Biography
Cheyenne, a member of the Diné Nation, is Bit’ahnii (Under His Cover People), born for the Naakaii Dine’é (Mexican People). She joined the Center in May of 2025. Cheyenne works as a Research Program Specialist in Chinle, AZ and is involved in a new project aimed at improving breast cancer screening in the Chinle, AZ Navajo Nation community.
Prior to joining the Center, Cheyenne worked across several public health and research roles focused on promoting community wellness and health equity. She supported projects related to mental health, substance use prevention, and environmental health, with a strong emphasis on Indigenous and rural populations. During this time, she served as a Prevention Fellow, a research assistant for the Utah Wellbeing Project, and an intern with the Utah Tobacco Prevention and Control Program. It was through these experiences that she developed a deep commitment to culturally grounded, data-informed public health work that uplifts underserved communities.
Cheyenne has a BS in Biology and a Master of Public Health degree from Utah State University. She is passionate about advancing health equity, with a focus on Indigenous and rural communities. Originally from Tōlįkan (Sweetwater) on the Navajo Nation, she draws inspiration from her upbringing to guide her work in community-based public health. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys fishing, spending quality time with family and friends, and traveling. Cheyenne hopes to contribute to sustainable efforts that create a positive difference across the Navajo Nation.