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Beyond the Home: Collaboration between Pitt Programs Brings Forth a Dementia and Sensory-Friendly Garden Event

Students from Pitt Occupational Therapy, Dietetics and Nutrition, and Pharmacy with Healthy Home Lab Director Pamela Toto outside the Healthy Home Lab in Oakland.

In late April, Pitt’s Healthy Home Lab (HHL) held a highly successful garden event that showcased the collaborative efforts of an interprofessional team dedicated to educating the community about gardening and dexterity.

Jennifer White Named Master of Science in Occupational Therapy Program Director

Master of Science in Occupational Therapy Program Director Jennifer White

Jennifer White has been named director of the Pitt Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program, forging her role in shaping the next generation of occupational therapists.

First-Year Doctor of Occupational Therapy Students Share Their Experience

OTD students Morgan Blanchflower, Jackie Chhay, Molly Kenny and Sydney Haridahesti

As the past academic year came to an end, we asked first-year Doctor of Occupational Therapy students about their experiences. Learn more about what they had to say about the program!

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OTD Alumna is Reimagining Employ-ability

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Rebekah Funk is changing clients’ lives at Life’sWork of Western PA by training them in essential job skills to earn a career and independence.

Reigniting the Spark for Occupational Therapy in the Doctor of Clinical Science Program

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Hear from Bethany Beckwith on how her decision to join the Doctor of Clinical Science in Occupational Therapy program reignited her passion for helping people.

OTD Alumna is Making an Impact on Individuals with Disabilities

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Learn how a degree in occupational therapy at Pitt could lead you to a career where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with disabilities.

Master of Science in Occupational Therapy Alumni Spotlight: Meet Zahraa Khanafer

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Zahraa Khanafer (MSOT ’23) grew up in Kuwait and practiced occupational therapy there after receiving her bachelor’s degree. Here, she shares why she chose to study abroad at Pitt OT and how transformative the program has been on her career!

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