A Successful Inclusive Nature Play Day

CoNHP Sim Lab

On June 7, 2023, the Valparaiso University Occupational Therapy Program hosted our first Inclusive Nature Play Day, in collaboration with the Indiana Children and Nature Network. The event was open children and adults of all abilities, and 24 children and 10 caregivers attended the event. We were thrilled to have wonderful weather and a great […]

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Occupational Engagement in Northwest Indiana

Valparaiso Occupational Therapy’s mission and vision both emphasize the importance of being connected to the local community. Northwest Indiana (NWI) provides a numerous opportunities to students, related to both their education and their time outside of coursework. There are a variety of occupations, activities that people do everyday to give their life meaning, available to […]

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Valparaiso Occupational Therapy supports the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)

The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) is the professional organization for occupational therapy. AOTA represents more than 230,000 occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and occupational therapy students in the United States and beyond, to advance occupational therapy practice, education, and research. Membership in AOTA is voluntary, but Valparaiso Occupational Therapy supports student and professional membership […]

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Meet our OT Faculty

Valparaiso Occupational Therapy is thrilled to be starting our program with experienced and well-respected faculty. Today we are featuring Program Director Dr. Story and Clinical Associate Professor Dr. Carroll. Both are well recognized for their contributions to occupational therapy. Dr. Sara Story earned a Bachelor of Science in Health Science and a Masters of Occupational […]

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