NYU Steinhardt - Department of Occupational Therapy

NYU Steinhardt - Department of Occupational Therapy For past, current, and future students of NYU Steinhardt Department of Occupational Therapy (and OT

Since 1940, the Department of Occupational Therapy in New York University's Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development has been committed to educating clinical and academic leaders in the field of occupational therapy. We are ranked in the top 10 of OT programs in the country and strive to offer a dynamic, student centered, experiential learning environment from top faculty in their respective fields.

We are pleased to share that Associate Professor Gerald Voelbel has been awarded the 2026 NYU Excellence in Academic A...
05/26/2026

We are pleased to share that Associate Professor Gerald Voelbel has been awarded the 2026 NYU Excellence in Academic Advising Award!

The award was established to honor outstanding academic advisors who embody the values that govern the university's Academic Advising Framework: connectivity, inclusivity, and a holistic approach to supporting students that empowers them to reach their full potential.

We are pleased to share that Clinical Assistant Professor Lisa Raymond-Tolan is part of a team that has been awarded ...
05/18/2026

We are pleased to share that Clinical Assistant Professor Lisa Raymond-Tolan is part of a team that has been awarded a 2026 Renée Fleming Neuroarts Investigator Award with collaborators Julie Meslin and Marilena Marchetti! The project explores whether filmmaking can be used to help develop executive function, fine motor skills, and social-emotional learning for children in school-based occupational therapy.

Learn more about Dr. Raymond-Tolan’s work at: https://steinhardt.nyu.edu/news/ots-lisa-raymond-tolan-receives-renee-fleming-neuroarts-investigator-award

Join at our upcoming info sessions! Register to learn about the strength and uniqueness of NYU's Entry-Level Doctoral ...
05/15/2026

Join at our upcoming info sessions! Register to learn about the strength and uniqueness of NYU's Entry-Level Doctoral (EL-OTD) program at https://shorturl.at/ExTD2

Please join us in congratulating Brett Landin for being selected as the 2026 NYU Steinhardt Department Banner Bearer! Th...
05/12/2026

Please join us in congratulating Brett Landin for being selected as the 2026 NYU Steinhardt Department Banner Bearer! This honor is awarded to a graduating graduate student who demonstrates spirit through leadership and academic excellence throughout their academic journey.

During her time at , Brett demonstrated a commitment to inclusive, equitable practice both inside and outside the clinic. Under the mentorship of Dr. Amy Hurst, she collaborated on designing a multimodal sensory environment for the Intrepid Museum, applying principles of sensory integration and universal design to create accessible experiences across abilities and ages. She also conducted undergraduate research under Dr. Sharon Cermak, examining handwriting development in children with dyspraxia, DCD, and autism. Beyond clinical work, Brett actively fundraises for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital through music performance and has pursued advanced certifications in hand splinting and pelvic floor rehabilitation.

We are so proud to present Brett with this honor and look forward to celebrating the meaningful contributions she will bring to the field of occupational therapy!

Please join us in congratulating Isabel De Los Santos for being selected as the recipient of the 2026 Letha Hurd Morgan ...
05/12/2026

Please join us in congratulating Isabel De Los Santos for being selected as the recipient of the 2026 Letha Hurd Morgan Award! This honor is presented to one undergraduate and one graduate student in recognition of outstanding scholastic attainment and service to their department and School.

During her time at , Isabel demonstrated these critically important values time and time again. In her role as the Co-President of the COTAD NYU Chapter, Isabel organized events addressing occupational injustice and racial inequities, including a celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month event. Isabel also led and facilitated faculty Q&A sessions spotlighting the intersection of culture, race, and OT practice. She was inducted into Pi Theta Epsilon, serving as Secretary, and helped lead NYU to rank 4th nationally in St. Catherine's challenge fundraiser for OT research. Isabel has also mentored incoming NYU OT students, and leads weekly group discussions for middle and high schoolers in the Washington Heights community on mental health, emotional regulation, and leadership.

We are incredibly proud to present her with this well-deserved honor, and cannot wait to see all that she accomplishes in occupational therapy!

Please join us in congratulating Caroline Norwood for being selected as the recipient of the 2026 Samuel Eshborn Service...
05/12/2026

Please join us in congratulating Caroline Norwood for being selected as the recipient of the 2026 Samuel Eshborn Service Award! First awarded in 1950, this honor is presented to graduating graduate students in recognition of superlative and extraordinary service, exhibiting the value of strong leadership in school activities in NYU Steinhardt.

During her time at , Caroline served as the Social Chair for her cohort and assisted in planning many student events including Friendsgivings, game nights, and post-exam celebrations. She participated in the Department’s OT buddies program, which encourages collaboration and support among the NYU OT student cohorts by offering academic advice and emotional support. She was also inducted into Phi Theta Epsilon, the National Honor Society for Occupational Therapy students. Beyond the classroom, Caroline combined her OT education with her yoga teacher certification to offer accessible yoga classes to her community, raised funds for the Chicago Parks Foundation, and spent a summer in Panama volunteering to lead daily yoga and meditation sessions.

We are very proud to honor Caroline with this graduation award, and look forward to seeing how her leadership will grow in the OT field!

✨ Big milestone moment! ✨Our entry-level doctoral students presented their capstone project implementation plans to peer...
05/06/2026

✨ Big milestone moment! ✨

Our entry-level doctoral students presented their capstone project implementation plans to peers and faculty this week, marking the culmination of three semesters of dedicated work. From needs assessments to program development and evaluation planning, they’ve built strong projects—and meaningful community partnerships through ongoing visits to their capstone experience sites.

Next up: Fieldwork Level II, then their capstone experiences in Spring 2027

They’re ready to bring their work to life—we can’t wait to see their impact! 💡

🎉 Congratulations to faculty members Dr. Alison Rangel, Dr. Tripta Velamoor, and Dr. Sinead Harrington on completing t...
05/05/2026

🎉 Congratulations to faculty members Dr. Alison Rangel, Dr. Tripta Velamoor, and Dr. Sinead Harrington on completing their 18-month journey with the Early Career Faculty Institute (ECFI)!

The ECFI, part of NYU’s Center for Faculty Advancement, is a mentorship program designed to support faculty in their first three years—making this an incredible milestone.

Here’s to continued professional growth and impact! 👏

Professor Thomas Mtonga, a professor of Special Education at the University of Zambia, visited the department to speak...
05/04/2026

Professor Thomas Mtonga, a professor of Special Education at the University of Zambia, visited the department to speak on Fulbright opportunities and his experiences as the first disabled Zambian scholar to participate in the program. His visit was sponsored by the Fulbright Outreach Lecturing Fund, received by Associate Professor Janet Njelesani.

The Department of Occupational Therapy at NYU is thrilled to have been so strongly represented by our faculty, students,...
05/01/2026

The Department of Occupational Therapy at NYU is thrilled to have been so strongly represented by our faculty, students, and alumni at the 2026 Inspire Conference in Anaheim. We are especially proud to congratulate Dr. Kristie K. Patten on her induction to the American Occupational Therapy Foundation's (AOTF) Academy of Research for the year of 2026!

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