Audrey Immel
UW Honors Graduates
Audrey Immel

Public Health-Global Health
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Improving my Spanish while living in Quito!
I'm proud to graduate in a time when public health is more critical than ever. More than anything, my major has taught me the importance of investing in and working with communities before health crises occur. There is a lot to be sad about in the public health world but I feel hopeful when looking at my classmates who will eventually be running the show. One day, I hope to continue my public health education with a Masters of Epidemiology.
While working towards my public health degree, I was able to take time to explore my other interests. I took classes in literature, creative writing, and am now even enrolled in an online music production class! I studied in Mexico and Ecuador, showing me that language learning is one of the best ways to make connections. I have pushed myself out of my comfort zone with backpacking, climbing and skiing for the first time. But all of these explorations were anchored by a wonderful group of friends, many of which I met in the Honors Program!