MENTOR NETWORK
Kirsten Laursen '19
Austin, TX
Oxy Major/Minor:
Cognitive Science/Public Health
Current Company:
Grad Student at UT Austin
Current Position:
Graduate Student in Speech Pathology
Campus Involvement/Special Programs:
Theta, Public Health Club
Secondary Schooling:
Completed a post-baccalaureate program, currently in Masters program
Favorite MP/Cooler Food:
Cooler Mac N Cheese Bites
Best Oxy Class:
Mind, Brain and Behavior
Groups I Identify With:
Any!
Bio:
I’m originally from Miami, Florida where I grew up with a younger brother and 2 pugs. In my free time I love cooking and doing yoga! I am currently a student at UT Austin getting my Masters in Speech Pathology. I work in UT’s Aphasia lab where I help with neuroimaging and therapy protocol. I hope to have a career as an SLP in a hospital, hopefully back in LA!
Career Advice:
Follow your interests above all else. And it’s never too late to switch majors or career paths! Try as many avenues as needed until you find what feels right.