Biography
Hannah Berendzen is a pursuing a doctoral degree in human development and family sciences at The University of Texas at Austin. She graduated from Arizona State University with a bachelor's degree in family and human development and a minor in sociology. Berendzen is passionate about using research as a tool for child advocacy through public policy. Specifically, she is interested in how schools can support the mental health of students who have experienced trauma. In addition, Berendzen is interested in alleviating disciplinary disparities in schools through evidence-based programs and policies.