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Read the full story Prof Emerita Judith Friedland in
The Varsity's Spotlight “Do no harm” are the first words that come to Dr. Judith Friedland’s mind when asked about the role of universities in student mental health.

Prof. Friedland sat down with The Varsity to talk about her research, her time at U of T, and how both relate to student mental health. Read more Prof Nick Reed on Treating Pediatric Concussions:
No more 'bedroom jail' Children and youth who experience concussions shouldn’t be limited to bed rest for weeks after they are injured...We now know that complete rest for too long after a concussion does more harm than good. Read more Prof. Emily Nalder Receives Canada Research Chair
in Resiliency and Rehabilitation Prof. Emily Nalder explores the role of resiliency in university students experiencing mental health concerns. “Resiliency is about doing well and how you adapt to life challenges, the idea that good things or positive things can come about through adversity or challenge,” says Nalder. Click for full story and photos 2019 OS&OT Graduate Student Research Day The OS&OT Graduate Student Research Day took place on June 26 at the Bahen Centre for Information Technology at the University of Toronto. Congratulations to our Year 2 students who successfully presented their research projects, and to this year's award winners! Leadership Rehab Rounds

Announcing the bi-weekly Leadership Rehab Rounds: An opportunity for students, postdoctoral researchers, faculty and invited experts to share research and foster collaborations.

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Message from the Interim Chair

Photo of Prof. Deirdre DawsonI am delighted to welcome you to the Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy at the University of Toronto, Founded in 1918, our vibrant Department is an exciting place to learn and practice the knowledge, attributes and skills of the profession of occupational therapy that will lead to an MScOT degree.

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2019 g’OT’ Spirit Challenge

Hey everyone, U of T’s MScOT students put together this hilarious video for the 2019 “gOT Spirit” Challenge. Look for U of T’s submission and vote at https://www.facebook.com/pg/ThegOTspiritchallenge/posts/ .  Voting closes on November 4. **votes on YouTube are not counted**

Student Profiles

Photo of Tsering Wangmo, Class of 2018

What got you interested in occupational therapy? As a Tibetan Canadian, I was raised to strive for compassion by developing genuine sympathy for the suffering of others and the will to help remove their pain. I decided to pursue Occupational Therapy (OT) because compassion was... Read more →

Tsering Wangmo, Class of 2018

What got you interested in occupational therapy? I became interested in occupational therapy because of my personal experience living with chronic pain. In my second year of undergraduate studies, I was not able to function properly due to pain. I saw a lot of healthcare professionals,... Read more →

Lauren Stacey, Class of 2018

OS&OT News

Prof. Susan Rappolt, OSOT’s newest Honourary Life Member

November 15, 2019

Congratulations to Prof. Susan Rappolt, recipient of the 2019 Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists Honourary Life Membership Award. “The Society’s most valued award recognizes and honours an individual who has rendered distinguished and longstanding service... Read more →

Occupational Therapy Alumna Gives Back, Supporting Research in Workplace Mental Health

June 18, 2019

For Emily Geldsaler Grant (Dip OT ’47), using her occupational therapy training from the University of Toronto to help soldiers returning from World War II to adjust to life was a privilege she recalls to this day.... Read more →

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Prof. Alex Mihailidis appointed Associate VP, International Partnerships

May 21, 2019

Alex Mihailidis, a leading researcher in intelligent health systems and the use of technology to help older adults, has been appointed associate vice-president, international partnerships at the University of Toronto. In his new role, Mihailidis... Read more →

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