Psychology and Stuff

Ep. 186: Finding Your Future Through Research and Service (w/ Grace Holschuh)

Psychology and Stuff

Show Notes

In this episode of Psychology and Stuff, host Alison Jane Martingano sits down with UW-Green Bay 2026 commencement speaker, Grace Holschuh, to talk about finding your path through college and beyond. Grace reflects on her journey from discovering psychology to pursuing medical school, and how research, service, and leadership helped her figure out what she wanted for her future.

Martingano and Holschuh discuss why it’s okay not to have your career figured out, how trying new opportunities can open unexpected doors, and why meaningful service can benefit both the people you help and yourself.

From psychology research labs to study abroad in Thailand, Grace shares the experiences that have shaped her education, her goals, and her commitment to serving others.

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