April 24, 2023
Mansoo Yu extols benefits of studying abroad
Public health and social work professor has experience with several study abroad trips with faculty and students.
April 21, 2023
Master of Health Administration degree moves to Department of Health Sciences
The University of Missouri is pleased to announce that the Master of Health Administration (MHA) program and the graduate certificate in Informatics for Public Health will be moving to the Department of Health Sciences in the School of Health Professions. The move is effective for the 2023–24 academic year and coincides with the school’s name change to College of Health Sciences. The move provides multiple benefits, including greater collaboration and interprofessional education among students and faculty across a broad range of health science-related programs. “Many of our undergraduate students continue on to the MHA program,” said…
April 21, 2023
PhD student named to military social work task force
Erica Collins Erica Collins, a PhD student in the School of Social Work, was recently accepted as a task force member by the Council on Social Work Education as part of an effort to revise its “Specialized Practice Curricular Guide for Military Social Work.” Collins was selected from a competitive group of faculty and military experts in social work to join the task force, thanks in part to her practice experience and research knowledge. She will participate in several advisory meetings to provide edits to the latest iteration of this military-focused curricular guide throughout 2023 and 2024.
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…
April 14, 2023
Camp Catch-Ya-Breath for children with asthma
Camp Catch-Ya-Breath is a free weekend camp that empowers children ages 7-13 to learn how to obtain control of their asthma. The camp is co-hosted by the University of Missouri Respiratory Therapy program and Washington County Memorial Hospital. At Camp Catch-Ya-Breath, children with asthma learn the importance and benefits of asthma medication while participating in fun activities like swimming, hiking and crafts. For more information, call 573-438-5451 ext. 288 or email Christina Luksza at cluksza@wcmhosp.org. 2023 Camp Catch-Ya-BreathStartFriday, June 9EndSunday, June 11LocationYMCA Camp of the Ozarks13528 State Highway AAPotosi, MO 63664-9802Download Camp Catch-Ya-Breath application Volunteers needed…
April 10, 2023
Clinical Laboratory program ‘a dream come true’ for international student
Fatima Alsaihati came to the U.S. from Saudi Arabia.
April 4, 2023
MU School of Health Professions announces name change to College of Health Sciences, $5 million renovation to Clark Hall
The name change will become effective for the 2023-2024 academic school year.
April 4, 2023
21st Surgeon General of the United States Dr. Vivek H. Murthy to deliver May 2023 commencement address
The ceremony will be held May 13 at Mizzou Arena.
April 4, 2023
Siblings making strides thanks to collaborative approach to therapy
The Adams family credits teamwork between TigerOT, the MU Speech and Hearing Clinic and PhysZOU for Ashlee and Daniel's growth.