Melissa Gorman

Melissa is a third-year undergraduate student in the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Western Ontario pursuing an Honours Specialization in Health Sciences with Biology and a Minor in Medical Sciences. As an individual who grew up with a physically active lifestyle, Melissa is interested in how early childhood engagement in exercise affects lifelong behaviours and attitudes toward physical activity. Additionally, she is motivated to help bridge the inequitable gap in healthcare that underserved populations are subjected to due to systemic barriers that impede care. Melissa also volunteers with a youth soccer program, teaching children aged four to six about the sport of soccer, focusing on skills, collaboration and confidence. In her spare time, Melissa enjoys playing volleyball and soccer, fishing, listening to true crime podcasts and spending time with loved ones.