Lauren M. Thompson
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I am an undergraduate student at the University of Southern California dual majoring in Psychology and Public Relations/Advertising. USC Annenberg is often placing #1 for Communication & Media Studies in rankings like QS World University Rankings, and top-five for U.S. journalism programs by outlets like NewsPro. Programs like its Public Relations offering have received awards, such as the PRWeek Outstanding Education Program award.
I bring strong, transferable public relations skills suited for PR agencies and journalism roles. I have experience interviewing sources, writing clear and engaging journalism-style articles, designing visual assets & graphics, and presenting ideas to both small teams and large audiences.
I am comfortable with public speaking, digital media, client communication, event planning, and I have worked in fast-paced, collaborative environments where storytelling, strategy, and audience awareness are important. My diverse background in PR has strengthened my ability to pitch ideas, craft unique stories, and communicate professionally across platforms. I have taken courses on journalism, the audience, social media, public relations writing, fashion, marketing trends, business pr, and even celebrity pr courses- to scientific and medical journalism/pr courses at USC.
I have experience working in collaborative research and communications environments, including participation in PRSC- a student-run PR firm, creating media kits, and developing science-backed promotional materials. I enjoy translating complex topics in psychology, neuroscience, statistics, and public health into messaging that feels personal, understandable, and grounded in evidence. I have performed well in statistics classes and worked on data analysis, including biomedical and health data. I am especially interested in supporting research through participant recruitment, study promotion, research assistance, and communication strategies for labs and public health programs and funding. I currently intern at Enigma Worldwide Medicine (Lab) helping with the public relations efforts, events, and outreach.
I have a strong interest in public health, research, and science-based communication. My goal is to combine psychology, neuroscience, and public health research with clear, accessible, and ethical communication that helps research reach the right audiences. I plan to apply for a Master of Public Health (MPH) and am deeply passionate about advancing clinical psychology and neuroscience research, funding, and public understanding. I am eager to contribute to research teams that value scientific rigorous communication.
Please email me: laurent7@usc.edu