Dec. 15, 2021
Getting Cheryl back to the things she loves
Dec. 15, 2021 Contact: Deidra Ashley, ashleyde@missouri.edu On Dec. 12, 2020, Columbia resident Cheryl Overstreet had a stroke in her brainstem. After eight days in University Hospital and another 17 at Rusk Rehabilitation Center, she headed home in a wheelchair — uncertain of her future. Would she be able to walk again? Would she regain full use of her left arm? Would she ever get back to doing the activities she loved? With the help of University of Missouri School of Health Professions practicum students, Overstreet is back on her feet, reclaiming control of her arm — and even…
Dec. 15, 2021
$2 million grant will use in-home sensors to monitor older adults in rural Missouri
MU professor says sensors can detect falls, monitor movements and alert care team to abnormalities. Dec. 15, 2021 Story contact: Brian Consiglio, 573-882-9144, consigliob@missouri.edu Among the biggest side effects of the COVID-19 pandemic has been increased social isolation, loneliness and depression, particularly for older adults living in rural areas. This isolation has led many to delay or cancel health care procedures, including elective surgeries, which may lead to worsening health outcomes. To assist those who may be experiencing difficulty completing various daily activities, researchers at the University of Missouri are using a $2 million grant from the National Institute…
Nov. 12, 2021
Celebrating National First-Generation Day!
Nov. 12, 2021 National First-Generation College Celebration Day is a day to celebrate the successes and leadership of first-generation college students and faculty. We are so proud of the following students and faculty and are excited to see what the future holds for you! First-Generation College Students Carly Bailey Major: Health Sciences, Rehabilitation Science emphasis Hometown: Otterville, Missouri “I am grateful for my first-generation status because of the work ethic that I witnessed and that was instilled in me at a very young age. Remember, some life lessons can’t be learned in a lecture in a lecture…
Sep. 2, 2021
Interprofessional Education Day success
Sept. 2, 2021 Last week, more than 300 students from six Health Professions professional programs gathered for Interprofessional Education Day. Students participated in team-building activities and heard from public speakers Lauren and Colleen Murphy. Colleen wrote a book called “Murphys Don’t Quit,” chronicling their family’s story after Lauren suffered severe brain damage in a running accident. Interprofessional education prepares health care professionals to best care for their patients, their colleagues and themselves. The Health Professions Interprofessional Education Initiative, led by Lea Ann Lowery, creates educational experiences for students that meet the unique needs of individual programs, while creating a…
Sep. 2, 2021
2021 faculty promotions
Sept. 2, 2021 Congratulations to faculty who received promotions this month! Health Sciences Claire Altman – Associate Professor Hye Jeong Choi – Associate Professor Botswana Blackburn – Teaching Professor Social Work Hsun-Ta Hsu – Associate Professor Virginia Ramseyer Winter – Associate Professor Aaron Thompson – Professor Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences Elizabeth Kelley – Associate Professor Mili Kuruvilla – Associate Professor Occupational Therapy William Janes – Associate Research Professor Timothy Wolf – Professor Physical Therapy Anita Campbell – Associate Teaching Professor Dana Martin – Teaching Professor…
June 1, 2021
Tim Wolf selected to be next Associate Dean for Research
June 1, 2021 (Updated Oct. 22, 2021) Tim Wolf, professor and chair of the Department of Occupational Therapy, has been selected to serve as Associate Dean for Research starting Oct. 1, 2021. The few months’ overlap in titles with Judith Goodman, who will retire after the Fall 2021 semester, will facilitate a smooth transition of responsibilities and continued momentum in research activities. Through restructuring of responsibilities in the Department of Occupational Therapy, Dr. Wolf will also continue to serve as chair of the department. “Dr. Wolf is an accomplished scientist with a robust and meaningful research program,” Dean Kristofer Hagglund said.
May 18, 2021
2021 Health Professions Graduates
May 18, 2021 Commencement may be over with, but we’re still celebrating our graduates! The Class of 2021 worked so hard, and we know they’re ready for their next steps. We asked six Health Professions graduates to reflect on what their time at Mizzou has meant to them. Jōvan Amos Master of Occupational Therapy Hometown: Chicago What was your favorite aspect of the Mizzou occupational therapy program? My favorite thing about the MU OT program was the community presence and relationships they’ve established over many years, which afforded us students the opportunity to do coursework and training within…
Sep. 23, 2020
Show Me Collaboration
Alumni from several disciplines talk to students about why collaboration is important Each year the School of Health Professions gathers students from every professional program (Physical Therapy; Occupational Therapy; Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences; Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound, Athletic Training, Respiratory Therapy, and Radiography) for an Interprofessional Education Day. Through several lectures, workshops, and activities, this event highlights how these professions in practice will rely heavily on collaboration with other disciplines, and how good communication and teamwork will be vital parts of the job in order to provide the best care for patients. This year, due to COVID-19, the activities…
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