UF Occupational Therapy

UF Occupational Therapy This page is for current students, alumni, friends, and faculty with the University of Florida Doctorate & Masters in Occupational Therapy program.

Registration closes in one week on March 18, 2026. Don't miss this event! πŸŠβ°πŸ˜€
03/11/2026

Registration closes in one week on March 18, 2026. Don't miss this event! πŸŠβ°πŸ˜€

Please join us for the 10th anniversary of the Sandra Edwards Colloquium, a day celebrating leadership, innovation, and collaboration in occupational therapy. This year’s theme, β€œEnvisioning the Future of Occupational Therapy: Integrating Science, Practice, and Transformational Leadership,” highlights our commitment to advancing the profession. CEUs available for Florida OT practitioners. Register here: https://phhp.ufl.edu/events/13100/10th-anniversary-sandra-edwards-colloquium/1774701000/ πŸŠπŸ“–πŸ™‚

Congratulations to Anna Pryyma, Department Administrator in the Department of Occupational Therapy, on receiving the Sup...
02/27/2026

Congratulations to Anna Pryyma, Department Administrator in the Department of Occupational Therapy, on receiving the Superior Accomplishment Award for Division 5 – Employee Performance! We are grateful for her exceptional dedication, leadership, and service to our students, faculty, and community. πŸ…πŸŠπŸŽ

We’re proud to highlight the work of Hongwu Wang, Ph.D., assistant professor in the UF Department of Occupational Therap...
02/26/2026

We’re proud to highlight the work of Hongwu Wang, Ph.D., assistant professor in the UF Department of Occupational Therapy, whose course on Robotics and AI for Health inspired Ph.D. candidate Shahzadhi Nyakhar to study AI-based mental health tools for college students.πŸŠπŸ™‚

Nyakhar and Wang's review of existing studies on the technology found eight generative AI chatbots that had a positive effect on students' mental health and well-being.

πŸ’™ Gator Nation Giving Day: Support UF Occupational Therapy πŸ’™Join us in celebrating Gator Nation Giving Day! Your gift he...
02/19/2026

πŸ’™ Gator Nation Giving Day: Support UF Occupational Therapy πŸ’™
Join us in celebrating Gator Nation Giving Day! Your gift helps provide scholarships and learning opportunities for our OT students as they prepare to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children, adults, families, and communities.
Give to UF Occupational Therapy: https://www.uff.ufl.edu/giving-opportunities/001443-occupational-therapy/
Thank you for supporting our students and the future of OT. 🐊

02/19/2026
Today is Giving Day. πŸ’™πŸŠ Help us honor the legacy of Dr. Kay F. Walker.Frank Gainer, MHS ’84, has donated $5,000 and will...
02/19/2026

Today is Giving Day. πŸ’™πŸŠ Help us honor the legacy of Dr. Kay F. Walker.
Frank Gainer, MHS ’84, has donated $5,000 and will match all additional gifts dollar for dollar, up to a total of $10,000.
Your gift doubles its impact and continues Dr. Walker’s commitment to future occupational therapy professionals.
Link to give: bit.ly/GiveToPHHP

Giving Day is the moment we honor the power of our community, and the moment you help it thrive.

With a gift to our college, you propel students forward, spark breakthrough research and elevate patient care. Every contribution is one step closer to a brighter future in health care.

Stand Up & Holler for PHHP: bit.ly/GiveToPHHP

Please join us for the 10th anniversary of the Sandra Edwards Colloquium, a day celebrating leadership, innovation, and ...
02/18/2026

Please join us for the 10th anniversary of the Sandra Edwards Colloquium, a day celebrating leadership, innovation, and collaboration in occupational therapy. This year’s theme, β€œEnvisioning the Future of Occupational Therapy: Integrating Science, Practice, and Transformational Leadership,” highlights our commitment to advancing the profession. CEUs available for Florida OT practitioners. Register here: https://phhp.ufl.edu/events/13100/10th-anniversary-sandra-edwards-colloquium/1774701000/ πŸŠπŸ“–πŸ™‚

Jessica Kramer, Ph.D., OTR/L, associate professor, and Elijah Thomas, a member of Kramer’s Youth & Young Adult Empowerme...
02/17/2026

Jessica Kramer, Ph.D., OTR/L, associate professor, and Elijah Thomas, a member of Kramer’s Youth & Young Adult Empowerment, Leadership & Learning Lab, served on a PCORI work group to recommend a research agenda that addresses gaps in health outcomes for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. πŸ˜„πŸŠ

Jessica Kramer, Ph.D., OTR/L, and Elijah Thomas were members of a PCORI work group tasked with recommending a research agenda for IDD studies.

Countdown to Gator Nation Giving Day this Thursday! 🩷 πŸŠπŸ˜„ https://www.uff.ufl.edu/giving-opportunities/001443-occupationa...
02/16/2026

Countdown to Gator Nation Giving Day this Thursday! 🩷 πŸŠπŸ˜„ https://www.uff.ufl.edu/giving-opportunities/001443-occupational-therapy/

Save this for Giving Day on Feb. 19! Here's how you can make a difference:

➑️ Kay F. Walker Scholarship: Supports Doctor of UF Occupational Therapy students; every donation matched up to by Frank Gainer up to a combined total of $10,000.
➑️ PHHP Impact Fund: Fuels education, research, service and clinical missions.
➑️ Student Travel Assistance Fund: Helps students cover conference and research travel costs.
➑️ Health Leaders Professional Development Fund: Provides resources for future Master of Health Administration professionals.
➑️ Kuhns Endowed Scholarship for UF Department of Physical Therapy: Supports physical therapy students excelling in clinical skills, with a 5-to-1 match up to $2,500 by Rolf and Anne Kuhns.

Donate to the cause that matters most to you: bit.ly/GiveToPHHP

02/13/2026

Check out these OT Department valentines! πŸ©·πŸŠπŸ˜„

Address

1225 Center Drive
Gainesville, FL
32611

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+13522736817

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