VMCVM Student Spotlight: Lauren Tucker
Lauren Tucker
Degree: Accelerated MPH
Hometown: Ellicott City, Maryland
My undergraduate was in…
B.S. in Public Health at Virginia Tech
Best part of being a VMCVM student…
The best part of being a VMCVM student is being part of a diverse community of professionals from various fields, where we can learn from one another.
The moment I knew I wanted to be a veterinarian/public health professional was…
I knew I wanted to pursue public health when I realized my passion for promoting the health and well-being of communities and those around me.
My hidden talent...
My hidden talent is that I taught competitive dance throughout undergrad and up until this semester!
A person who has inspired me...
My mom. She has shown me what true hard work looks like and has supported me through every step of my journey.
Biggest misconception about being a veterinarian/public health student…
Some people may believe this work to be easy but in reality it requires long hours, constant learning, and balancing of responsibilities. It is definitely challenging, but worth it!
If I had a superpower, it would be...
... to heal anyone or anything!
My no-fail, go-for-it motivational song...
"Eye of the Tiger"
The course project/study you're most excited about…
I am excited to present on my infection control plan for War Memorial in my infection control and prevention course.
What excites me the most about the future of my industry...
What excites me most about the future of public health is the opportunity to support communities by being a trusted resource and helping people make informed health decisions. I’m passionate about engaging in outreach, providing guidance, and offering the tools and information people need to protect and improve their health.
Favorite way to end the day...
Watching a movie!
Top of my bucket list...
Traveling to Europe
How many pets/animals live at home? Can you tell us about them?
Cooper is my first dog and has been part of my family for my whole life. He’s 15 now, but he still acts like a playful puppy and is incredibly special to all of us.
Anything else to add?
This spring, I will begin a project for my Integrated Learning Experience (ILE), which involves interviewing members of the public about where they get their health information, vaccinations, and other important topics. We will share videos on social media to engage the community and gather opinions, while also creating educational materials for future use.
