Funmi Olukanmi
About Funmi Olukanmi
Funmi Olukanmi is a Course Instructor at Cornell App Development and serves as President of the Cornell UX Design Club. She has a background in UX design and product management, and is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Information Science at Cornell University.
Work at Cornell App Development (AppDev)
Funmi Olukanmi currently holds multiple roles at Cornell App Development (AppDev) in Ithaca, New York. As a Course Instructor since 2024, she is responsible for teaching and guiding students in app development. Additionally, she has been serving as a Product Designer since 2023, focusing on creating user-centered designs. Her previous experience at AppDev includes working as a Teaching Assistant for the Intro to Digital Product Design course from 2023 to 2024, where she supported students in understanding fundamental design principles.
Leadership Role at Cornell UX Design Club (CUxD)
Funmi Olukanmi has been actively involved in the Cornell UX Design Club (CUxD), serving as President since 2023. In this leadership role, she oversees club activities and initiatives aimed at promoting user experience design. Prior to her presidency, she held the position of Vice President for four months in 2023. Her involvement in CUxD reflects her commitment to fostering a community focused on UX design principles and practices.
Educational Background and Studies
Funmi Olukanmi studied at Cornell University, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Information Science from 2022 to 2026. Alongside her major, she is also pursuing minors in Business and Computer Science. Prior to her university education, she graduated from Quartz Hill High School, earning her High School Diploma from 2018 to 2022. Her academic background supports her interests in technology and design.
Professional Experience and Internships
Funmi Olukanmi has gained diverse professional experience through various internships and roles. She completed a Non-Profit Consulting Externship at PwC in 2023, where she worked remotely for two months. Additionally, she interned at the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) in 2021 for two months. Her experience also includes serving as a Teaching Assistant for INFO 1300, an introductory course in design and programming for the web, in 2023.
Scholarships and Professional Organizations
Funmi Olukanmi received the Generation Google Scholarship, which supports students pursuing degrees in computer science. She is also an active member of Rewriting the Code and ColorStack, both organizations focused on empowering women and underrepresented groups in technology. Her involvement in these organizations highlights her commitment to making a positive impact in the tech community.