Laurice was a respected oral deaf professional with a distinguished career spanning various fields. She earned her Doctorate in Kinesiology and Human Factors Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where her research on biomechanics was well-regarded. Her academic journey also included a Master’s in Biomechanics from Purdue University and a Bachelor’s in Math Education and Kinesiology from the University of Arizona.
Professionally, Laurice made significant contributions as an engineer and scientist at Boeing, focusing on flight test and instrumentation. She also worked as a post-doctoral fellow at the Barrow Neurological Institute, where she developed projects to assess motor learning and behavior in patients with neural disorders.
Laurice's dedication extended beyond her professional achievements. She was deeply committed to marine conservation, serving as a group administrator for several advocacy groups, including "Complete Protection for All Marine Life in the Philippine Waters," "Advocates Against Dolphin Captivity in Arizona," and "Complete Protection for Cetaceans in the Arctic." Her advocacy efforts also included work with the World Cetacean Alliance and contributions as a news writer for tursiops.org.
Her passion for marine life and dedication to protecting cetaceans and other sea creatures were central to her life’s work. Laurice's legacy is marked by her unwavering commitment to marine conservation and her impactful contributions to both her professional and volunteer pursuits.
She will be remembered for her compassion, her tireless advocacy, and her significant contributions to the fields she cared deeply about. Laurice's work continues to inspire those who knew her and will leave a lasting impact on the causes she championed.
