
On May 8th, Occupational Therapy graduate student, Yasmeena Ougayour was highlighted in UW News where she shared her journey to and beyond UW-Madison.
“I’m proud to represent a group of low-income, multi-ethnic and first-generation college students,” she says. “When I was a freshman, I did not think I’d ever be getting a doctorate. But you evolve over time. I gained confidence through internships and jobs and all the people on campus who mentored me. What I want to say to others is, ‘Don’t give up on yourself before you have a chance to take advantage of the resources out there that can help you.’”
Read the full story here: https://news.wisc.edu/commencement-spotlight-from-uncertain-future-to-clinical-doctorate-a-three-time-badger-shares-her-story/
We were so proud to watch Yasmeena on May 11th as she presented her final project for her post-professional occupational therapy doctoral program, and on May 12th when she graduated as a badger for her third time.
Congratulations Yasmeena! We are so proud of you and the work that you do!