Dr. Stephanie Osbakken

Associate Professor

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Biography

Stephanie Osbakken is an Associate Professor in the Department of Liberal Arts at the University of Texas at Austin. Her scholarly interests are diverse, focusing particularly on understanding the mechanisms through which social inequities perpetuate health disparities. She has conducted extensive research into how status barriers hinder interdisciplinary collaborations in the health sciences. In addition to her research, teaching is a vocation for her, and she aims to foster a love of learning in her students. Her courses include 'Introduction to Health & Society', 'Cancerland', and 'Seminar on Health & Society'. Osbakken's commitment to her students goes beyond academics; she encourages them to take risks and make meaningful choices to cultivate fulfilling lives. She is recognized for her efforts to enhance student experiences in the classroom, aiming to create a sense of connection and belonging among students which in turn improves learning outcomes.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

Co-Director of Academic Affairs in the Department of Liberal Arts, focusing on interdisciplinary collaboration and teaching.

Courses

Introduction to Health & Society Cancerland Seminar on Health & Society

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.