Yeajee

“Cherokee introduced me to many opportunities to explore through my interests and an environment where I could choose to constantly challenge myself. While managing through the vigorous courses, I met many friends and teachers through clubs, classes, and events at Cherokee. Cherokee also helped me to strive for leadership positions, fostering my communication and organizational skills.”

Activities: Student Council, Class of 2024 Advisory Board, National Honor Society, Latin Honor Society, Asian Culture Club, Philadelphia Young Artists Orchestra, CHARGE Robotics, Korean Dance Mission

Honors/Awards: AP Scholar with Distinction, Presidential Academic Excellence Award, National Latin Examination Summa Cum Laude Award, National Latin Examination Magna Cum Laude Award, WMN Music National Concour Grand Award, Junior Honorary Advisory Member of The Peaceful Unification Advisory Council, Philadelphia Chapter, Principal's Honor Roll, Salvational Army Star Search Piano Silver Medalist

Community Service: I volunteered at Voorhees Pediatric Facility, Maple Dental Clinic, PTedu, and Empowerment Education Korea.

Post-Secondary Education: Rutgers University

Major: Biology, Bachelor of Science/Doctor of Medicine (BS/MD) program 

Career Aspirations: I aspire to become a doctor that opens up healthcare to individuals and families that have conflict with the current system that discriminates against immigrants and low-income households.