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Lauren Brown

  • Program

    Interdisciplinary Studies ( College of Liberal Arts )

  • Hometown

    Ridgeland, MS (South)

  • Involvement

    Certified Peer Educator, Service and Community Engagement

  • Quick Intro

    Academic and health adversity has instilled within me a drive to serve/ give back to others so that they may achieve academic success and optimal physical/mental wellness. I strive to embrace the absorption of knowledge so that I may both apply it and educate others- whether that be through teaching organic chemistry or advocating for holistic wellness. I feel as though sometimes competition or comparison might turn us away from this group betterment, but I think it is of optimal importance to embrace others with compassion, humility, and goodwill. I love new conversations with strangers; there's always room to learn something!
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What wellness topics are you most passionate about?

I am very passionate in various dimensions of wellness (simply interdisciplinary in nature). I feel strongly drawn especially to substance abuse prevention and mental health advocacy. I think college drug culture really coats a silent epidemic that needs more attention, and of course, I'd love to destigmatize help seeking behaviors surrounding emotional/mental health.

What is something you wish students knew about wellness resources on campus?

First of all, I wish students knew that there is truly an abundance of wellness resources on campus; I feel as though many students are simply unaware that they have these resources available to them. I realize it can be somewhat daunting and vulnerable to reach out as well, but these people are here for you, the students, to help you achieve greater wellness, and not judge you.

What would you like to share about your personal wellness journey?

One quick hallmark of my wellness journey- The utter defeat and traumatic crush to faith in myself, consequence of failing Organic Chemistry I, left me initially considering dropping my pursuit of medicine altogether. The following semester, I found myself driven with determination to master the course’s content, embracing my academic failure as an opportunity for growth. My dedication to knowledge cultivated through this academic journey extended beyond academic accomplishment; it fostered a passion to serve others in their academic endeavors. I continue to give back through my work as a tutor and SI leader for Organic Chemistry II.