Laura Palacio

Laura is a junior in Branford College. She is an anthropology major interested in public health with a focus on woman's health and reproductive health in Latin America. Outside of class, Laura is involved in Club Colombia, where she can stay connected with her Colombian roots. She is also involved in Community Health Educators, where she teaches health education workshops to local New Haven high schoolers. Laura loves cooking, exploring New Haven, libraries, music, and her cat Toffee. Laura is passionate about empowering women with nonjudgmental, accurate, and practical information about their bodies and decrease health inequalities.

Areas of research and geographical interest:

Public Health, Women's Health - Latin America