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Yaa Kornne

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I, Yaa Kornne, am a senior at the University of Pittsburgh intending on majoring in Rehabilitation Science and completing certificates in Community Health Assessment and African Studies. I am an aspiring occupational therapist seeking to interact and positively impact the lives of people while working towards their goals; reengagement and independence in meaningful activities. I will also seek to promote equitable health services to those of all abilities, incomes, races, and ethnicities. Additionally, my passion for athletics sparks my interest in injury prevention and recovery. Throughout my educational journey I plan to engage in various internships and volunteer opportunities that will further immerse me into healthcare and healthcare equity. Thus, equipping me to become an effective and impactful therapist.

Education

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus

Bachelor's degree program
2021 - 2025
  • Majors:
    • Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
    • Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, General

Penfield Senior High School

High School
2017 - 2021

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, General
    • Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Hospital & Health Care

    • Dream career goals:

      Occupational or Physical Therapist

    • Administrative/Office Support (Academic Support Services for Student Athletes)

      University of Pittsburgh
      2022 – Present2 years
    • Childwatch Staff, Tennis Instructor, Gym Supervisor

      YMCA of Greater Rochester
      2019 – 20234 years
    • Sports Videographer

      Penfield Central School District
      2021 – 2021
    • Pitt Kid's Gym Instructor

      University of Pittsburgh
      2022 – 2022

    Sports

    Track & Field

    Varsity
    2017 – 20214 years

    Awards

    • Varsity Letter

    Tennis

    Varsity
    2020 – Present4 years

    Research

    • Public Health

      Pitt Public Health Undergraduate Scholars Program — Intern
      2023 – 2023

    Arts

    • Pitt Varsity Marching Band

      Music
      2023 – Present
    • Pitt Symphonic Band

      Music
      2022 – 2022
    • Penfield Jazz Band

      Music
      Penfield Annual Jazz Fundraiser
      2017 – 2020
    • Penfield Concert Band

      Music
      2017 – 2021

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      Sacred Road Ministries — Student Volunteer
      2022 – 2024
    • Volunteering

      Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged — Student Volunteer
      2019 – 2019
    • Volunteering

      Rochester General Hospital — Student Volunteer in Medical Pathfinder Program
      2018 – 2019
    • Volunteering

      University of Pittsburgh — Student Volunteer
      2021 – 2021

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Volunteering