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Tiles of Hope
A successful 2nd annual fundraiser in November provided a boost to this unique program merging arts and healing at the KU Cancer Center for individuals receiving blood and marrow transplantation. Providing a chance to express emotions through painting a tile, Tiles of Hope is led by students of KU's Occupational Therapy degree program under assitant professor Dr. Lisa Mische-Lawson. The tiles are then displayed in the transplant unit, giving hope and inspiration to those coping with serious illness. More info

Occupational Therapy Education

Living Sensationally Podcasts

video (icon)Dr. Dunn explores sensations, how and why they work, and their impact on our lives in this three-part podcast series.

Occupational Therapy Students (photo)

Occupational Therapy Students Honored

OT students Kendall Carithers and Sarah Salzman were recognized as KU Outstanding Graduates for "Tiles of Hope." Working with Dr. Mische-Lawson, the program brings volunteers and patients together to paint ceramic tiles during the long (and often boring) outpatient treatments at the KU Cancer Center. The tiles are then displayed in the transplant unit, giving hope and inspiration to those coping with serious illness. Read

Prospective Students

Join AOTA for a live phone or chat session to learn about a career in OT. Or listen to a previously recorded session at AOTA.org.

Media

Winnie Dunn talks about sensory processing. Her lecture, Sensory Processing: a critical assessment area for autism spectrum disorders is available online with slides.
Healthcare Reform Resources (graphic)

Understanding federal health reform: As the only academic medical center in Kansas, KU Medical Center offers a unique and important perspective on changes in our health care system. Learn more about this important topic and find answers to commonly-asked questions about new health legislation and its impact on our community.

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KU's Occupational Therapy programs are nationally recognized for excellence as a leader in education and research in the field. The OT Education Department resides in the KU School of Health Professions and is located on the KU Medical Center campus in Kansas City, Kan. Three academic programs are offered by the Department of Occupational Therapy Education:

Programs for Occupational Therapists

Occupational Therapy student assisting with eating.Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)
Program prepares students to enter the profession of occupational therapy. Following one year of undergraduate study, the program continues with 2 years at the graduate level. Graduates are eligible to take the national certification examination to obtain OT licensure. >> See MOT program details

OT clinician helping lady in kitchen.Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Clinically-based doctorate program for practicing occupational therapists who want to pursue the highest level of advanced practice. A degree and current license are required for admission. >> See OTD program info

Interdisciplinary Doctoral Research Program for Professionals

Doctorate in Therapeutic Science (PhD)
With an emphasis on understanding the consequences of health conditions for the person, rather than the health condition itself, Therapeutic Science is an interdisciplinary program that involves faculty in a variety of departments and schools throughout the University of Kansas. >> Program info

Transportation is Essential
Transportation is an important link that allows full participation in activities related to work, school, recreation, and leisure by those with disabilities. A lack of access to transportation poses a major barrier for people who cannotdrive or do not own Transportation Resourcesa vehicle. Many people with disabilities rely on other means of transportation which include public transportation such as buses and private transportation such as taxicabs.

To help provide access to services for people with disabilities in our area, a group of KU students and faculty compiled a booklet of Transportation Resources in the greater Kansas City metropolitan region. Acrobat Reader (free from Adobe.com) is needed to view this 37-page document.

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