Mia Sasaki

Director of Student Services

B.A. in Psychology (specializing in Neuroscience)

Education

Mia graduated from UCI with a degree in psychology, specializing in neuroscience.

Experience

Mia started as a basketball coach for Simi Valley Unified before moving to Irvine for college. She began working as an intern at a neuroscience research startup and paraprofessional while attending UCI. She eventually worked for a psychological research non-profit in Los Angeles as well as for the Los Angeles Lakers Youth Foundation as a coach.

Fun Facts and Hobbies

  • Spends her weekends playing golf and watching Formula 1 with friends
  • Used to major in art, fashion design, and graphic design before pursuing a STEM path
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