About Margarett McBride

I was born and raised in Saginaw, Michigan.

I am a graduate of the University of Michigan.

Major: Biopsychology, Cognition, and Neuroscience

Minor: Community Action and Social Change 

I was the President of the National Council of Negro Women at the University of Michigan (2017-18)

I am a PhD student in Developmental Psychology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to study factors that lead to and diminish resilience for low income, minority youth. 

I have facilitated workshops for youth in community centers, youth in after school programs, and adults that recently were released from prisons. 

I am the oldest sibling with 3 younger siblings. 

I grew up in poverty and I still do not have financial stability. 

I have struggled with my weight for years. 

I love art (creating and appreciating). 

I am still learning. I will always be learning.