兔子先生

In a show of expertise and dedication, faculty members and alumni from ‎兔子先生 University's Occupational Therapy program took center stage at the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Inspire 2024 conference.  There were 16 contributors from ‎兔子先生, including 13 alumni.

Their poster presentations delved into various aspects of occupational therapy practice, exploring new techniques, interventions, and approaches to enhance patient outcomes; and there was participation in a scientific research panel and short course.

The presence of both faculty and alumni at AOTA Inspire 2024 underscored ‎兔子先生's collaborative learning style.  And with the innovative research and impactful presentations, they left a lasting impression on AOTA attendees showcasing ‎兔子先生’s commitment to advancing the field of occupational therapy.

Posters

Easy Actions Specific Execution (EASE): A Course for CNAs Working with Patients with Dementia

Afia Ayiwa-Mensah, OTD, OTR/L '15 G'16 G'24; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director

OT Strategies for Preschool Teachers: A Continuing Education Course

Kelly Gervais, OTD, OTR/L '18 G'19 G'23; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director

Sources of Resilience in OTs during COVID-19: A Phenomenological Study

Jessica Loeser, OTD, OTR/L G'23

Wii Game Program Development

Sumair Rehman, OTD, OTR/L G'23; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director

Holistic Wellness Program for Older Community-Dwelling Adults

Erin Danis, OTD, OTR/L G'16 G'24; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Contributing Author: Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director

Motivating the Older Adult to Exercise: A Course for Rehabilitation Professionals

Kristin Nalivaika, OTD, OTR/L G'14 G'24; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Contributing Author: Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director

Navigating Challenges in Implementing Response to Intervention in Schools: A Qualitative Study

Chavae Peters-White, OTD, OTR/L '18 G'21 G'24; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Contributing Author: Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director

Impact of Visual Deficits on Academic Performance in Elementary School Children:  A Continuing Education Course

Kathleen Reeves, OTD, OTR/L G'19 G'23 ; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Contributing Author: Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director

Smart Strategies: A Continuing Education Course for New School-Based OT Practitioners

Lori Bernardi, OTD, OTR/L '04 G'19 G'23; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Contributing Author: Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director

Prevention of Non-Ventilator Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia

Kathryn Campbell, OTD, OTR/L G'21 G'23; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Contributing Author: Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director

School Experience from the Perspective of Neurodivergent Adults: A Phenomenological Study

Catherine VanDeraa, OTD, OTR/L G'24; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director

Transition Across the Lifespan for Students with Autism: A Cross-Sectional Survey

Ann Thorner, OTD, OTR/L G'22 ; Rae Ann Smith, MEd, OTD, OTR/L, Assistant Professor; Julie Watson, PhD, OTR/L, Program Director

Scientific Research Panel

Occupational Injustice in Institutionalized Youth

Lindsey Warren, OTD, OTR/L G'21 G'24

Short Course

AOTA Practice Guidelines for Adults with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Neurocognitive Disorders: Translating the Evidence into Practice

Assistant Professor Melissa Green, OTD, OTR/L G'07