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Yaa Kornne

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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.)
2025 - 2028
  • Majors:
    • Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
    • Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, General

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:

  • 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

    • Graduate Assistant

      Duke University Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program
      2025 – Present1 year

    • Summer Intern

      Earthen Vessels Outreach
      2024 – 2024

    • Sports Videographer

      Penfield Central School District
      2021 – 2021

    • Summer Intern - Youth Ministry, Mercy Ministry (Food & Hospitality), and Children's Ministry

      Sacred Road Ministries
      2025 – 2025

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

      University of Pittsburgh
      2022 – 20253 years

    • Childwatch Staff, Tennis Instructor, Gym Supervisor

      YMCA of Greater Rochester
      2019 – 20234 years

    • Pitt Kid's Gym Instructor

      University of Pittsburgh
      2022 – 2022

    Sports

    Tennis

    Varsity
    2020 – 20211 year

    Track & Field

    Varsity
    2017 – 20214 years

    Awards

    • Varsity Letter

    Research

    • Public Health

      Pitt Public Health Undergraduate Scholars Program — Intern
      2023 – 2023

    Arts

    • Pitt Varsity Marching Band

      Music
      2023 – 2025

    • 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

      Duke University Basketball Graduate Usher — Ticket Scanning; General Crowd Control
      2025 – Present

    • Volunteering

      University of Pittsburgh — Student Volunteer
      2021 – 2021

    • Volunteering

      University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Mercy Hospital — Student Volunteer in Occupational Therapy Department
      2024 – 2024

    • Volunteering

      Sacred Road Ministries — Student Volunteer
      2022 – 2025

    • Volunteering

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

    • Volunteering

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

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Volunteering