Emma Wylie

Hello! I am a graduating Senior in the Undergraduate Rehabilitation Science Program at the University of Pittsburgh and aspiring Physician Assistant. I am proficient in Spanish through completion of a Spanish minor and study-abroad program in Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain. I also have experience in Public and Global Health with completion of a Global Studies Health and Wellness certificate and graduate coursework. My community engagement experience includes outreach in Honduras and working with children with special needs and disabilities through volunteering and research. Currently, I am gaining direct patient-care experience as Medical Assistant at UPMC Gastroenterology Associates.

Education

  • Spring 2019Fall 2017

    Major

    Rehabilitation Science

  • 20192015

    Minor

    Spanish

  • 20192015

    Certificate

    Global Studies, Concentration in Health and Well-being

  • July 2018June 2018

    Study Abroad

    Pitt in Alcalá, Spain

Co-Curricular Engagements

Awards and Achievements

  • Spring 2018
    Semantic Compaction Systems Education Travel Award
    Travel grant for furthering health and rehabilitation science education.
  • 2015-2019
    University Scholarship
    Awarded each semester for maintaining a minimum 3.25 GPA.
  • Spring 2019
    Outside the Classroom Curriculum Honorary Society
    Student organization that recognizes students for engaging in activities and events outside of academic life during their time as a student at the University of Pittsburgh.
  • 2015-2019
    University of Pittsburgh Varsity Marching Band
    Scholarship for participation in practices, football and basketball games, and pep rally events.