirit, an ideal attitude based upon the Scout Oath and Law, service, and leadership. This includes an extensive… Show more Eagle Scout is the highest achievement or rank attainable in the Scouts program of the Scouts of America. Since its inception in 1911, only four percent of Scouts have earned this rank after a lengthy review process. The Eagle Scout rank has been earned by over 2.5 million youth.Requirements include earning at least 21 merit badges. The Eagle Scout must demonstrate Scout Spirit, an ideal attitude based upon the Scout Oath and Law, service, and leadership. This includes an extensive service project that the Scout plans, organizes, leads, and manages. Eagle Scouts are presented with a medal and a badge that visibly recognizes the accomplishments of the Scout. Show less
    • Awarded to Matthew Newland
      Cadet of the Month Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) Feb 1986
    • Awarded to Matthew Newland
      COVID-19 Pandemic Campaign Medal Expeditionary Attachment US Public Health Service Deployed for 30 consecutive days in direct support of the Department in COVID-19 Pandemic Response
    • Awarded to Matthew Newland
      Presidential Unit Citation US Public Health Service The highest level of performance of duty: protecting, promoting, and advancing the health and safety of the nation during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer Buddy

      Issued by Pacificare on Mar 1997
      PacificareAssociated with Matthew Newland

    • Instructor

      Issued by Student Educators Against AIDS on Jan 1997
      Student Educators Against AIDSAssociated with Matthew Newland