Class
of
2025
MASTER OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Hooding Ceremony
FRIDAY, AUGUST 8, 2025
3:30 PM
MCAFEE CONCERT HALL
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE
Ceremony Program
PROCESSIONAL
INVOCATION
Kristen Gentz, MSOT Class of 2025
WELCOME
Dr Sharrel Pinto, PhD Dean College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
HOODING
Dr. LaRae Murray, OTD, Dr. Amanda Satcher, OTD, and Dr. Katy Schmidt, OTD School of Occupational Therapy Assistant Professors
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST PLEDGE
Dr Allison Koch, EdD Vice Chair School of Occupational Therapy
SCHOOL OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY AWARDS
Dr Missy Bryan, OTD Master of Occupational Therapy Program Director
BENEDICTION
Mackenna Butler MSOT Class of 2025
RECESSIONAL
Please join us for a reception in the McWhorter Hall lobby immediately following the ceremony
Photography by Joseph Howell
MASTER OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY CLASS OF 2025
Ashten Bailey
Anna Barrow⧫
Ashley Burgess
Mackenna Butler⧫
Macy Burk Climaco ⧫
Rylee Counce
Stephanie Dalton
Siobhan Decker
Kristin Gentz
Zach George
Reagan Hinsley
Claire Holsapple
Kae Lynn Hoyt
Hannah Kelley
MaKenzie Kirkendall
Memrie Laney⧫
Vans Sandro Marhone
Maegan Mathis
Laura Molden
Haley McCann⧫
Britney Newman
Katy Paolucci⧫
Molly Parker
Karly Phipps
Lacey Roberson
Savana Kayte Rhinehart⧫
John Roach
Autumn Shaarda⧫
Nicholas Shahmohammadi
Morgan Shobe⧫
Jonathan Smith
Tasha Streitmatter⧫
Zoe Tanner
Melody Allison Taylor
Mariah Tharpe⧫
Andrea Thompson
Constance Toliver
Lindsay Villarreal
Jessica Faith Yang
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST PLEDGE
In the belief that all human beings are unique and have potentials to be realized, I pledge myself to the conscientious and judicial practice of my profession.
I solemnly declare that I will hold and keep inviolate whatever I may learn of the lives of my clients, and be an active advocate for their right to live full and meaningful lives.
Seeking to serve and be cognizant of the need to maintain my competence, I will strive to continue my professional growth. To this end, that my work may be successful, I will strive for greater knowledge, skill, understanding, and compassion in the discharge of my duties.
It is with dignity and pride that I prepare to join my colleagues in occupational therapy, and pledge to uphold the integrity of our profession, to the greater good of all we serve.
Thank You
On behalf of the Belmont University School of Occupational Therapy, we extend our sincere appreciation for your enduring support. To our graduates, your commitment, passion, and resilience inspire us daily. To the families and friends who have stood by their side, your unwavering support has been a cornerstone of their success. Together, you’ve made our academic community more dynamic and vibrant. We are grateful for the opportunity to be a part of your incredible journey!