… inspiring.” Dr. Emily Eddy, the program director of the Entry-Level OTD Program, also welcomed those in attendance.  " These graduates began their journey in the … just and inclusive health systems continues to inspire those around her. McColgan also received the Award for Student Leadership in Service, which is for students who … the principles and practice of occupational therapy, was given to students in both programs.  The EL-OTD recipient was Kate Moore and the PP-OTD recipient …

… about how so many of them began either right before or during the pandemic. In both cases, they were entering health care at a time when so much was uncertain and … each one had an individual slide that told a little about them. These graduate also were courageous, resilient, and goal oriented. However, we were unsatisfied with … are getting ready to make their mark in the world, I offer my congratulation and best wishes for a successful, productive, and impactful career. …

… healthcare. An investment in research includes answering questions like: How do we best train clinicians to deliver equitable patient care, including how do we measure … students for team-based patient care. Enhancing Teaching Methodologies Research also plays a crucial role in identifying and refining effective teaching … in these areas focuses on developing and validating assessment tools that are both reliable and reflective of the skills needed in clinical practice including: …

… Nursing Evidence-based nursing practice is the conscientious integration of the best research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values. This approach … DNPs can identify patterns, predict outcomes, and develop strategies that are both effective and efficient. Steps in Evidence-Based Decision Making Identifying the … Streamlining Healthcare Operations In addition to clinical improvements, DNPs also focus on operational efficiencies within healthcare organizations. Their …

… plan, if something happens in life, I now know it’s okay if things change.”  White also advised students to play to their strengths and focus on what they’re good at, saying that true happiness in both career and life comes from doing what one does best. “When you are good at something, you are going to get rewards,” he said, noting … plan, if something happens in life, I now know it’s okay if things change.”  White also advised students to play to their strengths and focus on what they’re good at, …