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For student Timothy Wang, it’s OK to fall asleep in class ⟩
March 13, 2020

Health and Wellness Students

In support of Day4Naps, a global narcolepsy awareness day on March 14, Wang shared with student ambassador Kaho Ishizuki more about his condition and how it has shaped his life and aspirations.

Timothy Wang is a bachelor’s-to-master’s student in the USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy. After spending his childhood in Houston, he moved to Los Angeles two years ago to attend college. He enjoys spending time with his friends and family, reading, photography,…

A “hands-on” approach to teaching ⟩
February 13, 2020

Academics and Courses Clinical Faculty Lifestyle Redesign Students

Janice Rocker, who spends most of her time working in the hand therapy clinic at Keck Hospital of USC, brings her clinical experience to the classroom for OT 562 “Advance Practice in Hand Therapy and Physical Agent Modalities.”

By Kevin Uhrik / HSC News As a student in the entry-level master’s program at USC, I am grateful for the opportunity to be taught and mentored by the clinical faculty members of the Chan Division. The clinical faculty members at USC have a longstanding history of both teaching and clinical…

Response to COVID-19: PKUHSC Program Transitions to Online Teaching Even Before USC Chan ⟩
February 4, 2020

Academics and Courses China Initiative Community and Partners Pandemic

PKUHSC instructors Dr. Hui (Angela) Wang and Dr. Liguo Qian quickly shift classes online and adapt to accommodate stay-at-home orders in Beijing.

The first time Dr. Hui (Angela) Wang met her students was on January 4th, 2020 — during the last week of the PKUHSC fall semester. Dr. Wang, a China Initiative scholar, had completed her Master’s in Occupational Therapy at USC Chan, and just returned to China to continue her Post-Professional…

The Art of Occupational Therapy ⟩
January 30, 2020

Academics and Courses Faculty Health and Wellness Students

For Amber Bennett, arts and crafts have always been meaningful. From constructing doll houses to making stained glass pieces and weaving baskets, Bennett has engaged in creative projects for as long as she can remember

By Noelle Schorn “Engaging in something meaningful to you can contribute to your health.” For Amber Bennett, arts and crafts have always been meaningful. From constructing doll houses to making stained glass pieces and weaving baskets, Bennett has engaged in creative projects for as long as she…

Division names its first-ever director of diversity, access, and equity ⟩
January 27, 2020

Diversity, Access, Equity Faculty

Karrie Kingsley to serve in newly created administrative role.

Karrie Kingsley, Director of Diversity, Access, and Equity and associate professor of clinical occupational therapy Associate Clinical Professor Karrie Kingsley has been named the first Director of Diversity, Access, and Equity of the USC Chan Division, according to an announcement made today by…

Art for refugees ⟩
January 22, 2020

Students

Chelsea Rivera MA ’19, OTD ’20 (photo provided courtesy of Chelsea Rivera) Name Chelsea Rivera ’19, OTD ’20 Hometown New Orleans, Louisiana Residency site Art for Refugees in Transition (A.R.T.) Cartagena, Colombia Why did you decide to pursue your OTD? I’ve always wanted to teach at a…

Lessons in leadership ⟩
January 16, 2020

Academics and Courses Associations and Bodies Faculty Students

What I learned during my capstone externship with Katie Jordan.

By Melissa Martinez MA ’19, OTD ’20 The USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy strives to prepare future clinicians who will become leaders in the field. Leadership themes and training are woven into our entire curriculum, including a leadership capstone course during…

Meet the three Trojans running for national association office ⟩
January 10, 2020

Associations and Bodies Faculty Students

Editor's note: On Jan. 30, results of AOTA's 2020 elections were made available online (AOTA member log-in required), and each of the three USC Chan candidates won their respective races. Fight On! Faculty members and student are hoping to make a difference in 2020 and beyond. Two USC Chan faculty…

At Pasadena theater, the ghost of Christmas, relaxed ⟩
December 20, 2019

Autism Community and Partners Diversity, Access, Equity Faculty

How a relaxed performance of “A Christmas Carol” was made possible with guidance from USC Chan occupational therapist.

By Mike McNulty The lights did not dim and the crowd did not hush when Ebenezer Scrooge stepped onstage last weekend in Pasadena. Rather, some in the audience wore noise-reducing headphones. Others handled fidget toys. All were free to come and go, as quietly or as loudly, as they pleased. At this…

Here’s one way to get more diversity in science and health fields ⟩
December 18, 2019

Alumni Chan in the Media Community and Partners Diversity, Access, Equity

When you don’t know any doctors or scientists, it can be tough to imagine becoming one. The USC STAR program introduces teens to real lab work, and it’s one of many initiatives supported by the university’s Good Neighbors Campaign.

By Eric Lindberg / USC Today USC's STAR program brings together students from Francisco Bravo Medical Magnet High School, like Nirali Patel, center, to work with USC faculty members on research. (USC Photo/Eric Lindberg) Jenny Martínez speaks up for people who don’t have a voice in the health…

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