Brenda Laurel is born in the United States.

While specific details of her early childhood are limited, it's likely that family, education, and the cultural context of the 1950s and 60s played a significant role in shaping her intellectual curiosity and interest in the arts and technology.

Brenda Laurel completes her Bachelor's and Master's degrees. Specific institution and degree details are limited, but this period is crucial for her academic development and laying the groundwork for her future work.

Brenda Laurel earns a PhD in Theatre Theory and Criticism from The Ohio State University. This academic background profoundly influences her later work, emphasizing narrative, dramatic structure, and the user experience as a theatrical performance.