Sep. 12, 2023
CDS faculty, graduate recognized for work on sonographer burnout
Doug Clem and Ivonne Murillo worked together on a project entitled 'Sonographer Burnout: Use of the Maslach Burnout Inventory to Initiate Change in the Workplace.'
June 28, 2023
8 students certified as health education specialists
Certification through the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing helps graduates show employers that they understand the eight areas of responsibility and know how to work to improve health and provide health promotion programs.
June 13, 2023
Ready to change the world
Recent alumna and Operation Smile Mizzou founder Emilee Carleton found her place and her mission through student involvement.
April 14, 2023
Mizzou OT at AOTA Inspire Annual Conference and Expo
The University of Missouri’s Occupational Therapy Department will be participating in the American Occupational Therapy Association’s Annual Conference & Expo in Kansas City from April 20-23, 2023. Connect with us at conference during our presentations, at our expo booth, and by attending our alumni reception. Details are below. Presentations From workshops and short courses to scientific research panels, our faculty, staff, and current students are sharing knowledge to help advance the profession. Thursday, April 20 9-9:30 a.m.Construct Validity of the Sensory Profile InteroceptionWinnie Dunn, Catana BrownKCC Rm 2101Session: Scientific Research Panel 101B 10-11 a.m.Role With It! Defining the OT Practitioner Role Through…
April 3, 2023
Family continues Nancy Toedebusch Fay’s legacy of giving back
From her MU graduation through her retirement years, Nancy Todebusch Fay was passionate about supporting the School of Health Professions.
March 20, 2023
Social Work student’s artistic side fuels entrepreneurial journey
They say art imitates life. But for Kasey Hammock, art shaped her life. “My roots are in more creative and inspiration-focused spaces,” Hammock said. “But what I found over time is that it’s a privilege to have the space to be creative, to follow your passions and to have people in your life who support you following those endeavors. Social work gives people the opportunities to live their best lives and removes societal barriers that keep people from pursuing their passions.” Hammock is a second-year PhD student in the School of Social Work with a dissertation focused on data-driven decision-making…
March 1, 2023
Get to know: Teresa Titus-Howard, MSW ’93, MHA ’98
By Mia Hollander Photo courtesy of Teresa Titus-Howard Teresa Titus-Howard, PhD, MHA, MSW, CCM, began her career as a hospital social worker. She was recently recognized as one of Maryland’s Most Admired CEOs by the Daily Record. Dr. Titus-Howard is President and CEO of The Coordinating Center, a Maryland statewide nonprofit, whose mission is to partner with people of all ages and abilities and those who support them in the community to achieve their aspirations for independence, health, and a meaningful community life. Dr. Titus-Howard laid the framework for her successful career path while working towards her MSW at Mizzou.
Feb. 15, 2023
New Mizzou Nuclear Medicine clinical rotation offers path to profession’s sustainability
Program growth is necessary to address a shortage of nuclear medicine technologists.
Feb. 3, 2023
Real-world teaching nets outstanding mentor honors for alumnus
Eric Lybeck-Brown, DPT ’11, coordinates clinical opportunities for physical therapy students.
Dec. 21, 2022
Respiratory Therapy alumnus receives lifetime achievement award
Robert Shaw, BHS ’82, was recognized by the National Board for Respiratory Care with the 2022 Sister Mary Yvonne Jenn, CRNA, RRT Lifetime Achievement Award. The award was presented at 2022 AARC Congress as a tribute to the first person entered into the NBRC registry, and is the NBRC’s highest honor. Dr. Shaw is an alumnus and former faculty member of the Respiratory Therapy Program in the School of Health Professions. Dr. Shaw was recognized in 2019 by SHP with the Alumni Citation of Merit.