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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Welcome Pitt’s NEW Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) student ➡️ Jojo HillmanComing from Pittsburgh, PA, Jojo is looki...
03/06/2026

Welcome Pitt’s NEW Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) student ➡️ Jojo Hillman

Coming from Pittsburgh, PA, Jojo is looking forward to eliminating environmental barriers to make the world more accessible and getting hands-on learning experience in the OTD program at Pitt.

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


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✨🏮 Our MS in OT students from Taiwan celebrated the Lantern Festival together with their peers and instructor, Program D...
03/05/2026

✨🏮 Our MS in OT students from Taiwan celebrated the Lantern Festival together with their peers and instructor, Program Director for the OT MS Program and Associate Professor Jennifer White!

They shared traditional foods, explored the fascinating evolution of Mandarin, and even practiced writing beautiful Chinese characters. Wishing everyone a bright and joyful year ahead — may your lanterns light the way! 🏮🥢

#元宵節

We’re proud to share that the Occupational Therapy Department at University of Pittsburgh will be at the American Occupa...
03/03/2026

We’re proud to share that the Occupational Therapy Department at University of Pittsburgh will be at the American Occupational Therapy Association INSPIRE conference in Anaheim this year! 🎉

You can find us in the exhibit hall at Booth #653 Thursday through Saturday.

Our faculty, students, and alumni are also excited to showcase their research, innovation, and commitment to advancing occupational therapy practice on a national stage. 💙💛 If you are an alumni presenting we'd love to learn more and share your presentation with our network (please email KAC748@pitt.edu with details)

🔗 Learn more about our presentations and involvement: https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/academics/ot/

Looking to advance your OT career on your terms? The Advanced Practice Certificate in Implementation of Evidence in Clin...
03/02/2026

Looking to advance your OT career on your terms?

The Advanced Practice Certificate in Implementation of Evidence in Clinical Practice at Pitt is designed for busy OT professionals looking to implement change:

✔️ Flexible 100% online format
🌙 Evening classes (6:00–7:30 PM)
🎓 Learn from world-class university and globally recognized leaders
🤝 Personalized career support + Pitt OT’s powerful alumni network
🏢 Eligible for tuition benefits
🚀 Complete in as little as three semesters

Take the next step—your future in OT leadership starts here!
https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/academics/ot/cscdot/ot-certificate/

The University of Pittsburgh Department of Occupational Therapy is excited to host our second Fieldwork Educator Session...
02/27/2026

The University of Pittsburgh Department of Occupational Therapy is excited to host our second Fieldwork Educator Sessions of the year – Special Fieldwork Feature: Sleep as an Occupation.

This one-hour virtual session (6–7 p.m. ET on Zoom) will highlight educational content from the Pitt OTD program and provide practical strategies to support students in addressing how to implement interventions related to sleep during fieldwork.
✔ Earn 1 professional development contact hour
✔ Designed for fieldwork educators
✔ Practical, student-focused content

To learn more or to register: https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/academics/ot/

Save the Date for the Pitt OT Spring Colloquium on Tuesday April 28 from 3:00-6:00 p.m. OT practitioners can earn a maxi...
02/26/2026

Save the Date for the Pitt OT Spring Colloquium on Tuesday April 28 from 3:00-6:00 p.m. 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://pitt.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eza4B1D8T3SiI7zpz7zA8A #/registration

Celebrating Saudi Founding Day ✨ Our MS in OT students from Saudi Arabia proudly shared their rich heritage with fellow ...
02/23/2026

Celebrating Saudi Founding Day ✨

Our MS in OT students from Saudi Arabia proudly shared their rich heritage with fellow international students and their instructor, Associate Professor Jennifer White, through a vibrant presentation, complete with traditional Saudi coffee and delicious food. A beautiful day of cultural exchange and unity! ☕

Celebrating the power of generosity and student excellence 💙At the University of Pittsburgh School of Health and Rehabil...
02/20/2026

Celebrating the power of generosity and student excellence 💙

At the University of Pittsburgh School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, donor support during Pitt Day of Giving makes a real impact—helping occupational therapy students thrive academically, pursue meaningful opportunities, and step confidently into their futures as clinicians.

From scholarship recognition to funding for fieldwork, certifications, and outreach, these awards from the Department of Occupational Therapy empower students to focus on what matters most: making a difference in the lives of others.

Every gift fuels the next generation of leaders in care, advocacy, and innovation. Together with University of Pittsburgh supporters, we’re investing in students who will shape the future of occupational therapy.

Congratulations to the awardees for all of their hard work and dedication!

✨ Make an impact. Support a future OT today.

Joan C. Rogers Occupational Therapy Award — Sarah Schreiber

Caroline Robinson Brayley Student Enrichment Award — Clara Angioletti

Award of Professional Excellence — Rhonda Rinicella

Read the full story here: https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/story/your-gift-matters-pdog-occupational-therapy/

Donate to Pitt OT for Pitt Day of Giving here: https://pittdayofgiving.com/campaigns/occupational-therapy-department

Bringing expert insights to the classroom! 💡 Mahomoud Alshaikh, an MS in OT student and an Occupational Therapist with 8...
02/20/2026

Bringing expert insights to the classroom! 💡

Mahomoud Alshaikh, an MS in OT student and an Occupational Therapist with 8 years of experience in hand therapy, led an incredible session on the complexities of upper limb amputations. He shared a comprehensive overview of the vital role OTs play in rehabilitation, prosthetic training, and helping patients regain independence. 🦾✨

Way to go Mahomoud! You make us Pitt proud.

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