Pitt Occupational Therapy

Pitt Occupational Therapy The Official page of the University of Pittsburgh Department of Occupational Therapy. Ranked 3rd in the country by U.S. News & World Report

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We are deeply humbled and incredibly proud. 💛Pitt OT has been ranked #1 in the nation, again, for our entry-level Docto...
04/07/2026

We are deeply humbled and incredibly proud. 💛

Pitt OT has been ranked #1 in the nation, again, for our entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program by U.S. News & World Report's 2026 Best Occupational Therapy Programs. 🏅

But this ranking isn't just a number — it's a reflection of our people. Our students. Our faculty. Our staff. Our alumni. Our fieldwork educators. Every one of you contributes to what makes Pitt OT truly excellent.

Thank you for your passion, your hard work, and your commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. We are so grateful for all of our Pitt OT community. It takes a village to be #1.

Welcome Pitt’s NEW Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) student ➡️ Rose WilliamsComing from Pittsburgh, PA, Rose is most...
04/06/2026

Welcome Pitt’s NEW Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) student ➡️ Rose Williams

Coming from Pittsburgh, PA, Rose is most excited about using her creativity day-to-day. Rose is also looking forward to making new connections and friends!
We’re thrilled to have you in the program, Rose! 👏



You have the idea. The evidence supports it. But translating it into occupational therapy practice — or shifting the sys...
04/06/2026

You have the idea. The evidence supports it. But translating it into occupational therapy practice — or shifting the system to make room for it — is a challenge most OTs know all too well.

In this free webinar, alumni of the University of Pittsburgh's Advanced Practice Certificate for the Implementation of Evidence in Clinical Practice (and CScD program) share how they moved from stuck to leading real, sustainable change. Register free and hear how they did it.

https://calendar.pitt.edu/event/copy-of-doctor-of-clinical-science-in-occupational-therapy-ot-cscd-information-session?utm_campaign=widget&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=University+of+Pittsburgh

New research from the University of Pittsburgh Department of Occupational Therapy! 📄 "Multidimensional Sleep Health in T...
04/06/2026

New research from the University of Pittsburgh Department of Occupational Therapy! 📄

"Multidimensional Sleep Health in Toddlers with Down Syndrome: A Descriptive Study Guided by The Paediatric Sleep Health Framework" by PhD Student Waad Aljurayyad, Assistant Professor Angela Caldwell, and Assistant Professor Amy Hartman has been accepted in the American Journal of Occupational Therapy — advancing our understanding of sleep health in toddlers with Down syndrome.

Stay tuned for th



Eid Mubarak from our MS in OT family! 🌙✨ We were so grateful to come together with our program director and amazing coho...
04/03/2026

Eid Mubarak from our MS in OT family! 🌙✨ We were so grateful to come together with our program director and amazing cohort to celebrate this joyful occasion during OT 2248 Professional Reasoning in OT. Wishing all who celebrated a blessed and beautiful Eid!

We're heading to Anaheim! 🎉The AOTA INSPIRE 2026 Conference is just around the corner, and there are multiple ways to co...
04/03/2026

We're heading to Anaheim! 🎉

The AOTA INSPIRE 2026 Conference is just around the corner, and there are multiple ways to connect with our Pitt OT community.

🎤 17+ presentations from Pitt OT faculty, students, and alumni throughout the conference. Check our website for the full schedule.
📍 Visit us at Exhibit Booth #653 during Expo Hall hours — we'd love to reconnect and grab a photo with you at the Pitt OT sign!
🤝Alumni Meet-Up — Join us for an informal drop-in on April 23, 5:00–6:30 p.m. at Poppy's Lounge in the Hilton Anaheim.
🏆 Congratulations to our award recipients:
Cara Lekovitch – AOTA Roster of Fellows Award
Ann Marsico – Recognition of Achievement Award
Ketki Raina – Outstanding Mentor Award
Join us to celebrate them in person at the awards ceremony on Saturday, April 25, 4:15–5:15 pm.
⭐ A special shoutout to our students for earning Gold-Level status in AOTA's 2025–2026 Student Membership Circle

So many things to celebrate!
We can't wait to see you in Anaheim! 🕶
https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/academics/ot/

Welcome Pitt’s NEW Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) student ➡️ Olivia StaszakComing from Pittsburgh, PA, Olivia is e...
04/03/2026

Welcome Pitt’s NEW Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) student ➡️ Olivia Staszak

Coming from Pittsburgh, PA, Olivia is excited about occupational therapy because it holds space to empower individuals through personalized, holistic care, supporting overall well-being.

Olivia is also looking forward to connecting with students and professors who have the same passions as I do!

We’re thrilled to have you in the program, Olivia! 👏


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Welcome Pitt’s NEW Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) student ➡️ Kristen BreenComing from Tappan, New York, Kristen is...
04/01/2026

Welcome Pitt’s NEW Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) student ➡️ Kristen Breen

Coming from Tappan, New York, Kristen is looking forward to observing the impact my treatment sessions have on patients! Kristen is also looking forward to exploring a brand new city, delve much deeper into OT, and to grow bonds with those in the cohort!

We’re thrilled to have you in the program, Kristen! 👏



April is ! Throughout the month, we will highlight the students and faculty at Pitt OT who continue to advance the prof...
04/01/2026

April is !

Throughout the month, we will highlight the students and faculty at Pitt OT who continue to advance the profession and impact the lives of people everywhere.

Register for the Pitt OT Spring Colloquium on April 28 from 3:00-6:00 p.m. We are excited to welcome Kerri Morgan as our...
03/31/2026

Register for the Pitt OT Spring Colloquium on April 28 from 3:00-6:00 p.m. We are excited to welcome Kerri Morgan as our distinguished lecturer! OT practitioners can earn a maximum of 3.0 continuing education credits for attending the event. The event is open to OT students, alumni, fieldwork educators, practitioners, community partners and friends of Pitt OT.
Learn more and register here: https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/academics/ot/ -colloquium.

Early experiences shape brain, and our students learned this hands-on while playing the Brain Architecture Game in Psych...
03/31/2026

Early experiences shape brain, and our students learned this hands-on while playing the Brain Architecture Game in Psychosocial/Cognitive Theory and Practice taught by Kimberly Krebs OTD, OTR/L. This activity helps students apply principles of Trauma-Informed Care to deepen their understanding of development, adversity, and resilience. Who says grad school can't be fun?!

Our MS in OT students from India came together with their classmates & instructor, Associate Professor Jennifer White, t...
03/30/2026

Our MS in OT students from India came together with their classmates & instructor, Associate Professor Jennifer White, to celebrate a belated Holi . From India to Saudi Arabia, Taiwan to Kuwait — we threw colors, shared sweets, and learned the traditions of this holiday. This is what learning looks like when culture leads the way. ✨

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