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children wearing colorful backpacks run into a school

June 22, 2023

Missouri lags behind most states in children’s health, report finds

Tyler Myroniuk

June 5, 2023

Myroniuk finds similarities in COVID-19 mortality rates between Canadian provinces, American states

Study can help inform public health strategies to combat future pandemics, infectious diseases.

May 10, 2023

‘It takes a village’: Ifeolu David reflects on academic journey at Mizzou

From Sierra Leone to Columbia, David has pursued a passion for helping people who struggle with health care.

A group of students pose for a photo in front of a Mizzou Department of Occupational Therapy sign.

May 8, 2023

OTA students showcase baccalaureate project work

The projects are designed to provide in-depth experience in clinical practice skills, administration, leadership, advocacy and/or education.

April 18, 2023

Students represent SHP at Show Me Research Week

SHP students presented on everything from sleep disorders and primordial grief to cancer’s impact on speech and communication.

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…

March 15, 2023

Lack of access to health care contributes to Missouri’s maternal mortality rates

Bridget Comparato Kraus

March 10, 2023

Doctoral student receives $100,000 research grant

Bridget Comparato Kraus is working to improve the lives of people with spinal cord injuries.

A woman leading a group fitness class holds a hand-held free weight up to her chest

March 8, 2023

Group exercise program for older adults led to more independent exercise despite pandemic restrictions, MU study finds

Nicholas Smith

Feb. 17, 2023

Mothers with depression take longer to respond to their child, MU study finds

Nicholas Smith is a faculty member in the Department of Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences.