Tiana Ford

Tiana, a senior at the University of Missouri—Kansas City, will graduate in May 2024 with a bachelor’s degree in biology and chemistry. Her journey into medicine began with a maternal-fetal health research project, delving into the disparities faced by Black women and their newborns within the healthcare system. This experience ignited her passion for advocating for equitable healthcare access and inspired her to pursue a career in medicine. At UMKC, Tiana is the president of the Lambda Epsilon Chapter of the Delta Sigma Theta sorority, vice president of the National Pan-Hellenic Council, and vice president of the African American Student Union. Outside of her academic pursuits and leadership roles, Tiana is deeply committed to service work aimed at promoting equity and diversity. She has served as a diversity ambassador for the Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at UMKC, and also volunteers with initiatives such as the Black Women Get Fit Initiative and the Hope Center, providing health and wellness services to underserved communities and mentoring youth in marginalized areas. In her free time, she enjoys baking, painting, and traveling with friends and family.