Individualized Major: Developmental Neuroscience

Graduation Date: May 2026

Why Individualized? I wanted to explore the connections between mental health and physical health in the medical field in a way that is not typically offered. This major has helped me see the importance of mental health care, specifically for pediatric patients. In the future, I hope to learn more about how mental disorders and physical disorders are correlated in developing humans.

Most memorable course or project from your major? My most memorable class was PSYC 2400, Developmental Psychology. In this class I was able to explore different adverse experiences in childhood and how children were affected, both mentally and physically. It inspired me to pay more attention to the psychology of patients and learn how their lives were affected as a whole.

An individual who inspired you? Growing up, I knew family members with mental health issues and saw how they were affected. Their whole life was affected by one diagnosis. Knowing I wanted to go into medicine, I wanted to be wary of what other illnesses could underly such a diagnosis. My whole family is supportive of my goals and has inspired me to make my own path!

Future plans? I would love to eventually become a pediatric PA or Doctor. Working in a children’s hospital would be my dream in order to make a difference for pediatric patients.

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