Name:  Dr. Karen E. Kea

Occupation:  Physician

Employer: Retired

Name of High School: John R. Buchtel High School, Akron, OH

Name of College: Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

Name of College: Case Western Reserve University, School of Medicine, Cleveland, OH

Anything else you would like to share or highlight:  Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, AO chapter. The Girl Friends, Inc.,  Cleveland Chapter, and The Links, Cleveland Chapter.

What were some of your most enjoyable times in school: Marching Band as a flute player and as a Majorette/Head Majorette.

Looking back over the years, what advice would you give to your high school self or college self: Make the most of your experiences and opportunities.

Why are you supporting Project GRAD Akron’s scholarship fund: My college years were some of the best in my life. I would like for others to have that experience.

Favorite quote: “Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.” Maya Angelou