Shelby Olson

A third-generation Badger from the Twin Cities, Shelby always aspired to be a part of the UW–Madison community. She began her journey by joining campus organizations including Wisconsin Wellness and Medlife. Fueled with the desire to learn, she majored in biology and psychology with a certificate in criminal justice. She plans to pursue medical school. Passionate about research, she was a Hilldale Research Fellow investigating stress resilience. Outside of campus, Shelby volunteers at Meriter, UW Health, and the National Sexual Assault Hotline. Understanding mental health struggles, she sought to provide camaraderie and support for all students during the difficult transition to life after college.