Olivia (Liv) Bylewski
Olivia (Liv) is a fourth-year undergraduate student pursuing a dual degree in Psychology (B.S.) and Studio Art (B.A.). After earning her two bachelor’s degrees, she plans to attend graduate school to obtain a Master’s in Art Therapy. Liv has always been passionate about combining her interests in psychology and art. She aims to open an Art Therapy clinic for school-aged children and adolescents, providing behavioral management services.
Makayla Washburn
Makayla is a sophomore at UB, double majoring in Psychology and Health and Human Services with a concentration in Child and Family studies, as well as pursuing a minor in Sociology. She plans to attend graduate school in the future for school psychology. Makayla enjoys working with kids, and her goal is to create inclusive and supportive learning environments for every child.
Jorimar (Jori) Cosme
Jorimar (Jori), is a junior at UB majoring in psychology with a pre-medicine track. She has always enjoyed working with children and plans to go to medical school after graduation to eventually become a physician with a specialty in pediatrics, psychiatry, or obstetrics and gynecology. She believes it is important for physicians to have a strong understanding in psychology/sociology to be able to better treat and empathize with underlying reasons for patients’ behaviors and symptoms.
Rayna Albin
Rayna is a junior at UB majoring in psychology BA with a minor in sociology. She has always had a great passion for psychology and enjoys working with kids. She plans on obtaining a PhD in clinical psychology. She wants to work in schools while obtaining her degree and hopes in the future to have her own practice. She wants to create an environment for people to feel safe, comforted, and heard.
Jeanelle Stephens
Jeanelle is a junior at UB majoring in Psychology with a minor in Criminology. She plans to attend graduate school for forensic psychology or child psychology. In the future, Jeanelle hopes to challenge the systems that criminalize psychological disorders in children.