Julia Huerta Degree: BS, Psychology & Human Development and Family Studies, University of Wisconsin, Madison (2008) Area of Emphasis: General Public Health Practicum: TBD About Julia: Julia became interested in Public Health through her research as an undergraduate in the Child Emotions Lab at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she worked with children and families suffering from emotional and social disturbances. She wants to pursue research in community mental health programs and promote awareness focused on prevention and intervention of emotional disturbances in childhood. Her goal is to advocate for change within healthcare to include a general awareness of mental health and to bring a balance between assistance provided for both physical and mental health at the community level.