
Hobbies and interests
Tennis
Flute
Church
Music
Sports
Occupational Therapy
Health Sciences
Bible Study
Youth Group
Cooking
Travel And Tourism
Community Service And Volunteering
Ukulele
Reading
Christianity
I read books multiple times per week
Yaa Kornne
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Finalist
Yaa Kornne
1x
FinalistBio
I’m Yaa Kornne, currently pursuing my Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) at Duke University. I hold a B.S. in Rehabilitation Science from the University of Pittsburgh, along with certificates in Community Health Assessment and African Studies. My academic and professional journey is driven by a deep commitment to advancing equitable healthcare and empowering individuals across all stages of life. As an aspiring occupational therapist, I’m passionate about creating inclusive environments and promoting access to quality care for people of all abilities, backgrounds, and income levels.
Education
Duke University
Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)Majors:
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Bachelor's degree programMajors:
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
- Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, General
Penfield Senior High School
High SchoolMiscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Graduate schools of interest:
Transfer schools of interest:
Majors of interest:
- Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, General
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
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 Pittsburgh2022 – Present4 yearsChildwatch Staff, Tennis Instructor, Gym Supervisor
YMCA of Greater Rochester2019 – 20234 yearsSports Videographer
Penfield Central School District2021 – 2021Pitt Kid's Gym Instructor
University of Pittsburgh2022 – 2022
Sports
Track & Field
Varsity2017 – 20214 years
Awards
- Varsity Letter
Tennis
Varsity2020 – Present6 years
Research
Public Health
Pitt Public Health Undergraduate Scholars Program — Intern2023 – 2023
Arts
Pitt Varsity Marching Band
Music2023 – PresentPitt Symphonic Band
Music2022 – 2022Penfield Jazz Band
MusicPenfield Annual Jazz Fundraiser2017 – 2020Penfield Concert Band
Music2017 – 2021
Public services
Volunteering
Sacred Road Ministries — Student Volunteer2022 – 2024Volunteering
Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged — Student Volunteer2019 – 2019Volunteering
Rochester General Hospital — Student Volunteer in Medical Pathfinder Program2018 – 2019Volunteering
University of Pittsburgh — Student Volunteer2021 – 2021