Concordia University Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Department

10/15/2026

Excited to see all the CUW representation at conference this year!!

Meet one of our amazing sponsors! 👋

Concordia University is showing up for Wisconsin OTs in a big way, and we couldn't be more grateful.

The mission of Concordia University’s Master of Occupational Therapy program is to positively impact communities by developing Christ-centered occupational therapists who empower others to reach their highest potential through leadership, best practice, advocacy, and innovation.

Find them at the WOTA Annual Conference on October 23rd at Carroll University. See you there! 🎉

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10/15/2026

Learning together to better serve our communities! 💙💛

Our third-semester occupational therapy students joined students from Nursing, CUW Speech-Language Pathology, Medical Imaging , Social Work, and Athletic Training for the Community Action Poverty Simulation, an interprofessional education experience.

Working together in simulated “families,” students navigated a month of life at or near the poverty level—balancing work, childcare, finances, and social services while facing limited resources, unexpected life events, and systemic barriers.

Developed by the Missouri Community Action Network, this simulation encourages participants to rethink the daily challenges experienced by individuals living in poverty. Through collaboration and reflection, students explored how interconnected challenges can affect access to healthcare and participation in daily life.

Experiences like this help prepare future healthcare professionals to provide compassionate, collaborative care that considers the whole person. 💙

10/13/2026

So proud of our alum, Dr. Madeline Pertle who is presenting at this year’s Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Association conference!!! Way to go Maddie!

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Madeline Pertle, OTD, OTR

Meet one of our incredible presenters! Dr. Pertle will be sharing Advocating for a Sensory Room to Support Students with Autism in Schools at the 2026 WOTA Annual Conference.

When asked what she’s most looking forward to, she said: “Connecting with fellow OTs, sharing my passion for the field, and soaking up all of the knowledge I can as a new grad!”

We love that energy, Dr. Pertle! 🎓 See you October 23rd at Carroll University.

10/13/2026

🎓 Ready to take the next step in your Occupational Therapy career?

💙💛 Concordia University Wisconsin is NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for FALL 2027!

Are you an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) looking to advance your education and become a Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR)?

Our OTA-to-OT Bridge Program is designed for working professionals who are ready to build on their experience, expand their opportunities, and take the next step in their OT journey!

✨ Build on your OTA knowledge and clinical experience

✨ Enjoy a flexible learning format designed for working professionals

✨ Advance your education while preparing for new opportunities in occupational therapy

🚀 Your next chapter starts here!

📲 Scan the QR code in the graphic or apply today:

👉 https://apply.cuw.edu/portal/apply?cmd=0&site=cuw

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09/16/2026

Our Student OT Association representing occupational therapy at the CUW Mental Health fair. Sharing a gratitude tree and strategies for resilience 💚

09/04/2026

Friday Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Annie Martin! She's our queen of gerontology!

09/02/2026

Several occupational therapy faculty were trained in the post-implant therapy protocol for Vivistim clients. Recent AHA guidelines for stroke rehab include paired VNS as best practice for UE rehab for individuals with chronic stroke impairments. Excited to be able to offer this intervention at our Interprofessional Clinic at Concordia University Wisconsin!

08/28/2026

Friday Faculty Spotlight!!!
First up, our beloved Dr. Mike Borst! Thank you for all you pour into the Occupational Therapy department Dr. Borst 👏

08/18/2026

We get extra twinning when admissions gives out t-shirts! I love that I come to work somewhere where my co-workers laugh and have fun with me. This truly makes work full of joy and our team feels like a second family! Thanks for being my work-twin Stacey!

07/11/2026

! We are so excited to start using our new driving simulator from Virtual Driver Interactive in classes and our community clinic! Here's a sneak peak: https://lnkd.in/gJn9dWCc Have you included driving as part of your occupational therapy practice? What are your favorite tools and interventions?

Thankful to Dr. Annie Martin and Dr. Meghan Watry Christian for exploring ways to integrate this tool in our curriculum. Also, shout out to students Anna, Natalie, and Brekkon for helping with the blog post!

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