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Yaa Kornne

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Bio

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

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

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

      University of Pittsburgh
      2022 – Present4 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 – Present6 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