Maya Smith is a third-year journalism and psychology undergraduate at the University of Texas at Austin. 

Maya is interested in mental health advocacy, with a growing focus on child and teenage mental health. Her research focuses on the environments of individuals and their impact on psychological development.

In the future, Maya wishes to combine her research in both the journalism and psychology fields. She aims to engage in meaningful conversations about mental health and child development while continuing to grow as a journalist dedicated to public service.