Husson University School of Occupational Therapy

12/19/2025

The Journal of Humanities in Rehabilitation has accepted a study by Husson’s Dr. Cavenaugh Kelly and Professor Kathi Smith on the importance of art education to foster empathy in occupational therapy students.

The study covers observations of students in a series of 14-week classes between 2021 and 2023. These classes, hosted by both professors, asked students to analyze written stories and visual arts and compare them to the healthcare field.

Read more at https://bit.ly/3KD9ZMg

12/16/2025

We’re proud to recognize Amy Gerritsen ’26 and Hannah Nicely ’26, occupational therapy students who helped lead Husson’s pro bono school partnership program this semester. Through their work with Hermon Public Schools, they supported elementary students through pro bono evaluations and classroom-based strategies focused on motor and visual-motor skill development.

This experience reflects Husson’s commitment to community-based experiential learning, benefiting local schools while preparing students for real-world occupational therapy practice.

Well done, Amy and Hannah! Read more about their exprience in the Student Spotlight article!

Husson University Occupational Therapy students Amy Gerritsen and Hannah Nicely have been helping elementary students build social and motor skills at Hermon Public Schools.

12/04/2025

Job Opportunity.

Good morning,

My name is Lincoln - I am a 2020 graduate of the PT program at Husson and have been a lab assistant there for the last 5 years in the PT program. I recently took a job as the rehab director at Cummings Healthcare in Howland, Maine. I wanted to reach out as I am hoping to hire an OT for a 30 hour position - I was wondering if you had the ability to pass along information to recent graduates.

This is a small SNF - we can be very flexible with scheduling, and the pay is very competitive. Anyone interested can reach out via email or phone - either using the below number or my cell which is (508) 981 - 1077.

Thank you and please reach out with any questions.

12/01/2025

Pediatric job posting in the Ellsworth area!

Empower Kids. Love Your Career! Pediatric Occupational Therapist School-Based Services Acadia Therapy Services | Downeast Maine Full-Time or Part-Time | OT or COTA Acadia Therapy Services is a rapidly growing pediatric therapy practice serving children across Downeast and Central Maine. We are seeki...

11/15/2025

Our awesome OT students welcoming prospective Eagles 🦅 to the nest today!! 💛💚

10/21/2025

Reminder! Tomorrow is the last day to order from the clothing fundraiser. Visit HussonFall25.ItemOrder.com to get your last minute OT swag!

10/09/2025

✨ Our first-year OT students are out in the community! ✨

This week marks the start of their community-based labs — where classroom learning meets real-world experience. Early experiential learning helps our students build confidence, apply their skills, and see the impact of occupational therapy in action.

We love watching them begin their journey as future OTs! 💚

10/04/2025

From classroom to conference! 🎤
✨ Our OT students (along with Dr. Lauren Fysh) presented their incredible work at the MEOTA Conference, showcasing a companion manual to MUSER developed in partnership with the Maine DOE. This resource supports evidence-based practice in school-based occupational therapy and highlights the powerful role OT plays in student success.

10/01/2025

Students practiced all things "lines and tubes" today in a hands on simulation at Husson's Simulation Center

09/19/2025

✨ Yesterday, Husson OT students screened nearly 75 kindergarteners in the Hermon School Department for fine and visual motor skills as part of our RTI collaboration.

By working in real classrooms, our students bring their learning to life while giving back to the community and supporting children’s success—fulfilling Husson’s mission and vision through authentic, hands-on practice. 💚

Way to go, Eagles—you’re making a difference one crayon, scissor cut, and pencil stroke at a time! 🦅✨

09/11/2025

One of the favorite things about our OT program is our student mentorships. Upperclassmen students helping to oversee first-year professonal phase students during community-based labs.

08/23/2025

🎉👏 Please join us in congratulating Dr. Lauren Fysh on two outstanding achievements!

Not only has she successfully completed her Doctoral degree, but she has also been recognized with a Teaching & Learning Award for her innovative Capstone project. 🏆📚

We are so proud of her dedication, scholarship, and passion for advancing both occupational therapy education and student success. Her accomplishments are an inspiration to our students, colleagues, and the Husson University community! 💚✨