The Power of Interdisciplinary Action in Advocacy | Kate Olsen | TEDxBountiful
Passionate about the intersection of art and science, Kate believes that embracing diverse fields empowers individuals to become forces for positive change. She has applied this philosophy to critical issues like the ecological challenges facing the Great Salt Lake. By creating visual narratives, she simplifies complex environmental concepts, making them accessible and compelling to a broader audience. Through her work, Kate has helped people not only learn about pressing environmental issues but also care deeply about them. Kate Olsen is a student at Brigham Young University (BYU), uniquely combining studies in Illustration and Environmental Science. She currently works as an illustrator for both the Life Science College at BYU and Grow the Flow, where she merges her artistic talents with environmental advocacy. Aspiring to attend law school, Kate aims to leverage her multidisciplinary background to address environmental challenges and drive positive change through policy and public engagement.Passionate about the intersection of art and science, Kate believes that embracing diverse fields empowers individuals to become forces for positive change. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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