Rachel La Kier
Student Success and Advising Center, Human Development and Family Science
FACS Ambassador and HDFS major was drawn to the college's "incredibly welcoming" environment
- Hometown
Dunwoody
- Major
Human Development and Family Science; Minor in Human Services; Disability Studies Certificate
- Activities/Honors
- FACS Ambassador
- Omega Tau member
- UGA Student Pantry volunteer
- Dean’s List (fall 2020; fall 2021; summer 2024)
- President’s List (spring 2021; spring 2022)
- Phi Upsilon Omicron (FACS Honors Society)
- Graduating Summa Cum Laude
- Why I chose my major
I entered college during the COVID-19 pandemic, uncertain about my career path. I chose to major in Human Development and Family Science because it offered the flexibility to explore various healthcare careers while also allowing me to take courses that sparked my interest.
- What I like most about FACS
What I appreciate most about FACS is the incredibly welcoming environment. The professors are always approachable, ready to listen, and eager to offer help, something you don’t often find at a large university. The students here are the same way; they’re open to conversation, sharing their experiences, and supporting one another. FACS truly feels like a home away from home, and I feel so fortunate to be part of such a wonderful community.
- Post-graduation plans
I am pursuing a doctorate in occupational therapy.
