Serwaa Forson
Brooklyn,NY
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Counselor
New Country Day Camp
Staten Island, New York
06.2026 - 08.2026
- Monitored campers' well-being during waterfront and field sessions to foster a healthy and enjoyable camp experience.
- Facilitated recreational games, crafts, and outdoor programs to enhance camper engagement and enjoyment.
- Implemented camp safety rules and behavior expectations to ensure a safe and positive environment.
- Supported counselors during transitions between activity areas.
Summer Youth Employment Program
The Brooklyn Neighborhood Improvement Association
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Created projects and completed assignments on mental health
- Led group projects directed by supervisors
- Filed paperwork
- Customer service and answering landline phone calls
Dog Walking
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Walked dog 3 times a day in a timely manner
- Fed dog and 2 cats on a strict schedule
- Always on time for the job
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Health, And Society
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI06-2029
High School Diploma -
Brooklyn Technical High School
Brooklyn, NY06-2025
Skills
- First aid training
- Health education
- Youth development
- Team coordination
- Google Workspace proficiency
- Problem-solving
- Public speaking
AWARDS
- Honors: member of the National Honors Society(2022-2023); member of National Society of Black Engineers(2023- 2024), Advanced Placement (AP) courses: AP World History, AP Computer Science Principles, AP US History, AP English Language, AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Psychology, and AP US Government and Politics, Clubs: Reform Club, Black Student Union, Bioethics, Key Club, and Outreach, National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) Certified (2026), CPR Certified (2026)
- National honors society (2022-2023), AP Scholar Award (2024), Captain, Girls Varsity Basketball (2023-present), Most Improved Player (Sophomore year) in Varsity Basketball (2023), Class President of Middle School - MS 51 (2019-2021), Brooklyn 45 Scholar (2021), Most Valuable Player (Junior Year) Varsity Basketball (2023-2024 & 2024-2025), Team Captain Travel basketball (2024), Sports Equity and Integrity Award (2024), Female U.S. Scholar Athlete Award (2025)
VOLUNTEERING
- New York City Walk with Us to Cure Lupus-Lupus Foundation of America, 2022, Handed out food and concessions to those participating in the walk, Stationed at a checkpoint in Manhattan to guide walkers and provide support, Cheered walkers on as they reached checkpoint, Assisted with cleanup after the event
- The Walk to End Lupus Now-Lupus Foundation of America, 2022, Stationed at checkpoint, Guided walkers during walk, Four hour walk and cleanup, Learned about different companies and their contribution to Lupus research
- Light the Night Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 2023, Assisted with setup of event, Created lanterns for participants to release during event (dedication to loved ones with the cancer)
- Hakeem Jeffries Community Inauguration, 2023, Guided attendees for seating during event, Offered concessions to the community
- Breast Cancer Awareness, Worked elevators for disabled or elderly, Assisted with setup of event, Assisted with cleanup after the event
- College Board SAT Tutoring, Tutoring students for SAT math, Teacher on Schoolhouse, Teach 75 minute classes twice a week to peers
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
- Varsity Girls Basketball (2019-present)
- Team Captain (2023 and 2024)
- Member of middle school team (2019-2021)
- Organized senior night activities
- Planned team bonding activities
- Motivated team during practices and games
- Led team in scoring and assists
- Outdoor Track and Field (2022)
- Awarded 2 medals with relay team
- Frequently participated in
- Led the girls sprinting team in the 100 meter and 200 meter
- National Society of Black Engineers
- Member
- Class President of Middle School
- Nominated by classmates to lead student body
- Organized weekly meetings for student body
- Presented information on Asian American Pacific Islander culture awareness
- Presented a graduation speech to send off graduating class
- Championed to get free time for students following the school day during the COVID-19 pandemic
- Girls Junior Varsity Soccer Team (2023)
- Manager
- United States Chess Federation (2012-2015)
- AYSO Girls Soccer
- Player
- Participant and member
- Played for 10 years (2015-present)
- Senior captain (2024)
- Travel Basketball (Amateur Athletic Union)
- Captain (2024)
- Member of New York Grit team (2022-2024)
- Attended practices and workouts year round
- Traveled out of state with team for tournaments
Certification
- CPR Certification - 2026
- National Registry Emergency Medical Technician Certification - 2026
Timeline
Camp Counselor
New Country Day Camp
06.2026 - 08.2026
Summer Youth Employment Program
The Brooklyn Neighborhood Improvement Association
01.2023 - 01.2024
Dog Walking
01.2023 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Health, And Society
University of Michigan
High School Diploma -
Brooklyn Technical High School