Evelyn is a junior double-majoring in Psychology and Educational Policy Studies. She is interested in students’ social-emotional development, peer relationships, and sense of belonging in schools. She also focuses on how poverty and disability influence students’ motivation and academic outcomes, and how these factors contribute to educational inequality.
Beyond academics, Evelyn is involved in volunteer work supporting children and families. Through Wisconsin Sibshops, she helps create a safe and supportive space for children with siblings who have disabilities. She has also given sexual abuse prevention workshops in elementary schools in under-resourced communities and helps financially disadvantaged students apply for scholarships.
After graduation, Evelyn hopes to pursue graduate study and continue research related to educational equity and children’s well-being. In her free time, she enjoys badminton, musicals, photography, and traveling.