Discover the power of occupation — the science behind how everyday activities restore meaning, spark joy and connect us to what matters most.
August 5, 2026
“Nothing has helped me with my anxiety and my depression and my life more than occupational therapy,” says Jennifer Hong, a psychiatrist and Keck School of Medicine of USC psychiatry fellow who has been participating in Lifestyle Redesign, a program supporting students to improve their mental health and everyday lives through meaningful routines.
July 21, 2026
Cost–benefit study finds preventative occupational therapy significantly decreased emergency department visits and hospital stays.
July 7, 2026
Healthier daily routines can mean fewer hospital visits.
July 1, 2026
Ausderau’s research focuses on improving health and well-being of individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities and their families.
May 30, 2026
Dr. Elena Meng presented at the China Occupational Therapy Association’s Annual Conference in Beijing and met with PKUHSC instructors and a dual-degree graduate.
The Eaton Fire of January 2025 inflicted pain and loss on members of the USC Chan community. Now, hope defines their respective futures.
A new mural painted by a renowned Angeleno artist, and the community-centered process to create it, both inspires and connects the Trojan Family.
Longtime guest lecturer Michael Sugar reflects on his 30 years of sharing perspectives and experiences with USC occupational therapy students.
For this alum, launching a small business was a combination of occupational therapy insights, parenting experiences and a willingness to dream big.
Tina (Sehremelis) Dimopoulos ’15, MA ’16, OTD ’17 is the founder of Pulse OT, in New York City.
One of the coolest classesthat I have taken at USC would have to be Dr. Ashley Uyeshiro Simon's OT430: Animal and Human Interconnections in Daily Life course, which is offered under the Occupational…
It’s hard to believe that I’m already starting my second year of grad school! When I first started this journey, I knew OT school would challenge me, but I didn’t fully understand just how much…
