Getting to Know You: Lauren Bruno

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#FacultyFriday w/ Lauren Bruno — Dec. 17, 2021

Faculty role: Assistant Professor, Special Education
Location: WSU Pullman

Why did you choose to do what you do?

I am a teacher at heart. I always wanted to be in education from the time I was a kid and played “teacher” with my stuffed animals throughout high-school when I volunteered with local elementary schools and participated in Best Buddies. I always loved working with kids and admired all of my teachers growing up, I wanted to be just like them. The impact a teacher can on a student is huge; from relationships built, to lessons learned, and then opportunities for growth professionally hooked me in the field. For these same reasons, I wanted to go into higher education and realize how important research can be to help inform and support pre-service and in-service educators as well.

What has been your favorite thing about WSU, as well as the College of Education?

The people I work with are energizing and challenge me to be better everyday to be better. I love the collaborative nature of our department and working with people who have similar research interests to mine. Also, WSU ROAR — it is one of the reasons I came to WSU. I really enjoy working with the students, attending the social events, and getting to chat and hang with the students daily.

What responsibility comes with working for a land-grant university? Why is being a land-grant special?

My responsibility is to recognize and acknowledge the history of the land and the Nimíipuu (Nez Perce) Tribe and the Palus people.

If you could improve one thing about WSU, what would it be?

Enhancing the visibility and recognition of WSU ROAR throughout WSU and the Pullman Community.

What makes you an Agent of Change?

I am not afraid to ask questions and am eager to find answers about things I am passionate about or interested in. I want to engage in conversation and seek to identify ways in which I can make meaningful change using a collaborative approach.

December has both a national and international focus on disabilities and accessibility (see below). Why is this so important to you?

Disability awareness challenges society to think critically and create a better understanding about the issues and barriers that people with disabilities face on a regular basis. Through understanding, we can work to create a more aware and accessible society that challenges others to think differently.

#FacultyFriday w/ Lauren Bruno — Dec. 17, 2021

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