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First Occupational Science PhD Graduates Return to UNC as Mitchell Symposium Keynote Presenters
Rebecca Aldrich, PhD, OTR/L, and Antoine Bailliard, PhD, OTR/L, were the first two graduates of the Occupational Science PhD program in 2011. In the years since, both have embarked upon impactful careers involving research, teaching and both clinical and community practice. Aldrich and Bailliard returned to UNC-Chapel Hill to deliver a keynote presentation for the … Read more
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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
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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
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Hear from second-year student Kendyl Cole.
Featured Student
Learn about occupational science from current student Ryan Lavalley.