Meet Kanita

Kanita Olson

Physiology and Medical Sciences - Student Ambassador

Hometown

Sedona, AZ

My Journey with the Physiology and Medical Sciences Program

I love being a PSIO student at the University of Arizona because of the opportunities available through the department. The versatility of the major allows me to explore so many different areas within science and allows me to approach my education through an interdisciplinary lens.

Academic & Career Goals

Complete medical school here at the University of Arizona's College of Medicine - Tucson and work towards becoming a Pediatrician.

On- and Off-Campus Involvement

President - Rotaract Club

Student Success Ambassador - Student Success & Retention Innovation

Physiology Honors Academy

Student Ambassador - W.A. Franke Honors College

Student Worker - CPAE Pediatric Clinic

Undergraduate Researcher - Polt Lab

Ask Me About

Getting involved here at the University of Arizona, Department of Physiology, and and across the Tucson community!