WMU Department of Occupational Therapy

09/10/2026

Advocacy is an occupation and occupational therapy reaches far beyond clinic walls! Join us at the Barbara Rider Colloquium to learn from Laura Aust, OTD, OTR, on ways OT practitioners can influence policy, improve access to care, advance health equity, and create meaningful change in their communities!

📅 Friday, October 16, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
📍 WMU Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine, Kalamazoo
💰 Registration: $100
🎓 Includes lunch, parking, and 5 PDUs
*Registration closes Friday, October 2.

Register today and discover new possibilities for your OT journey! Scan the QR code or visit: https://wmich.edu/ridercolloquium

09/09/2026

Join us for an inspiring breakout session on how occupational therapy professionals can drive meaningful change beyond traditional practice settings.

“Advocacy as an Occupation: Expanding the OTP’s Role Through Leadership and Public Policy” will explore how advocacy, leadership, and public-policy engagement can improve access, equity, quality of care, and population-level outcomes.

We’re excited to welcome breakout speaker Laura Aust, OTD, OTR, Territory Director of Grassroots Advocacy for the Alzheimer’s Association and President of the Indiana Occupational Therapy Association.

📅 Friday, October 16, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
📍 WMU Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine, Kalamazoo
💰 Registration: $100
🎓 Includes lunch, parking, and 5 PDUs
*Registration closes Friday, October 2.

Register today and discover new possibilities for your OT journey! Scan the QR code or visit: https://wmich.edu/ridercolloquium

09/09/2026

OT Job opportunities in Kalamazoo, Portage, Battle Creek and Albion, MI with Senior Care Partners P.A.C.E.

Click this link to see current openings:

https://seniorcarepartnersmi.org/current-openings/

Contact Karen McKendree at Senior Care Partners P.A.C.E. (269) 888-6130 if you have questions.

Careers with Senior Care Partners PACE

09/08/2026

We’re excited to highlight one of our amazing Grand Rapids capstone students, Taylor Maysonet, who just wrapped up her 14‑week capstone experience at Balanced Babies: Little Blessings Feeding and OT.

During her time there, Taylor created “Nesting Night” — a special community event designed to bring local families together with providers who specialize in maternal and infant health. Her creativity and passion made a meaningful impact on families in our community.

Want to learn more about her project and experience? Check out the article below!

09/08/2026

Grand Rapids Clinic Supervisor Spotlight!

Say hello to Sarah— our wonderful Level I FW Clinic supervisor who brings heart, humor, and a whole lot of skill to our clinic. She collaborates with students, clients, parents, and caregivers to keep everything running smoothly and joyfully.

We’re lucky to have her leading the way!

09/08/2026

Come celebrate 50 years of CHHS with us! 💛

Join us for a special 50th Anniversary celebration right here in the College of Health and Human Services!

👉 Register for free: https://events.blackthorn.io/1I1VGoT7/4a6oRQHtRV
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09/06/2026

Are you an OTA looking to take the next step in your career - or do you know an OTA who is?

Our OTA Progression Track allows practicing OTAs with an associate degree to complete their bachelor’s degree entirely online. The coursework is specifically designed to deepen your OT knowledge and elevate your practice. The program will prepare you for graduate school, leadership positions, and more!

Join us for a live virtual information session to learn more about curriculum, flexibility, and admissions.

When: Tuesday, September 22nd at 7:00 PM EST

Register here: https://wmich.webex.com/weblink/register/rdec4b5327a62ac1dfb5ef936090abd10

Have an OTA colleague who might be interested? Tag them in the comments!

09/04/2026

Celebrate 50 years of CHHS. Join us for the Student Alumni Networking Event, Thursday, September 10 from 4-5:30pm in the beautiful atrium.
Please register ASAP here: https://events.blackthorn.io/1I1VGoT7/4a6oRQHtRV

09/04/2026

09/03/2026

A continuing education opportunity in a virtual format - four evenings in September and October.
15 Contact Hours for PDUs
Dates:
September 21st and 28th, 2026
October 5th and 12th, 2026
*Must attend all four evenings for PDU credit/certification.
Contact Sara Clark, AFWC, with any questions: [email protected]