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NAU Occupational Therapy Program

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The fully accredited NAU Doctor of OT degree is the only public and non-profit graduate program in the Southwest United States. NAU OT provides contemporary practice content and instructional approaches to prepare graduates to be leading, competent occupational therapy practitioners as practice-scholars and advance the profession’s knowledge and practice to improve the quality of life supporting i

ndividual self-efficacy and sustainable communities across a variety of health conditions and contexts.

05/02/2026

We all know it—that iconic backdrop.

05/01/2026

NAU Giving Day is TODAY — May 1!

Join us in supporting NAU Occupational Therapy students and help create opportunities that elevate every student’s experience. A gift of any size makes a meaningful impact.

This year, your support benefits three important funds:

💙Occupational Therapy Student Support Fund – Created in memory of Emily (Burkert) Rocha, Class of 2022, this fund honors her legacy of compassion by supporting OT students facing unexpected challenges or emergencies.

💛Occupational Therapy Leadership Fellowship – Expands access to leadership development, including opportunities for students to present at local, state, and national conferences.

💙Occupational Therapy Student Practice‑Scholar Grant Fund – Provides grants to support scholarly and professional expenses related to Practice Scholar Apprenticeship projects.

Donate via the link in our bio and select your preferred fund from the dropdown.

You can also help by sharing this post and spreading the word to fellow Lumberjacks.

Thank you for championing the next generation of occupational therapists.

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04/30/2026

We are beyond thrilled to welcome Cohort 2026 into the profession. Tomorrow, our students wrap up their academic journey with Capstone Day, where they present their contemporary clinical topics, practice‑scholarship apprenticeship, and capstone experience and project.

Let’s cheer on Cohort 2026 as they prepare for their Capstone Day. Swipe to see their capstone experience and project titles.

04/17/2026

Huge shoutout to our faculty member Dr. Jess Salyers, and to occupational therapist and researcher Dr. Emily Rich, along with our Cohort 2027 hybrid OT students, for leading the redesign of the 2025 AZ Summit case.

The AZ Summit is an annual interprofessional education event held on the Phoenix Bioscience Core campus that brings students from multiple health professions together to strengthen communication, teamwork, and understanding of each provider’s role in patient‑centered care. This year’s redesigned case centered on complex conditions including EDS, MCAS, and POTS, with expert providers from OT, PT, PA, Nursing, and Counseling contributing to create a meaningful, outcomes‑driven learning experience.

Read the full story in our bio.

04/15/2026

The one‑week countdown to Inspire is on!

We are excited to learn, grow, and connect as we come together to celebrate our profession. If you will be at the conference, be sure to check out the NAU presentations featuring our faculty, students, and alumni.

See you in Anaheim!

04/12/2026

So much love and appreciation for our faculty and staff!

Thank you for challenging us, supporting us, and believing in us. Happy OT Month! 💙💛

02/24/2026

Day in the life of an NAU OT student—reality TV style 🤩

01/23/2026

🚨2319 ALERT! 🚨 When contamination risk shows up, our students suit up like pros! PPE is not just a costume—it is critical for safety, infection control, and protecting everyone in the clinic.

Self-care tip for this weekend: Bring out your inner child and watch Monsters, Inc.—because even adults need a little laughter and nostalgia!

SelfCareSaturday

01/20/2026

Dr. Ivy and Dr. Bachman at the Annual Meeting!

They presented research, learned from experts, and connected with colleagues to advance hand and upper extremity care.

01/12/2026

Seats for our Fall 2026 start date are officially filled! 🎉
We are so thrilled to welcome 80 future OTs to both our in-person and hybrid learning options. Thank you to everyone who applied and shared interest in our program—what an incredible admissions cycle!

For prospective students looking to start in Fall 2027 or beyond, we encourage you to attend a future Virtual Open House to learn more about our community, curriculum, and admissions process.

Virtual Open House Dates:

Thursday, January 29 | 12 PM – 1 PM (AZ time)
Wednesday, February 25 | 4 PM – 5 PM (AZ time)
Tuesday, March 24 | 12 PM – 1 PM (AZ time)
Monday, April 20 | 4 PM – 5 PM (AZ time)

Link in bio to register for open houses.

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12/15/2025

Press play to hear what brought our students joy!

This semester was not without obstacles, but you proved that even in the hardest moments, joy can shine through. Joy in learning, in connecting, and in discovering your strength and purpose.

Every challenge and every fun moment was a step toward becoming the OT you are meant to be. Keep moving forward with confidence—the next chapter holds even more growth and opportunity.

Enjoy this well-deserved break and come back ready for an amazing year ahead. We will see you in 2026! 💙💛

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NAU, Phoenix Biomedical Campus, 435 N 5th Street
Phoenix, AZ

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(602) 827-2450

Website

https://nau.edu/occupational-therapy/

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