Robyn Patterson

Robyn Patterson is from Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, and attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She graduated in December 2025 with a Bachelor of Science in genetics and genomics, along with certificates in promoting activity for diverse abilities and disability rights and services. As an undergraduate student, she conducted research in a microbiology lab studying mosquitoes and was actively involved in student organizations, including the National Marrow Donor Program of UW-Madison and the Pre-Genetic Counseling Organization, where she served as the Alumni Relations Chair. She also volunteered with United Cerebral Palsy as a respite provider and inclusion facilitator, and with UW-Madison’s Adapted Fitness Program, supporting individuals with physical disabilities in an inclusive exercise setting.

Following graduation, she worked as a Behavior Treatment Technician, providing individualized play-based therapy to young children on the autism spectrum.

In her free time, she enjoys going camping, reading, and spending time with friends, family, and her pets.