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Jowy Cenat OTD ’26

What are some of the occupations you engage in?
They include going to a cafe, spending time outdoors, getting lost on an adventure.

If you could travel anywhere, where would it be?
I’ve come to realize that the best place to be is right here, right now. I’ve traveled the seven seas, I’ve been to dozens of countries, Spain, Germany Iceland, France, etc., but i must say being home in NYC, with a cup of hot chocolate and overlooking downtown during a snowstorm is breathtaking. But overall, I think I prefer the lifestyle of Europe.

What’s a life lesson that you’ve learned from experience?
Advocate for yourself. If you need an extension on a deadline, negotiating a salary, or setting boundaries in a relationship, being able to communicate and stand up for yourself is important. Learning to say “no thanks,” without feeling guilty, is like a cheat code — it saves you so much time, energy, and stress.

Whats something you tried once and instantly knew it wasn’t for you?
Rollerskating — just isn’t for me.

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever been given?
Enjoy the “process.” It may be difficult for a moment; remember, the storm will soon pass.

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ACOTE accreditation | NBCOT certification

The USC entry-level master’s degree program (cost of attendance) is fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education® (ACOTE®) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). The USC entry-level doctorate in occupational therapy (OTD) degree program (cost of attendance) has applied for accreditation and has been granted Preaccreditation Status by ACOTE®. View our program’s ACOTE® standards public data. ACOTE® c/o the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc.®, 7501 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 510E, Bethesda, MD 20814, (301) 652-AOTA, www.acoteonline.org. The program must complete an on-site evaluation and be granted Accreditation Status before its graduates will be eligible to sit for the national certification examination for the occupational therapist administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc.® (NBCOT®).

Professional program graduates are eligible to apply for certification by National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc.® (NBCOT®), nbcot.org. Program results from the NBCOT® can be found online at www.nbcot.org/Educators-Folder/SchoolPerformance.