Kenzie Wright is a passionate and dedicated student currently pursuing a Master of Science in Social Work at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Criminology, Law and Society from George Mason University, where she developed a strong interest in the intersections of trauma, systemic inequality, and the criminal justice system. Originally from Lee County, Virginia, Kenzie grew up on a farm and is proud of her rural-Appalachian roots, which have shaped her strong work ethic and deep sense of empathy for underserved communities.
Kenzie is passionate about creating equitable systems of support and hopes to one day influence policy at the macro level to better protect and empower marginalized communities. She is especially interested in using social work as a tool for systemic change through advocacy, public policy, and community-driven initiatives.
A fun fact about Kenzie is that she has ten dogs back home in Virginia, and a cat named Winnie that lives in Knoxville with her! On top of Kenzie’s love for animals, she also loves to travel and has a goal to travel to 30 countries before she turns 30 (she is currently at 11 countries)!
If you have any questions or want to connect, please do not hesitate to email her at [email protected]! Go Vols!