Laura A. Siljander

Laura Siljander, MSW, ERYT-500, is a Lecturer in the Wellness and Physical Activity program. She earned both her B.S. in Exercise Science and her M.S.W. in Clinical Social Work from UNCW, with a focus on the mind–body connection. In addition to teaching and developing numerous labs in the WPA program, she co-founded UNCW’s Yoga Studies minor and co-leads study abroad programs. Her involvement also includes serving on honors student research committees related to yoga and wellness. Prior to her academic career, Laura served ten years in the United States Air Force.