Chan in the Media
2021
USC community copes with health struggles caused by the pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has completely reconstructed how we go about our lives. From the way we live and socialize with others to the way we learn, the pandemic has forced us to adapt to a new virtual environment. As universities like USC continue to adapt to both teaching and learning online, a huge toll weighs on the physical health of everyone involved.
Helen Nguyen, in
Daily Trojan | April 28, 2021
A Safe Space in the Dental Clinic
Multidisciplinary teams create soothing dental environments for children with autism.
NIDCR Science News | March 23, 2021
Thought Control: Keeping Your Brain Sharp With RRMS
Asst. Clinical Professor Rebecca Cunningham gives tips for maintaining occupation-based cognitive function with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.
Sarah Ellis, in
healthcentral.com | February 26, 2021
USC alumna gives fresh take on classic cinema
USC alumna Kennedy Reed discovered her interest in filmmaking as a child. But it wasn’t until college — and the “Creativity Workshop” occupational therapy course taught by USC Chan faculty member Kim Eggleston — that her passion for classic cinema would take root through the creation of her digital platform, Gold Souls.
Catherine Orihuela, in
Daily Trojan | February 10, 2021
2020
Survey reveals all the ways remote work is ruining the health of Americans
A new survey, co-conducted by USC Chan Professor Shawn Roll, of nearly 1,000 people reports more than 64 percent of working Americans have developed new physical health problems while working from home during the pandemic, and nearly 75 percent are dealing with at least one new mental health issue.
John Anderer, in
The Ladders | December 10, 2020
Bid Beau goodbye, round of a-paws for Rumi
As USC says goodbye to retiring therapy dog Beau Tirebiter and welcomes his replacement, Rumi Tirebiter, USC Chan alumna Alisa Kim MA ’17, OTD ’19 highlights her qualitative research on the impact of a full-time facility dog for the specific needs of college student populations.
Kelly Sadikun, in
Daily Trojan | November 11, 2020
Studio-Backed Research Team Works on Test Film to Try COVID-19 Safety Protocols
With the help of alumna Catherine Shin, filmmakers behind the Entertainment Technology Center at USC short Ripple Effect tested "SafetyViz" and other new protocols with an eye toward enabling a safe return to production amid the novel coronavirus pandemic.
Carolyn Giardina, in
The Hollywood Reporter | September 3, 2020
The Help Group – USC Occupational Science Initiative develops virtual supports for students, families and teachers
The Help Group and USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy are collaborating on an exciting new project that will benefit our students, teachers, and families while providing an educational training experience for USC graduate students.
The Help Group | August 21, 2020
It’s time for a lifestyle redesign
Former OS minor student Giovanni Moujaes shows how improving our mental health starts with acknowledging there’s work to be done.
Giovanni Moujaes , in
Medium.com | August 16, 2020
“A Father-Daughter Duo Walks into a Bar…”
The Tahara family — including Jill Tahara MA ’15, OTD ’16 — celebrates Father’s Day at their Little Tokyo restaurants.
May Zeng, Heidi Carreon and Mick Trinidad, in
The Rafu Shimpo: Los Angeles Japanese Daily News | June 16, 2020
From pain and intimidation to purpose and belonging: One first-gen student’s path to USC Dornsife
As a teenager, Jasmin Sanchez suffered a painful medical emergency that taught her to stand up for herself. Now the first-generation college student is a USC Dornsife undergrad determined to advocate for others.
Susan Bell, in
USC Dornsife News & Events | April 13, 2020
2019
USC Study Shows Occupational Therapy Helps Diabetes Patients Make Lifestyle Changes that Can Prevent Serious Health Complications
The pilot study is the first to be completed under a novel academic-government collaboration between the SC CTSI, the UCLA CTSI, and the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services
Paul Karon, in
Southern California Clinical and Translational Science Institute | November 8, 2019
Optimism could lead to a healthier heart
Chantelle Rice Collins comments on an analysis published in the Journal of the American Medical Association which found optimism to be associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular events.
Luke Scorziell, Paloma Chavez, Vincent Leo, and Awo Jama, in
USC Annenberg Media | October 1, 2019
Column: Gentrification opened a rift between an L.A. church and a children’s center. Can they both survive?
Growing pressures from gentrification are affecting neighborhood institutions across Los Angeles — such as Atwater Park Baptist Church, which was founded in 1923, and Atwater Park Center, an early childhood intervention program started by church members in 1968 where USC Chan faculty member Kate Crowley offers occupational therapy consultations — learning to give-and-take in the face of current sociocultural and economic changes.
Nita Lelyveld, in
Los Angeles Times | August 30, 2019
TEDxAlmansorPark — Occupational Therapy and Neuroplasticity After Brain Injury
Shawn Phipps, PhD, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA tells the inspirational story of the challenges and triumphs of a patient who suffered a severe traumatic brain injury from a motor vehicle accident.
Shawn Phipps, PhD, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA, in
TEDx Talks | May 29, 2019
Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder make up 12% of disabled student population at El Camino College
The type of assistance that is needed by students with autism varies from person to person and depends on the proactiveness of the student to request accommodations, but sometimes, schools fail to meet every accommodation needed by some students, Tracy Jalaba an assistant professor of clinical occupational therapy at USC told The Union.
Rosemary Montalvo, in
El Camino College — The Union | May 29, 2019
How to Choose a Bicycle When You Have Ankylosing Spondylitis
It’s important to consider both your physical needs and how you plan to use your bike.
Quinn Phillips, in
everydayhealth.com | May 21, 2019
Obtiene la maestría en USC con el apoyo de la Iniciativa Vecinal para niños del sur Los Ángeles
Viviana Padilla inició sus esfuerzos escolares de la mano de su padre hace 17 años; el ya no vivió para verla terminar sus estudios / Viviana Padilla began her scholastic efforts with the guidance of her father 17 years ago; He did not live to see her finish her studies
Araceli Martínez Ortega, in
La Opinión | May 7, 2019
Is there a link between gut bacteria and autism? A first-of-its-kind study investigates
Backed by a Department of Defense grant, USC and UCLA researchers will explore gastrointestinal bacteria’s potential role in children with autism spectrum disorder.
Mike McNulty, in
USC News | May 2, 2019
How intelligent workstations will use AI to improve health and happiness
Do you want to be warm or cold? Is it time to stand rather than sit? An interdisciplinary team — made up of designers and USC professors — is using AI to create tech-savvy desks with health and well-being in mind.
Jamie Wetherbe, in
USC News | April 25, 2019
Championing High-Quality Care: Integrating Assessments Into Occupational Therapy Acute Care Practice (AOTA.org log-in required)
Stephanie Tsai and Elyse Peterson, in
OT Practice | March 21, 2019
Reading, Writing, and Resilience
In the face of a student mental-health crisis, a few colleges are putting wellness into the curriculum
Terry Nguyen, in
The Chronicle of Higher Education | February 26, 2019
New course on thriving at USC and beyond earns rave reviews
In a low-stress class geared toward incoming freshmen, students develop skills to lead balanced and fulfilling lives
Eric Lindberg, in
USC News | February 14, 2019
2018
Group Helps Get Kids With Autism Get Through Dental Visits
Research study changes exam room to be more friendly for children on autism spectrum
KCBS2-TV/KCAL9-TV | June 8, 2018
How Virtual Avatars Help Stroke Patients Improve Motor Function
At USC, Dr. Sook-Lei Liew is testing whether watching a virtual avatar that moves in response to brain commands can activate portions of the brain damaged by stroke
S. C. Stuart, in
PCMag.com | March 8, 2018
Shared database of brain images aims to boost stroke patients’ recovery
Brain scans from stroke patients are being downloaded by researchers around the world to predict the most efficient therapies
Zara Greenbaum, in
USC News | February 21, 2018
Occupational therapy can improve health of young adults with diabetes, USC study shows
Research participants who completed the program improve their quality of life and good health habits
Mike McNulty, in
USC News | February 1, 2018
2017
App will be created to increase physical activity of older adults
Maya Zaleski, in
Daily Trojan | October 27, 2017
New smartphone app developed at USC aims to support fitness among older adults
Designed to boost physical activity, the app is seen as a key step to advancing mobile health technology
Mike McNulty, in
USC News | October 24, 2017
VR could trick stroke victims’ brains toward recovery
Researchers at the University of Southern California are examining how virtual reality could promote brain plasticity and recovery
Abrar Al-Heeti, in
CNET | October 15, 2017
REINVENT: Leveraging Virtual Reality and Neurofeedback to Help With Motor Rehabilitation
IEEE Xplore | August 16, 2017
Occupational Therapy Helps Young Adults With Diabetes
Miriam E. Tucker, in
Medscape | June 21, 2017
Using virtual reality — and mom’s sewing machine — for stroke rehab
Sook-Lei Liew builds a prototype with a laptop, an off-the-shelf VR rig, a $9 swim cap and a brain-computer interface system
Katharine Gammon, in
USC News | June 12, 2017
Baby Driver, Mr. Roosevelt top SXSW audience award winners
Nick Romano, in
Entertainment Weekly | March 18, 2017
As The World Of VR Descends On SXSW, Here Are Six Must-See Experiences
Seth Porges, in
Forbes | March 8, 2017
2016
Neuroimaging helps reveal brain-body links in autism research
Researcher uses state-of-the-art techniques to assess the brain’s ability to turn sensory information into a motor response
Mike McNulty, in
USC News | April 26, 2016
Can virtual reality neurofeedback help stroke survivors recover?
USC researcher Sook-Lei Liew receives American Heart Association Innovative Research Grant to find out
John Hobbs, in
USC News | February 1, 2016
Can pictures prevent carpal tunnel syndrome?
Using sonographic imaging, a USC professor seeks to detect the earliest signs of the disorder
Breanne Grady, in
USC News | January 21, 2016
2015
Beth Pyatak Is A Type 1 Diabetes Researcher, D-Wife And New D-Mom…
Arden's Day and The Juicebox Podcast | September 29, 2015
Can researchers enhance the dental experience for children with autism?
Record-setting grant will help USC division study sensory stimuli that lessen a child’s anxiety during oral care
Mike McNulty, in
USC News | June 15, 2015
2014
Hong Kong Tops List of Foreign Donors to U.S. Schools
Chan Brothers' Gifts Latest Examples of Generosity from 'New York of Asia'
Jason Chow, in
The Wall Street Journal | September 22, 2014
Hong Kong’s tycoon philanthropist Ronnie Chan
Juliana Liu, in
BBC News | September 19, 2014
Chan Family Makes Another U.S. University Donation — Hong Kong Billionaire Ronnie Chan to Donate $20 million to University of Southern California
Hong Kong Billionaire Ronnie Chan to Donate $20 million to University of Southern California
Jason Chow, in
The Wall Street Journal | September 18, 2014
Chan family gift creates first named, endowed occupational therapy program in nation
The $20 million gift establishes an occupational therapy initiative in China and Florence Clark is installed as first holder of Mrs. T.H. Chan Professorship
Jessica Raymond, in
USC News | September 17, 2014
Self-care among Latinos with diabetes studied
Elizabeth Pyatak seeks ways to make health an everyday habit for teens and young adults
Paul Karon, in
USC News | September 11, 2014
An alumna banks on surfing’s power to heal traumatized veterans
The feat of standing up on
a board and riding a wave may empower people to overcome mental, emotional or physical challenges
Christina Schweighofer, in
USC News | August 13, 2014
Children with autism dread the dentist, but USC research may help
Sharon Cermak wants to make the experience more kid-friendly
Rob Russow, in
USC News | April 25, 2014
2013
Keep your friends close, but …
Robert Perkins, in
USC News | October 16, 2013
USC study charts exercise for stroke patients’ brains
Robert Perkins, in
USC News | June 11, 2013
Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy kicks off $6 million initiative
Mike McNulty, in
USC News | April 29, 2013
Learn to be more understanding by watching The Bachelor (this season, anyway)
Robert Perkins, in
USC News | January 23, 2013
2012
USC Occupational Therapy celebrates 70 years of service
Mike McNulty, in
USC News | November 26, 2012
Do you like me now?
Suzanne Wu, in
USC News | October 5, 2012
Trojan gets firsthand look at nation’s defense systems
Mike McNulty, in
USC News | August 30, 2012
Florence Clark shines in national spotlight
Mike McNulty, in
USC News | May 1, 2012
Autism symposium highlighted by personal experiences
Mike McNulty, in
USC News | March 16, 2012
Scientists search for source of creativity
Robert Perkins, in
USC News | March 5, 2012
Professional Help: 5 Tips for Senior Citizens on Simple, Healthy Living
Hans Villarica, in
The Atlantic | February 10, 2012
Expert lectures on multisensory integration
Kimberly Perring, in
USC News | January 23, 2012
2011
Five Scholars Join Faculty at Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy
Alix Sleight, in
USC News | October 19, 2011
Grant Awarded to Study Dental Environments
Vivian Tang, in
USC News | October 12, 2011
Occupational Therapy Holds First White Coat Ceremony
Kimberly Perring, in
USC News | September 1, 2011
Strategies to Help Manage Diabetes
Robert Perkins, in
USC News | July 25, 2011
USC Researchers Explore the Source of Empathy in the Brain
Robert Perkins, in
USC News | July 18, 2011
Active Life Helps Prevent Health Decline in Seniors
Robert Perkins, in
USC News | June 8, 2011
Picture Your Relationship to the Boss
Suzanne Wu, in
USC News | February 16, 2011
2010
Occupational Therapy Shows Support on Veterans Day
Austen Taylor, in
USC News | November 23, 2010
Brain Finds Gestures Not So Familiar
Carl Marziali, in
USC News | September 29, 2010
No Rest for the Narcissist
Carl Marziali, in
USC News | September 17, 2010
Sing-Song Speakers and Measures of Empathy
Allison Bond, in
USC News | August 11, 2010
2009
Clark named president of Occupational Therapy Assn.
Faryl Reingold, in
USC News | March 27, 2009
Florence Clark Elected to New Post
Faryl Reingold, in
USC News | March 13, 2009
2008
There Are Ways to Deal With Pressure
Beth Newcomb, in
USC News | September 15, 2008
USC study analyzes use of therapy dogs for rehabilitation of autistic patients
Beth Newcomb, in
USC News | July 11, 2008
New seminar series focuses on rehabilitation science
Beth Newcomb, in
USC News | May 2, 2008
2007
USC occupational therapy experts caution against unhealthful habits
Meghan Lewit, in
USC News | November 30, 2007
Lifelike Sculptures Shape 65th Anniversary
Veronica Jauriqui, in
USC News | November 28, 2007
2006
To the brain, words speak as loud as actions
Carl Marziali, in
USC News | October 6, 2006
Two Depts. Realign Under School of Dentistry
Victoria Newcomer, in
USC News | July 17, 2006
Florence Clark elected vice president of American Occupational Therapy Association
Jon Nalick, in
USC News | March 24, 2006
Reasons for Living Where You Work
Allison Engel, in
USC News | February 22, 2006
2005
NIH awards $2.5 million for health-care study of ethnic minorities
Kathleen O'Neil, in
USC News | October 21, 2005
Janice Matsutsuyu, USC occupational therapist, 71
USC News | July 15, 2005
2004
American Occupational Therapy Assn. honors USC professor Ruth Zemke
Alicia Di Rado, in
USC News | November 5, 2004
Elder Research Gets $2.2 Million Grant
USC News | October 15, 2004
Program to delay age-related health deficits receives $2.2 million grant
Alicia Di Rado, in
USC News | October 8, 2004
U.S. News ranks Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy among the best
USC News | April 2, 2004
USC bestows its highest honor on occupational therapy leader
USC News | March 5, 2004
2002
Occupational therapy study shows effectiveness of lifestyle redesign for seniors
Alexis Bergen, in
USC News | September 13, 2002
2001
Department of Occupational Therapy chair honored by peers for lifetime achievement
USC News | November 9, 2001
Occupational science researchers examine management of pressure sores
USC News | September 21, 2001
Occupational Therapy program is best in U.S. – again
Mary Ellen Stumpfl, in
USC News | April 6, 2001
Occupational Therapy May Offer Lasting Benefits to Seniors
Alicia Di Rado, in
USC News | February 19, 2001
Occupational therapy appears to offer lasting benefits to seniors
Alicia Di Rado, in
USC News | January 26, 2001
2000
OT faculty ink one of 1999’s top health publications
USC News | June 23, 2000
1999
OT house relocates to Centennial Apartments near UPC
USC News | April 9, 1999
1998
Occupational therapy chair named to NIH rehabilitation panel
Cynthia Johannssen, in
USC News | December 11, 1998
OT students go ape over famed primatologist
USC News | October 9, 1998
OT Program Tops Rankings of Graduate Schools
Zsa Zsa Gershick, in
USC News | March 16, 1998
1997
Occupational Therapy Helps ‘Well Elderly’
Eva Anderson, in
USC News | October 27, 1997
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