Sarah Flores

Minors

Human Development & Family Science

Career Goal

My career goal is to become a licensed Speech Language Pathologist. I am passionate about working in a pediatric private practice to help children develop and improve their communication skills. I am also interested in the medical side of the field, speci

Something Cool/Unique About Me

Something people might find interesting about me is the balance I have between fun and my community work. In my free time, I love reading books, painting and coloring it gives me a sense of peace. But every summer, I also dedicate a full week to volunteering as a youth teacher for my parish. I design a lesson for the kids that’s high-energy, but getting to mentor kids and supporting the families is rewarding for me.

Advice For Students

My biggest piece of advice is to maintain a healthy balance between your academics and your personal life. I learned this the hard way, because college can get busy, but it’s so important to make time for the things and people that ground you. Don’t stop hanging out with friends or family, or diving into hobbies that interest you because of your schedule. Keeping those connections and creative outlets is what prevents you to burn out and keeping you motivated.

List of Clubs and Organizations

• Purdue NSSLHA and SLHS Mentor Program.