Abigail Austin
Abigail is a sophomore at Grand Valley State University studying
Psychology and Philosophy. Her life's main passion has been working
with people in a diverse environments and backgrounds. From working
with the smallest child to complex adults, she enjoys engaging in
healthy communication, conflict de-escalation, and challenging
conversations. She has a personal interest in Systems Theory and the
biopsychosocial model and it's affect on the micro and macro levels of
our personal and professional lives. When she's not learning, she
enjoys time with friends and family, backyard volleyball, board games,
and playing with her seventeen nephews and nieces. This will be
Abigail's first year in the Cook Leadership Academy and she is looking
forward to learning from mentors, fellow candidates, and everyone she
meets along the way!