Duna Heo | Honor Society®

About

I am currently studying Biology at Georgia State University with the goal of becoming a pediatric Physician Assistant.

president's list

Awarded for earning a 4.0 GPA in Spring 2022, Summer 2022, Fall 2022, Spring 2023, and Fall 2023.
dean's list

Recognized for academic achievement with a GPA of 3.5 or higher in Fall 2024.
academic excellence award

Awarded for exceptional academic performance and teamwork in February 2020.

Career goal: My ultimate goal is to become a medial missionary, serving children and underserved communities with both medical care and the love of Christ. I hope to integrate clinical expertise with compassionate service to bring healing to both the body and the soul.
Graduate school interests: After completing my Biology degree, I plan to gain clinical experience by working as a certified Medical Assistant. This will prepare me to apply to a Physician Assistant graduate program with a focus on pediatrics.
Outside the classroom: Creating Youtube vlogs about student life, exploring new cooking recipes, and staying active through regular exercise and strength training.

Chemistry Tutor

GSU STEM Tutoring Center - Atlanta, GA Guided Students in general and organic chemistry, helping them build critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Provided individualized support to over 50 students with customized learning strategies.

Jan 2023 – Apr 2025
Event Assistant

Rialto Center for the Arts - Atlanta, GA Managed guest seating and supported smooth audience flow during live events. Handled event setup and breakdown with attention to detail and commitment to teamwork and guest satisfaction.

Mar 2022 – Dec 2023
private tutor

Hansol Education - Seoul, South Korea Taught Korean, math, and science to children aged 3 - 11. Built strong rapport with students and families and maintained academic progress during the pandemic through flexible online instruction.

Mar 2020 – Nov 2021
clinical assistant

Seoul Dong In Hospital - Seoul, South Korea Assisted in internal medicine, orthopedics, and OB/GYN departments. Took vital signs, supported ultrasound procedures, and guided patients through diagnostic services, strengthening clinical care skills.

Feb 2020 – Mar 2020
office assistant

JINNYS Inc. - Cheonan, South Korea Organized technical documents for government-funded research and supported international communication with buyers. Ensured accuracy and professionalism in research and business correspondence.

Dec 2016 – Dec 2017

Volunteer Mentor - GSU Representative Supported student-led events, mentored pre-med peers, and collaborated with Emory medical students to promote leadership in healthcare.

Young Physicians Initiative (YPI) – Atlanta, GA

Jan 2025 – Dec 2025

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