Olivia Hernandez

Biography

Major(s): Political Science and Communication Arts with a Certificate in Public Policy 

Intended Graduation Date: May 2027 

Hometown/Where are you from? Minnetonka, MN 

Favorite Class(es): Legal Studies 422: Women and the Law with Dr. Frank

What do you really like about Communications and Marketing? Making a brand accessible to its audience. Helping consumers understand and connect with what an organization offers is always a fun challenge.

 Impactful UW experience(s): Joining Slow Food UW! Slow Food has connected me with such a unique corner of Madison. I’ve learned more about local food systems, nonprofit leadership, and what it means to eat sustainably all while getting to know an amazing group of humans.

 Goal(s) for after graduation? Working in public relations full-time in Boston!

Favorite things to do outside of work and studying/interests? Cooking and playing board games with friends.

Favorite Book, Movie, or Podcast? 

Movie: Midsommar 

Books: The Hunger Games trilogy