College of Health Professions Briefs SGAEC Honors COHP Faculty James Lewis, PhD, (top, right) assistant professor in the Department of Audiology and Speech Pathology, and Linda Ross, MS, (bottom, left) associate professor in the Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, were among recipients of the Student Government Association Executive Council (SGAEC) Excellence in Teaching Awards in 2017.
Blog Star A blog started in 2011 by Anne Zachry, PhD, OTR/L, chair and assistant professor in the Occupational Therapy Department, has been recognized by Feedspot as one of the top 12 pediatric OT blogs. Dr. Zachry’ “Pediatric Occupational Therapy Tips,” drzachryspedsottips. blogspot.com provides information on a variety of topics, including sensory processing, fine motor skills, handwriting, and evidencebased occupational therapy practice.
A Warm Welcome The College of Health Professions rolled out the welcome mat on February 23 with its annual Open House. The event, held this year in the Student-Alumni Center on the Memphis campus, allows potential students and parents the opportunity to learn about health professions and career opportunities, get information about specific programs offered in the college, speak to faculty, tour teaching labs, and meet representatives from the university’s financial aid and admissions offices.
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