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In this episode, we welcomed Nicole Saad (nicole.e.saad@gmail.com ), the Health Science Representative of the Sargent Alumni Association Board and a registered nurse at Massachusettes General Hospital. She shared her experience being on the alumni board and her career. About Nicole: Nicole graduated with a Bachelor of Science in health science. As an undergraduate, she worked as an aide at the BU Physical Therapy Center and continued to work as an administrator at the clinic after graduation. She graduated from nursing school at the MGH Institution of Health Professions and is currently a registered nurse on an inpatient floor at Massachusetts General Hospital. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

In this episode, we welcomed Courtney Joly-Lowdermilk (cjoly@bu.edu), the program director of NITEO (a Latin word meaning “to thrive.”) at the Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation (CPR) at Boston University. She shared how CPR helps students and beyond with mental health and her experience in disability services in higher education. About NITEO: NITEO is an intensive, one-semester program supporting young adults who live with a mental health condition to develop wellness tools, academic skills, resilience, and work-readiness. Since its inception in 2014, hundreds of students have graduated from the program and moved on to thrive in higher education and meaningful work. The NITEO curriculum provides students with opportunities to: Practice and develop wellness and resiliency skills to help them live well at school and work. Examine their educational, vocational, and social strengths and values. Develop an individualized path to choose, get and keep the valued roles of their choice. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

In this episode, we welcomed Kristina Lentz Capano(klcapano@bu.edu), the Assistant Dean for Development & Alumni Relations at Sargent College. As a fundraising professional, Kristina shared her love and passion for raising money for those in need. She also introduced the Sargent Cares Emergency Fund, a special fund to support students and the college during the COVID-19 crisis. Check out more about the Sargent Cares Emergency Fund. About Kristina Lentz Capano: Lentz Capano has been a fundraising professional for more than 25 years, focusing on major gifts from individuals. Starting her career as part of Campaign UMass, her alma mater, she has worked at various institutions of higher education throughout New England including Colby College, The University of Maine, UConn School of Law, and Harvard Medical School. Most recently, she served as the Director of Capital & Leadership Giving at Pine Street Inn, the largest private homeless shelter and provider of affordable housing services in New England. Lentz Capano is also an Executive Coach, receiving her certificate from William James College. She serves on the Board of Directors as the Immediate Past President of the Massachusetts Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and oversees nominating as well as all of the educational programming for the Chapter. She is a frequent speaker at professional development programs sponsored by CASE, WID and AFP. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

In this episode, we welcomed Sherry Kolodziejczak, a Sargent alumni and an occupational therapist based in Huntsville, Alabama. As the leader of multiple interdisciplinary teams, Sherry shared tips on how to understand and embrace team dynamics. As the recipient of the Women Honoring Women Award, she also talked about some of her projects in the local community. Congratulations to Sherry for receiving the Women Honoring Women Award for the second time! About Sherry: Sherry Kolodziejczak is currently Director of Therapy Services/Cardiac Rehab/ALS Care Clinic at Crestwood Medical Center in Huntsville, AL. She speaks and presents workshops on COPD, stroke and head injury rehabilitation, ALS, seating and wheelchair mobility, aging in place, community mobility, caregiving, coding and reimbursement, and Parkinson’s/MS adaption and treatment. Her volunteer work includes serving as the Vice President of the ALSA Board of Directors, and as a member of the MS Community Board, MS Clinical Advisory Board, Parkinson’s Support Community Board and Share the Care Committee, and local initiatives for GBS/CIDP. She also serves as the AARP Driver Safety National Coordinator, and AARP Driver Safety State Coordinator for Alabama, and is a member of the AARP Alabama Executive Council. She has received the Alabama Occupational Therapist of the Year Award, and the Eric Obermann Humanitarian Award, and she was recognized as an honoree for Women Honoring Women. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

In this episode, we welcomed Natalia Lopez (natalial@bu.edu), a Sargent alumni board member and a clinical trial specialist. She shares the role clinical trial plays in the FDA approval process and her perspectives on the COVID vaccine. As an alumni board member, Natalia also provided professional advice on networking and job hunting. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

In this episode, we welcomed Kirsten Peterson Beshay (kirstenbeshay@gmail.com), an occupational therapist in the Sargent post-professional occupational therapy doctoral program. As an ergonomic consultant, Kirsten shared her advice on how to adjust the equipment and settings in an irregular workplace to prioritize personal health during the pandemic. She also talked about her doctoral project, an online course that helps bridge the gap between ergonomics and occupational therapy. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

In this episode, we welcomed Hannah Gay, a third-year student in the Doctor of Physical Therapy(DPT) program at Sargent College. She is also a social media work-study student and has been managing Sargent College's social media accounts for the past couple of years. Hannah shared her experience with social media and how it has aided Sargent College’s operations. Check out Sargent College DPT program’s official social media accounts. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

Happy holidays! In this episode, we welcomed Dara L’Italien, a lecturer at Sargent College. With clinical experience at the Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, she specializes in prosthetics after the Boston Marathon Bombing. As a physical therapist, she shares how she has helped patients to deal with internal and external stressors after amputation and recommendations on how to get in the field of prosthetics. Here are some resources if you are interested in getting into the field: This is a link for the Orthotics and Prosthetics Activities Foundation. Unfortunately, they were impacted by COVID-19 and have decided to go into “dormancy” until after the global pandemic has passed. This is a wonderful foundation that sponsors lots of adaptive recreational activities nationwide to help get folks “back on their feet” and resuming activities like dancing, swimming, diving, rock climbing, etc. AmpSurf is another fantastic organization that promotes Surf therapy and other outdoor activities. They have a few “clinics” here on the east coast, but they also sponsor activities nationwide. The Amputee Coalition is a great resource for people with amputations and for clinicians who want to help this community. They oversee peer mentorship programs and provide a lot of education on many issues that face persons with amputations. They also hold a yearly conference which is open to people with limb loss, their families, and health care providers. For clinicians looking to expand their knowledge about prosthetics, I would also suggest people to look into the continuing education provided by many of the prosthetic technology companies such as Ossur and Ottobock. I would also follow Bob Gailey, who is a PT specializing in prosthetics. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

In this episode, we welcomed Emma Burke, a Health Science student at Sargent College. As a senior at Kilachand Honors College, Emma introduced her ongoing Keystone Project: I’m Just Like You, a children’s book on epilepsy featuring Kelly, a koala bear from Australia. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

In this episode, we welcomed Erin Riley (erileypt@bu.edu), a Physical Therapy Professor at Sargent College. With years of teaching and clinical experience, Professor Riley became interested in the concept of conflict and conflict resolution in real life. As a critical health worker during the pandemic, she introduced the concept of positive conflicts, the power of role models and conflict resolution in the context of COVID and how to develop conflict resolution skills in healthcare. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

In this episode, we welcomed Gael Orsmond, a Sargent Professor and the Director of Families and Autism Research Lab at Sargent. Professor Orsmond shared two of her ongoing studies on understanding how the family and the school system could influence the well-being of young adults and adolescents on the autism spectrum. About Families and Autism Research Lab at Sargent: Research in the Families and Autism Research Lab (FAR) Lab focuses on contextual aspects of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) across the life course, such as family relationships, friendships, and social and community participation, especially during the transition from adolescence to adulthood. Currently, we are conducting two studies. The ROAD Ahead Study is funded by the U.S. Department of Education’s Institute of Education Sciences (IES). This study focuses on the interventions and supports provided to diploma track high school students on the autism spectrum, and how they learn to manage the responsibilities of adulthood. For information about this study, please contact us at buroad@bu.edu. Siblings FORWARD is funded by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). We are working with service providers, adult siblings, and adults with autism to develop a new program to help adult siblings become more involved with their families to plan for the future when they have a brother or sister on the autism spectrum. For more information about this study, please contact us at forward@bu.edu. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

In this episode, we welcomed Assistant Professor at BU Sargent College Deepak Kumar. As the Director of Movement & Applied Imaging Lab, Professor Kumar explained the condition of osteoarthritis, and the lab’s research on the disorder, during the COVID-19 pandemic. He also provided constructive advice to students who are interested in such research. About the Movement & Applied Imaging Lab: The Movement & Applied Imaging Lab is directed by Dr. Deepak Kumar. The Lab is a trans-disciplinary collaboration with the objective of preventing and managing musculoskeletal disorders, primarily osteoarthritis. We use state-of-the-art technologies to study the quality and quantity of movement during daily activities, and its effects on the health of cartilage, muscle, bone, etc.  This information helps us identify risk factors for hip and knee osteoarthritis.  Specific populations that may be at-risk include athletes with femoroacetabular impingement at the hip, ACL tears, meniscus injuries, and older adults with obesity, and women. Our goal is to develop novel strategies to prevent and manage the disability associated with hip and knee osteoarthritis.  The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

In this episode, we welcomed Sargent Professor Susan McGurk. She introduced her work at the BU Sargent’s Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation, where she focuses on using cognitive enhancement to aid people with mental illness in the workplace. About Professor McGurk: Susan R. McGurk, Ph.D. (mcgurk@bu.edu), a neuropsychologist, is Professor of Occupational Therapy and a member of the Center of Psychiatric Rehabilitation at Boston University. Her research has addressed the role of illness-related cognitive impairments in employment outcomes in persons with severe mental illness. McGurk and colleagues have developed the Thinking Skills for Work Program, a multi-component cognitive remediation program combining computer practice of cognitive skills and the teaching of self-management strategies in order to optimize cognitive and work functioning in persons receiving vocational rehabilitation services. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

In this episode, we welcomed Sargent Clinical Assistant Professor Leanne Yinusa Nyahkoon and members of the Gabby team, Juliette Pluviose-Philip, Abby Williams, and Kylie Woodall. They introduced Gabby, a Virtual Assistant that helps African American women with prenatal care. As Gabby celebrates her tenth birthday, our speaker shared how Gabby takes social media and her next steps. About Gabby: Gabby emulates the face-to-face conversational behavior of an emphatic clinician, including nonverbal communicative behavior such as gaze, posture, and hand gestures to deliver patient education messages tailored to individual needs, assess patient comprehension, and record progress. Check out Gabby’s Twitter! The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

In this episode, we welcomed a record-breaking group of 6 guests, the Peer Mentoring Research Team at Boston University — Alix Herer, Tara Loeper, Marianne, Jesse Corey, Timur Gizatullin and Ariel Schwartz (aeschwar@bu.edu). About the Peer Mentoring Research Team: We are the Peer Mentoring Research Team at Boston University. We are researchers who help individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and mental health conditions by doing peer mentoring. We feel it is important for people to know that people with disabilities can be researchers, mentors and develop a program. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

In this episode, we welcomed Joan Salge Blake, a Sargent College Professor and host of the podcast Spot On!. As a registered nutritionist and dietitian, professor Blake shared pro tips on grocery shopping and her career as a food and wellness specialist. About Joan Salge Blake: Joan Salge Blake is a Clinical Professor of Nutrition, Registered Dietitian, and past Media Spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND).  Her areas of expertise include healthy eating, weight management, and obesity. She strives to make nutrition science easily understood by the general public via her website and on social media.  She has conducted over 2,000 media interviews and is the recipient of the AND 2020 Media Excellent Award.  She currently writes for US News & World Report's Eat & Run Column.  Check out professor Blake’s Health and Wellness podcast Spot On! right now! The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

Amy Wagenfeld (awagenfe@bu.edu), Ph.D., OTR/L, SCEM, EDAC, FAOTA, Affil.ASLA is the Principal of Amy Wagenfeld | Design and Lecturer in the Post-Professional Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program at Boston University. Her work focuses on collaborative design, programming, and research of outdoor environments for people of all ages and abilities. A Fellow of the American Occupational Therapy Association, and the Center for Health Systems and Design at Texas A&M University, Amy presents and publishes widely on topics relating to access to nature. She is co-author of the award-winning book, Therapeutic Gardens: Design for Healing Spaces published by Timber Press. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

In this episode, we welcomed Deborah Claar(dsclaar@bu.edu), Michele Zaccaria(mzaccaria7@gmail.com) and Kellie Cannone(kcannone@bu.edu) to share their experience with the BU Sargent student-alumni mentorship program. BU Sargent College Alumni Association regularly holds virtual professional development workshops, student-alumni networking events and mentorship opportunities for students and alumni. About the Upcoming Alumni Professional Development Workshop: “Finding your Passion” | Oct 19 This workshop will help you take your passion and interests and begin to shape and form them. Through a personality inventory (taken prior to the workshop), self-reflection, and group activities with Sargent alumni, you’ll gain the confidence and focus to take the next steps in both your academic and professional endeavors. The speaker Fernando J. Limbo is a search consultant for the executive search firm Howard Fischer Associates (HFA), specializing in providing C–suite (VP, SVP and Chief Executives) recruitment for private equity and venture capital-backed startups. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

In this episode, we welcomed Cara Lewis(lewisc@bu.edu), the Director of Human Adaptation Laboratory, and the Program Director of Rehabilitation Sciences at Sargent College, Boston University. She shared her story of how she stumbled upon the path of rehabilitation sciences and became “a mechanic of the human body”. About Cara Lewis: Cara L. Lewis, PT, PhD is an Associate Professor and director of the Human Adaptation Laboratory. She is also the Director of the PhD Program in Rehabilitation Sciences. The long-term goal of her research is to improve the lives of individuals with chronic musculoskeletal pain and prevent or slow the progression of musculoskeletal damage through improved knowledge of joint function, leading to advanced, targeted intervention strategies. Dr. Lewis’ current focus is on treatment for hip pain, especially in adults with variant hip morphology, such as femoroacetabular impingement syndrome (FAIS) and acetabular dysplasia. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

In this episode, we welcomed Carolyn Cohen(’65), a Boston University Sargent College Alumni and a member of the Sargent Alumni Association Board. Over the years, Cohen has witnessed the development of Sargent College, and how the Sargent spirit has influenced people all around the world. She talked about some of the key figures in Sargent history, and what’s next for Sargent Alumni Association. About Carolyn Cohen: Carolyn Cohen (’65) graduated with a degree in Physical Education and has served on the Sargent College Alumni Association (SCAA) since her graduation. Most notably, Carolyn served as president during Sargent’s centennial celebration from 1979-1984.  During this important time, the SCAA met monthly and had the opportunity to honor prominent alumni, faculty, and friends including Dr. Sargent himself. Carolyn worked as an educator, coach, and administrator in Boston Public Schools. She served the Commonwealth of Massachusetts on committees for health, physical education, and dance recreation, and she still officiates softball. Carolyn has also worked closely with the BU Scarlet Key and has served as Sargent class secretary for more than fifty years. She currently serves as the SCAA Reunion representative. Sargent has been lucky to host Carolyn’s dog, Sneakers, on numerous occasions for various student groups. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

In this episode, we welcomed Kaytlin Eldred(keldred@bu.edu), a lecturer at Sargent College, Boston University. As she started a new class on cultural competency, she introduced the concept and why being culturally humble is vital. What is cultural competence? Being aware of and comfortable with the intersection of your culture and others by actively and genuinely asking, observing, and listening with humility, knowing that it doesn't take complete understanding to respect someone else's culture, but still being open to learning and engaging. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast

In this episode, we welcomed Katie Riley, the Assistant Director of Communications & Media at the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), to interview our very own moderator, professor Karen Jacobs. As a past AOTA president, professor Jacobs shared her story with the initiative of AOTA’s National School Backpack Awareness Day. She also introduced how students and parents can get involved in this year’s Backpack Awareness Day (September 16) during quarantine. About AOTA: The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) is the national professional association established in 1917 to represent the interests and concerns of more than 213,000 occupational therapy practitioners and students of occupational therapy and to improve the quality of occupational therapy services. Members reside in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and internationally. Occupational therapy practitioners facilitate participation in everyday living for people of all ages. AOTA’s major programs and activities are directed toward promoting the professional development of its members and assuring consumer access to quality services so patients can maximize their individual potential.AOTA educates the public and advances the profession by providing resources, setting standards including accreditations, and serving as an advocate to improve health care. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with Brynne Terry (brynneterry@gmail.com), a recent graduate of Sargent College post-professional occupational therapy doctoral program. As an Occupational Therapy pro, she shared some tips on leading a healthy lifestyle during remote work. She also introduced the stress management mobile application she has been developing. Visit Brynne’s website to learn more about what she’s doing. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with Alyssa Boucher, a Clinical Assistant Professor at Sargent College. Specializing in speech-language pathology, she introduced how parents can help with young children’s early literacy, especially during homeschooling. About Professor Boucher (bouchera@bu.edu): Her primary clinical and research interests are in the areas of speech sound disorders and early literacy development of young children with communication disorders. She is also interested in designing flexible learning environments to support meaningful classroom participation for children with communication differences through the use of universal design for learning (UDL). The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with Sargent student Brandy Moser, a rising senior with dual degrees in Biochemistry and Nutrition. As a motivated student, she introduced BU’s girls’ fitness organization CHAARG, her study abroad experience, and her passion for gardening. Learn more about CHAARG: CHAARG, which stands for Changing Health, Attitudes and Actions to Recreate Girls, aims to ignite a passion in college-aged girls for health and fitness. Their mission is to liberate girls from the elliptical + show them that fitness can [+ should!] be fun by trying new workouts every week — from barre to boxing to zumba to lifting weights. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with Sargent Clinical Associate Professor and Director of the Center for Stuttering Therapy at Boston University, Diane Parris Constantino (dparris@bu.edu). She introduced the causes and symptoms of stuttering and related research the Center has conducted. About the Center for Stuttering Therapy at Boston University: The Center for Stuttering Therapy at Boston University offers services to individuals who stutter of all ages. We offer individual sessions, parent training, and group therapy for teens and adults. As an academic training center, the primary clinicians are graduate students training under the supervision of a Board Certified Fluency Specialist (certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the American Board of Fluency and Fluency Disorders). Many variables contribute to the development of stuttering and the challenges it presents to people from all walks of life – children and adults alike. Our philosophy is that a helpful mindset about being a person who stutters and a choice about how to manage the speech motor aspects of stuttering fosters the increased confidence our clients seek. That is, we help people learn how to cope with stuttering and how to talk in ways that facilitate struggle-free speech in order to become highly effective communicators. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with Sargent alumni Jessica Treadwell, an occupational therapist, a certified personal trainer and a health coach. From a professional perspective, she shared tips on how to live a healthier, happier life. Check out this article Jessica wrote on self-care. Visit Jessica’s website for more information on staying healthy! The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with Sally Rogers, the Executive Director at Sargent College’s Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation. She shared how the Center’s research, training and services initiatives, including a photo-voice project, help to destigmatize psychiatric conditions. About Boston University Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation: At Boston University’s Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation, our work is guided by the most basic of rehabilitation values: that first and foremost, persons with psychiatric disabilities have the same goals and dreams as any other person. Visit https://cpr.bu.edu/ for more resources. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with Lee Marinko, a physical therapist and the Associate Professor in physical and athletic training. She shared how physical activities benefit different conditions. She also talked about different types of exercise that people can practice at home during social distancing. About Lee Marinko: Professor Marinko specializes in manual therapy, orthopedics and sports-related injuries; musculoskeletal related disorders including pain related to upper and lower extremity movement dysfunction, knee osteoarthritis, spinal disorders, temporomandibular dysfunction and the utilization of therapeutic exercise to enhance function. Her recent scholarly interests include utilization of patient-reported outcomes in clinical practice. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with Nancy Lowenstein (nlowe@bu.edu), the Clinical Associate Professor and Program Director at Sargent College. She shared her knowledge and experience on multiple sclerosis, and her involvement in the Posse Foundation. About the Posse Foundation: The Posse Foundation identifies, recruits and trains individuals with extraordinary leadership potential. Posse Scholars receive full-tuition leadership scholarships from Posse’s partner colleges and universities. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with Swathi Kiran, the Director of Aphasia Research Laboratory and the Associate Dean for Research at Sargent College. She shared her story with “Constant Therapy”, an App she co-founded for stroke survivors, and how it helps thousands of people around the world. About Constant Therapy: Constant Therapy is an award-winning speech therapy app for people recovering from strokes, traumatic brain injuries, or aphasia, dementia and other speech-language disorders. The app can improve speech, language, cognition, memory, reading, attention and comprehension skills with 65 categories of tasks, over 60,000 stimuli, and 10 difficulty levels. Constant Therapy was designed by scientists at Boston University, has won awards from American Stroke Association and AARP, and is recommended by speech-language pathologists, neurologists and occupational therapists. Exercises are specifically customized for each person's unique needs - so the program adapts to your progress every day. Recent research published in Frontiers of Neuroscience shows that stroke and brain injury survivors using Constant Therapy showed significant improvement in standardized tests and got an average of 4 hours of extra therapy per week. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with Sargent College student Wesley Jones. As a Sargent peer mentor, Wesley discussed BU Sargent’s Advising Model and how it helps students strive. About Boston University Sargent College Advising Model: Advising is a collaborative process at Sargent College. We have two Assistant Directors in the Academic Services Center (ASC) and approximately 40 faculty advisors throughout the College. Your faculty advisors teach in the area of your major and/or are employed in professions that advisees most often pursue. Faculty advisors help with course selection, degree requirements, internship placements, and career advice. Peer Mentors are also an integral part of the Sargent advising model. Just like Wesley, they serve as models and guides for incoming Sargent students. Peer Mentors correspond with incoming first-year and transfer students before they arrive on campus and offer a number of events during the academic year that highlight academic tips, opportunities, and resources that help students feel connected to the Sargent community. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast. ______

This episode provides a conversation with Sargent Assistant Professor and clinical psychologist Dan Fulford. They discussed the research Approach Motivation & Participation (AMP) lab does and advice on the usage of digital technologies during the pandemic. About Boston University Approach Motivation Participation Lab: Work in the AMP (/amp/, ampere) Lab focuses on the intersection of motivation and social processes, and how variations in the experience and expression of these phenomena contribute to problems of everyday living (e.g., psychopathology). We use mobile technology (mostly smartphones) to measure these constructs in the context of daily life, and then translate the knowledge we gain into digital interventions (also mostly using smartphones). The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with three Sargent College entry-level occupational therapy students, Megan, Vanessa and Kim. They discussed racism and ways to dismantle similar vicious cycles by explaining the -ism model. We are all human with conscious or unconscious biases due to socialization. What’s important is to face the biases we hold and make the right choices. Check out this TIME article on some of the ways you can help the Black Lives Matter Movement. About Boston University Entry-Level Occupational Therapy(OTD) program: Ranked #1 in Occupational Therapy nationwide by U.S. News & World Report,  Boston University provides OT academic coursework and fieldwork that are integrated into a curriculum that’s occupation-focused, evidence-based, client-centered, and organized from a life-course perspective. You’ll study the concepts, theory, and practice of occupational therapy with professors and practitioners known in national and international communities. Beginning in your first semester and throughout the three year entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy curriculum, you’ll acquire an exceptional range of clinical experience through Level I Fieldwork and Level II Fieldwork placements chosen from BU’s large network of local and national clinical sites.  You’ll also complete a 14-week doctoral practicum and project focused on your particular professional interests in one of the following areas: clinical, research, policy and advocacy, or education. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with Theresa Delbert (tdelbert@chatham.edu), Assistant Professor at Chatham University. With three Boston University degrees, Theresa shared her experience of using her professional Occupational Therapy knowledge to impact her church community and beyond.   About Boston University Online Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program:  If you’re an occupational therapy practitioner who would like to assume a leadership role and help shape the future of your field, you may be ready for advanced study beyond the master’s level. The Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (PP-OTD) program at Sargent College is designed to provide the highest level of quality education with a focus on flexibility and a strong mentorship model. Students in the PP-OTD program are paired in a one-on-one relationship with our faculty, who provide each student with personal guidance throughout the program.   The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College.   Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with Jerome Kaplan, a Speech Language Pathologist at Sargent College, on the common misunderstandings of aphasia, and how the Aphasia Resource Center at Boston University can help.  He has been active in Aphasia Resource Center since 2006. About Aphasia Resource Center:  Step inside the Aphasia Resource Center at Sargent College. You’ll sense very quickly that we are truly a community—individuals with aphasia, their families and friends interacting with clinicians, researchers and students. We provide a place not only for learning to live with aphasia but also for sharing experiences with others touched by the disorder. Since 2006, we’ve offered an expanding mix of resources for aphasia therapy, support, socialization, education and advocacy. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with Dori Hutchinson, Director of Services at Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation (CPR) and a Clinical Associate Professor at Sargent College. Dr. Hutchinson shared how CPR helps students and people worldwide struggling with mental health to recover and develop resilience. Dori S. Hutchinson, Sc.D. has worked at the Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation at Boston University since 1984. Dr. Hutchinson has developed and implemented recovery-oriented service initiatives that assist people who have mental illnesses to assume their rightful roles as students, employees, residents and members of their communities. She provides training nationally to organizations and providers who wish to deliver recovery-oriented services and conduct relevant program evaluations. Dr. Hutchinson has worked more recently in developing mental health promotion services on campuses that assist students with serious mental illnesses to succeed in all domains of their lives as college students, as well as college suicide prevention programming that creates caring academic communities. About the Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation:  The Center is a research, training, and service organization dedicated to improving the lives of persons who have psychiatric disabilities. It offers a variety of wellness courses that support the treatment, rehabilitation, and recovery efforts of adults and college students alike. Over the last 40 years, the Center has helped to shift the paradigm in mental health services to a recovery orientation. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with Lucy Tamberrino, an entry-level Occupational Therapy doctoral student at Sargent College. Interested in assistive technology, Lucy shared her volunteer experiences in Bogota, Colombia, and life as a Sargent College student. About Boston University Entry-Level Occupational Therapy(OTD) program: Ranked #1 in Occupational Therapy nationwide by U.S. News & World Report,  Boston University provides OT academic coursework and fieldwork that are integrated into a curriculum that’s occupation-focused, evidence-based, client-centered, and organized from a life-course perspective. You’ll study the concepts, theory, and practice of occupational therapy with professors and practitioners known in national and international communities. Beginning in your first semester and throughout the three-year entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy curriculum, you’ll acquire an exceptional range of clinical experience through Level I Fieldwork and Level II Fieldwork placements chosen from BU’s large network of local and national clinical sites.  You’ll also complete a 14-week doctoral practicum and project focused on your particular professional interests in one of the following areas: clinical, research, policy and advocacy, or education. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with Jennifer Kaldenberg (jenmk@bu.edu), Clinical Assistant Professor and Level II Academic Fieldwork Coordinator at Sargent College. As a visual impairment expert, Professor Kaldenberg shared stories behind her academic interest. Professor Kaldenberg educates optometrists and optometry students on the functional implications of vision loss, as well as teaches the role of OT in vision rehabilitation. She has earned Specialty Certification in Low Vision from the American Occupational Therapy Association. Prior to her specialization in vision impairment, Kaldenberg worked in inpatient rehabilitation with clinical experience in a wide variety of conditions, including traumatic brain injury, stroke, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, and other neurological and orthopedic diagnoses. About Entry-level OTD Level II Fieldwork: LIIFW provides students with an in-depth, supervised experience in delivering occupational therapy services to clients, focusing on the application of meaningful occupation and research, administration, and management of occupational therapy services. It is recommended that each student gain exposure to a variety of clients across the lifespan and to a variety of settings. Exposure to client populations is generally categorized by settings that serve individuals across the lifespan, including children (pediatrics) and adults with mental health/psychiatric needs or physical disabilities. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with Roslyn Abukasis (rozabu@bu.edu ), an Academic Counselor at Sargent College. As the newest addition to Sargent College, Abukasis talks about how to help students build resilience. About Boston University Sargent College Academic Services Center: Our Academic Counselors help students with career issues, counseling, academics and suggestions designed to help students balance the variety of activities, academic pursuits and challenges that arise during their academic career. Academic Counselors help with course schedules within students’ majors, but also work with them on processes beyond the standard curriculum such as changing majors, fitting in minors, dual degrees, study abroad, and other academic opportunities. Check out how to make an appointment here.(http://www.bu.edu/sargent/student-resources/academic-services-center/) The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with Deborah Claar, the Assistant Director of the Academic Services Center at Sargent College. As the winner of the 2020 Boston University Undergraduate Academic Advising Award,  Claar shared her 30-year experience as an academic advisor at Sargent and her career as a folk singer. About Boston University Sargent College Academic Services Center: Our Academic Counselors help students with career issues, counseling, academics and suggestions designed to help students balance the variety of activities, academic pursuits and challenges that arise during their academic career. Academic Counselors help with course schedules within students’ majors, but also work with them on processes beyond the standard curriculum such as changing majors, fitting in minors, dual degrees, study abroad, and other academic opportunities. Check out how to make an appointment here (http://www.bu.edu/sargent/student-resources/academic-services-center/). The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with James Camarinos, the Clinic Director of Boston University Physical Therapy Center, on BUPTC’s day-to-day operations. About Boston University Physical Therapy Center: Since 1991, we have been the provider of choice for thousands of patients throughout the Greater Boston area and have developed a reputation for clinical excellence. Our patients benefit from services that combine the highest level of clinical expertise with the most advanced rehabilitation techniques. As part of an academic institution, your recovery, not profit, is our bottom line. Because of the national health emergency, BUPTC has transitioned to a telehealth model of care. Make an appointment with BUPTC by calling 617-358-3700. Check out BUPTC’s Instagram account. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with Senior Physical Therapist Parul Patel on the science behind pain and how Boston University Physical Therapy Center moves services online during the COVID-19 Pandemic. About Boston University Physical Therapy Center: Since 1991, we have been the provider of choice for thousands of patients throughout the Greater Boston area and have developed a reputation for clinical excellence. Our patients benefit from services that combine the highest level of clinical expertise with the most advanced rehabilitation techniques. As part of an academic institution, your recovery, not profit, is our bottom line. Because of COVID-19, BUPTC has transitioned to a telehealth model of care. Make an appointment with BUPTC now by calling 617-358-3700. Check out BUPTC's Instagram page. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the online post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with BU Sargent College entry-level OTD student, Megan Bartley on some of her favorite recipes and the creation of Karen Jacobs’ Sargent Choice Test Kitchen Cookbook. She aspires to combine her passion for baking with occupational therapy. About the Sargent Choice Test Kitchen: We’re all about making healthy taste delicious here at Sargent Choice.  That’s why we’ve teamed up with faculty-in-residence Dr. Karen Jacobs to offer students a one-of-a-kind opportunity to trial and taste-test new Sargent Choice healthy recipes each week at the Sargent Choice Test Kitchen.  Dr. Karen Jacobs invites students of all majors (not just nutrition) into her home on Boston University’s campus to cook up a recipe developed by Sargent Choice Registered Dietitian, Jennifer Culbert.  Feedback from the weekly Test Kitchen gets incorporated into future Sargent Choice recipes and helps shape the face of healthy dining at BU. Check out Sargent Choice Test Kitchen’s healthy menus. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with BU Sargent student Caroline Kohler on her academic path and experience as the Sargent Choice Ambassador. She meets with Dr. Jacobs every Wednesday night at Sargent Choice Test Kitchen, where students and faculties gather together and try out healthy and delicious recipes. About the Sargent Choice Test Kitchen: We're all about making healthy taste delicious here at Sargent Choice. That's why we've teamed up with faculty-in-residence Dr. Karen Jacobs to offer students a one-of-a-kind opportunity to trial and taste-test new Sargent Choice healthy recipes each week at the Sargent Choice Test Kitchen.  Dr. Karen Jacobs invites students of all majors (not just nutrition) into her home on Boston University's campus to cook up a recipe developed by Sargent Choice Registered Dietitian, Jennifer Culbert.  Feedback from the weekly Test Kitchen gets incorporated into future Sargent Choice recipes and helps shape the face of healthy dining at BU. Check out Sargent Choice Test Kitchen's blog. Follow BU Programs in Nutrition on Instagram. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with BU Sargent Alumni Randi Jacoby (rjacoby2@nyc.rr.com) on her advice on how parents can bond with their kids during the COVID-19 pandemic from a language pathologist’s perspective. Randi Jacoby, M.S.C.C.C., is a Licensed and Certified Speech and Language Pathologist, who holds a Master of Science Degree from Columbia University. She is the Director of Jacoby Speech Therapy Associates, a private group practice specializing in pediatric communication development and learning skills. Ms. Jacoby has served as a lecturer to both parents and educators at the 92Y Parenting Center and 92Y Nursery School for over 20 years, as well as a consultant to many New York City private and public schools. She has been a contributor to New York Family magazine, as well as to many parent education portals. She was noted to be one of the top therapists in her field by “A Parent’s Guide to Special Education in New York City.” Throughout her career, Ms. Jacoby has been an ardent advocate for children with developmental disabilities and learning disorders. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with Clinical Assistant Professor Anne Escher (aaescher@bu.edu) on her research and scholarship. Anne also shared her experience as the Level I Fieldwork Coordinator, where she and her students used occupational therapy to help the incarcerated population.   Anne Escher's clinical practice covers the life span from working in NICU and pediatrics at an acute care hospital to inpatient rehabilitation and home care for older adults with low vision. Escher's scholarship primarily focuses on the area of productive aging. Her current scholarly work centers on clients with communication impairments. Additionally, she interested in research related to OT clinical education. Click here to learn more about the Entry-level OTD Level I Fieldwork.    The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College.   Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast.

This episode provides a conversation with dietitian/nutritionist Clare Murphy on BU Sargent Choice Nutrition Center and tips on healthy eating on campus. As one of the many nutritionists working at Sargent Choice Nutrition Center, Clare collaborates with her clients to navigate their food environment, working towards a joyful, flexible, balanced, and sustainable healthy eating pattern. She works closely with BU Dining Services to develop and maintain recipes. Clare also works to assure all recipe and nutrition information for Dining Services is complete and accurate. Boston University Sargent Choice Nutrition Center strives to: Provide evidence-based nutrition services to Boston University faculty, staff, and students, and to the greater Boston community; Offer clinical and public health learning opportunities for Boston University undergraduate and graduate nutrition students; Engage in interprofessional research to identify and develop future best practices. Learn more about Boston University Sargent Choice Nutrition Center here: http://www.bu.edu/scnc/. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast. Enjoy this episode of HealthMatters. Don't forget to follow our podcast. Thank you for listening!

This episode provides a conversation with Clinical Assistant Professor Kathryn A. Webster (kwebster@bu.edu) on tips dealing with ankle sprains and athletic training as a career. Professor Webster is interested in lower extremity functional rehabilitation, the relationship between gluteal activation in active populations with chronic ankle instability, and encouraging students to become life-long learners through evidence-based clinical education. Check out Boston University's Master Program in Athletic Training here. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast. Enjoy this episode of HealthMatters. Don't forget to follow our podcast. Thank you for listening!

|About This Episode| This episode provides a conversation with Assistant Professor Claudio Ferre (clferre@bu.edu) about his research on cerebral palsy and his unique academic path. Professor Ferre is interested in the development of manual skills in typically developing children and children with disabilities (e.g., cerebral palsy). His research focuses on understanding why children who experience brain injury during the same stage of life display vastly different functional outcomes later in childhood. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast. Enjoy this episode of HealthMatters. Don't forget to follow our podcast. Thank you for listening!

|About This Episode| This episode provides a conversation with Clinical Assistant Professor Craig Slater (cslater@bu.edu). Professor Slater is also the Director of Interprofessional Education and Practice at Sargent College. In real-world clinical practices, people are the center of all operations, from physical surgeries to the operation of health care systems. Offering master and doctorate programs, the Sargent Interprofessional Education and Practice Program focuses on the necessary collaboration between health professionals for the delivery of person-centered, coordinated, and comprehensive patient/client care. Check out more about the program here: https://www.bu.edu/sargent/academics/interprofessional-education/. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast. Enjoy this episode of HealthMatters. Don't forget to follow our podcast. Thank you for listening!

|About This Episode| This episode provides a conversation with Clinical Assistant Professor Shelley M. Brown (shelleyb@bu.edu). Professor Brown is the Director of International Service Learning and Community Engagement at Sargent College. The Sargent Service Learning Program offers students a unique opportunity to participate in faculty-led service-learning experiences that promote health education, empower communities, and cultivate educated compassionate global citizens. Since 2011, Sargent students have traveled a combined total of more than 2 million miles to bring health care to communities in developing countries including Thailand, Guatemala, and India. Check out more about the program here: http://www.bu.edu/sargentservice/. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast. Enjoy this episode of HealthMatters. Don't forget to follow our podcast. Thank you for listening!

|About This Episode| This episode provides a conversation with Dr. Tyler Perrachione (tkp@bu.edu)  and Dr. Gabrielle-Ann Torre (gat@bu.edu). Dr. Perrachione is the Program Director, Joint Bachelor of Science in Linguistics, a Peter Paul Career Development Professor, the Director of Communication Neuroscience Research Laboratory, and the Associate Director of Hearing Research Center. Dr. Torre is a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. The moderator of the podcast is Dr. Karen Jacobs (kjacobs@bu.edu), who is the Associate Dean, Digital Learning and Innovation, a Clinical Professor and the Program Director for the on-line post-professional doctorate in the occupational therapy program at Sargent College. She is a 1979 alumni of Sargent College. Marial Williams (marialw@bu.edu), a Boston University entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student, composed the music for the podcast. Enjoy this episode of HealthMatters. Don't forget to follow our podcast. Thank you for listening!