Alumni

Sarah Young

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Sarah graduated from Western University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology. Throughout her time as an undergraduate student, Sarah enjoyed courses related to the social impact of sport and volunteered much of her time with organizations such as motionball, Best Buddies, and Special Olympics. It was a combination of her love of learning and volunteer work alongside individuals with intellectual disabilities that inspired Sarah to return to Western and complete her master’s degree in Sociocultural Kinesiology. Sarah’s research focused on the parental experiences of those who have children participating in Special Olympics programs. As of May 2021, Sarah has been employed at Motionball for Special Olympics where she currently works as an Event Specialist. 

 

Ashley Vito

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Ashley graduated from Western University in 2022 with an Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences degree specializing in health promotion. Her undergraduate experience and practicum in health promotion lead her to pursue similar fields at a master's level. Ashley gained a keen interest in the social determinants of health throughout her undergraduate career and hopes to continue pursuing this passion. Her master's research centred around the Ontario nutrition curriculum and its impact on children in grades 4-8. As of April 2024, Ashley works as a Data Analyst with Southwestern Public Health. 

 

Kristina Fernando

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Kristina (she/her) graduated from Western University in 2022 with an Honours Bachelor's degree in Health Science specializing in the field of Health Sciences and minoring in Biology. She completed her master’s degree in the field of Health Promotion within the Health and Rehabilitation program. As an advocate for women’s health, Kristina has always been vocal about the differential issues affecting her community and is passionate about making a difference. Kristina is the Advocacy Coordinator for Bleed the North, a non-profit governmental organization that aims to collect and donate period products to menstruators across Canada. 

 

Mais Awadallah

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Mais graduated from Western University in 2022 with a Bachelor of Health Sciences degree. Her interests and experience in health promotion led her to continue her studies in the field at Western. She completed her master’s degree in the Health and Rehabilitation Sciences program in the health promotion stream. Mais' research explored the intersectionality of individual, cultural, social and environmental factors that influence Muslim women's experiences with physical activity. Through her work, Mais hopes to promote inclusive and accessible healthcare environments that encourage healthy lifestyle behaviours.