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Faculty Five: Q&A with Dr. Vanessa Jewell

Vanessa Jewell, PhD, is an associate professor in the Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy. Dr. Jewell shares insight into her areas of research, reflections on her journey within OS/OT and her time at UNC in this Faculty Five feature. 1. What is your primary area of research interest? I utilize community-engagement research methods … Read more
Alumni Feature: Stephanie Bristol, MS, PhD, OTR/L

Dr. Stephanie Bristol, a 2023 graduate of the Doctoral program in Occupational Science at UNC, has always had a passion for caring for and working with animals. She grew up on a farm and is the daughter of two veterinarians who introduced her to a variety of pets and horseback riding at an early age. … Read more
OS/OT Faculty and Students Present at NCOTA 2023

The North Carolina Occupational Therapy Association (NCOTA) will host its annual conference November 3-5, 2023. This year, UNC Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy faculty and students will be on-site in Salisbury, NC to present the below topics. Master’s in OT students will also be in attendance to present their research posters. UNC OS/OT looks forward … Read more