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Kit Hungerford and Annelise Heinz sitting in the library looking at books

When Professor Annelise Heinz saw a career trajectory for Kit Hungerford, she mentored her through an independent study that unlocked her unstoppable potential.

Lisa Redekop and Les Kaski standing together smiling at the camrea with the Ballmer Institute for Childern's Behavioral Health sign behind them

A new approach to supporting youth mental health

May 1, 2026

Motivated by their daughter’s experience, Lisa Redekop and Les Koski give to the Ballmer Institute to improve undergraduate training opportunities in children’s behavioral health.