Occupational Therapy master’s student strives toward educational system based on strengths
Occupational Therapy master's student Ryan Burns uses alternate approaches to teaching in order to bring out the best in each individual.
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Two CSU faculty among eight Colorado researchers named Boettcher Investigators
Two Colorado State University faculty members, including Jaclyn Stephens, have been named to the 2022 class of Boettcher Investigators, recipients of grant funding through the Boettcher Foundation’s Webb-Waring Biomedical Research Awards Program.
CSU researcher looking forward to international collaboration after receiving Fulbright Scholar Award
Occupational Therapy Professor Patti Davies received a Fulbright Scholar Award and will travel to Aalborg University in Denmark this September to collaborate with faculty while researching brain development and the relationship between brain function and behavior.
Occupational Therapy alumna, healthcare leader honored for service to department
Marilyn Schock (’85, ’01) was named a Friend of the College of Health and Human Sciences for her success as a leader in healthcare in Northern Colorado, and guidance to the CSU Department of Occupational Therapy.
Outstanding Grad: Katy Owens, College of Health and Human Sciences
"You are enough. Right here, and right now, with all your imperfections, your anxiety, your kindness and your strength. You have always been enough."
Outstanding occupational therapy grad overcame every obstacle in her path to walk across the stage at graduation
This spring, Casey will be graduating with her master’s degree from the Department of Occupational Therapy, an achievement that demonstrates her stalwart dedication to her goals. Learn more about how she leaned on her family, her faith, and her experiences in OT for support in the Q-and-A below!
CSU Occupational Therapy alumni give back through scholarships, mentorship
This summer alumna Emily Fawaz will oversee OT students at the Early Childhood Center, supported by the same alumni-created fieldwork scholarship she received.
Young Alumni Q & A: Hayley O’Shields
Hayley (Knicely) O’Shields, a graduate from the Department of Occupational Therapy at CSU, is the preferred communities case manager at the African Community Center in Denver, working to create a position specifically for occupational therapists within the organization. Read on about her position, and her advice for younger students.
Occupational Therapy master’s program transitions to a doctorate degree
Starting in May 2022, the professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate program will replace the master’s program for all incoming students. The Department will continue to offer a Ph.D. in Occupation and Rehabilitation Science for students who want to pursue a career in research and teaching.