Lauren - Biological and Medical Physics

Science Ambassador

Program: Biological and Medical Physics

Year: 2 

Pronouns: She/Her

Career goal: Medical physicist

How I get involved: I am involved on campus through volunteering with Waterloo Science Outreach and participating in Let's Talk Science events, as well as volunteering regularly with Waterloo open houses. I love participating in various Science Society events and clubs!

Why I love Biological and Medical Physics

I love my program because it combines all the areas of science I am most passionate about. It applies physics to understand how the human body works and helps advance medical technology to improve healthcare. The direct connection between what I learn in class and its impact on human health is fascinating, and I am constantly inspired.

Why University of Waterloo?

I chose Waterloo because of the incredible opportunities that come with pursuing a degree in STEM, allowing me to get valuable education on a topic I am passionate about. I was drawn to the hands-on learning environment and the strong co-op program, which allows students to gain experience both inside and outside the classroom.