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• RSVP now to join COTAD's Feb. 23 Zoom event: Black experiences in health care and higher ed
  February 17, 2023
  Occupational Therapy Program Director Dr. Doreen Head and Assistant Professor Dr. Regina Parnell will share their firsthand experiences as Black women in the clinical OT field and higher education, followed by an open Q/A.
• GALLERY: Occupational Therapy Baby Lab ’23
  February 7, 2023
  Each year, Wayne State Occupational Therapy students in Assistant Prof. Kimberly Banfill’s OT6300 and OT7410 courses observe and practice on real babies! On Feb. 6, we welcomed four special guests – and their grownups — who helped OT students learn to observe and assess reflexes and reactions.
• WATCH: Alumni experiences with diversity in OT, presented by WSU COTAD
  January 26, 2023
  The Wayne State University chapter of the Coalition of Occupational Therapy Advocates for Diversity (COTAD) organized a panel of alumni who discussed their experiences in the OT profession. Speakers included: Jennifer Gavia '22, Fabiha Nishat '21, Ala Sarsour '22, and Faith Taylor '21.
• Today@Wayne: OT graduate Ala Sarsour overcomes obstacles to earn second WSU degree
  December 15, 2022
  “I realized what I needed was to be more patient with myself. I knew college would be a challenge, that it would take me a lot more time than it would other people. But once I accepted that, I found my footing and that drove me,” Sarsour said.
• GALLERY: Master of Occupational Therapy Class of 2022 hooding ceremony
  December 14, 2022
  On Dec. 10, 2022, the WSU Applebaum Master of Occupational Therapy Class of 2022 celebrated its graduation with a hooding ceremony.
• Dr. Brian Cummings connects with students during second annual Conversations With the Dean series
  December 8, 2022
  In a tradition that began with Dr. Brian Cummings' first semester as dean of the Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, students from across the college were invited to informal meet-and-greet sessions this fall.
• Health Care Sciences Teaching Award nominations due Dec. 16
  December 2, 2022
  The WSU Applebaum Department of Health Care Sciences (HCS) will recognize one full-time faculty member each winter semester for excellence in teaching.
• Prof. Preethy Samuel part of new $400K Healthy Aging Initiative grant
  November 17, 2022
  Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy Preethy Samuel will be the project evaluator on "Hope for Aging Caregivers," which aims to improve the lives of aging family caregivers of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities by implementing a peer-to-peer approach that coordinates care, yields cost savings and fosters system change. The project received a $400,000 grant from the Michigan Health Endowment Fund's Healthy Aging Initiative.
• Health Sciences Division Clinical Award applications accepted until Jan. 14
  October 28, 2022
  The Office of the Associate Dean of the Health Sciences is pleased to announce the 2023-2024 Health Science Division (HSD) Clinical Awards. This is program is designed to promote research activities for junior and new faculty researchers. Applicants may submit only one proposal per year as either the PI (Principal Investigator) or Co-I (Co-Investigator / faculty research mentor).
• GALLERY: Health Sciences Preceptor Appreciation Night
  October 24, 2022
  On Oct. 19, 2022, the Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences treated its health sciences preceptors to an evening at the Outdoor Adventure Center in Detroit. Preceptors teach our students in clinical settings, providing invaluable hands-on training and experience.
• Dr. Sara F. Maher appointed as permanent associate dean for health sciences
  October 6, 2022
  Dr. Maher had served as interim associate dean for health sciences since January 2022, assuming oversight of nine clinical programs, which include Clinical Laboratory Science, Mortuary Science, Pathologists’ Assistant, Nurse Anesthesia, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies, Radiation Therapy Technology and Radiologic Technology. During this time, she has also stepped up to lead the Office of Student Affairs on an interim basis.
• OTL features Dr. Rosanne DiZazzo-Miller in faculty teaching highlights series
  September 28, 2022
  The WSU Office of Teaching and Learning featured Dr. Rosanne DiZazzo-Miller, associate professor of occupational therapy, who shared how she uses student-led presentations on case studies to improve engagement and learning in her courses and outlines the benefits she sees to creating this kind of assignment. She is joined by former students Erin Armbruster and Andrea Breckenridge.
• IPTV program seeks adults age 50+ for virtual health management visits
  August 25, 2022
  The IPTV program is seeking adults age 50 and older to participate. Adults will need a smartphone or computer and should be able to use Zoom or a similar video conferencing program. Please share this opportunity and the documents linked below with anyone 50+ you feel may be interested! 
• GALLERY: Barbara Henderson Miller Endowed Scholarship recipients meet donors
  August 17, 2022
  WSU Applebaum gathered donors George and Siouxsan Miller together with student recipients of the 2022 Barbara Henderson Miller Endowed Scholarship in Occupational Therapy. Scholarship winners include Mohamed Bazzi, Aevah Hebda, Michael Hernton, Savanna Hughey, Ala Sarsour and Ashley Walczybock.
• Babies! OT students enjoy hands-on pediatric assessment practice
  June 9, 2022
  On June 6, 2022, Wayne State Master of Occupational Therapy students in Assistant Professor Kim Banfill's class had some very special visitors: Babies. Students learned to assess reflexes, developmental milestones, righting and equilibrium reactions that relate to OT evaluation and intervention in the pediatric population.
• WSU Applebaum awards $15,000 in scholarships supporting diversity and inclusion
  May 31, 2022
  Ten students in the Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences were awarded scholarships in recognition of their active contributions to diversity and inclusion.
• More than 160 private scholarships awarded to WSU Applebaum students during Donors & Scholars events
  May 27, 2022
  Congratulations to the more than 100 Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences students who earned a total of more than $250,000 in scholarships in 2022, and thank you to the generous donors who support student success.
• GALLERY: Health Sciences Donors & Scholars Luncheon
  May 18, 2022
  On May 18, the WSU Applebaum community gathered to celebrate our 2022 scholarship recipients and thank donors for their generosity.
• Research workshops for Health Care Sciences and Applied Health Sciences faculty are back – RSVP for Wednesday, June 22
  May 13, 2022
  Please join us at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, June 22, for the first in a series of workshops aimed to take your research to the next level, collaborate with colleagues and share ideas. This first workshop will provide an overview of future programming, a panel discussion from junior and tenured faculty about ongoing research, and breakout rooms to chat about your research opportunities and challenges.
• An apple for the teacher: Dr. Mary K. Clark educated us all
  May 12, 2022
  Colleagues, friends and family celebrated Dr. Clark's service to Wayne State as she prepares to retire from her position as associate dean for student affairs.
• OT program invites all to presentations by two candidates for open faculty position
  April 28, 2022
  The Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Master of Occupational Therapy program is hiring a new tenure/tenure track faculty member, and all WSU faculty, staff, and students are welcome and encouraged to attend upcoming presentations by the candidates.
• Student Spotlight: Q&A with Ala Sarsour, Master of Occupational Therapy Class of 2022
  April 26, 2022
  "I aspire to be an occupational therapist who clients look forward to seeing. My career aspirations are not only are being an OT but being the best OT I can be to enhance people’s lives and be a bright spot during their process of therapy."
• Student Spotlight: Q&A with Ashley Walczybock, Master of Occupational Therapy Class of 2022
  April 21, 2022
  "Wayne State holds a special place in my heart as I earned my bachelor's degree here in 2020. I love the atmosphere in Midtown — it’s a hub for community relations."
• Student Spotlight: Q&A with Kate Joyce, Master of Occupational Therapy Class of 2022
  April 13, 2022
  "OT represents a career change for me ... For years I have been searching for a profession that merges my various talents and interests, exploring many avenues but never landing on the ‘just right’ fit. I am thrilled to have found the field of OT. The practicality, creativity and versatility in the administration of client-centered care assure me that I will find fulfillment for the next 20 years (and beyond) of my career."
• Student Spotlight: Q&A with Jennifer Gavia, Master of Occupational Therapy Class of 2022
  April 6, 2022
  "I plan to give back to the communities that have made me who I am. I want to help address health care inequities and increase diversity, equity and inclusion in the occupational therapy field. I specifically wish to give back to my Detroit community because it has made me into the resilient, strong character that I am today."