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Student Organizations

Coalition of Occupational Therapy Advocates for Diversity

The Coalition of Occupational Therapy Advocates (COTAD) is a network of OT practitioners, students and educators working together to make health equity a priority at all levels of healthcare.

Pi Theta Epsilon National Honor Society, Zeta Alpha Chapter

The mission of Pi Theta Epsilon is to support the practice of occupational sciences and the practice of authentic occupational therapy by promoting research, leadership, and scholarly activities by its members.

In this way, the organization serves not only the profession, but helps to ensure quality healthcare services for the general public. Members are among the top 35% of their cohort, and have a demonstrated record of scholarship and service.

The purposes of Pi Theta Epsilon (PTE), as stated in the society's constitution, are to:

• Recognize and encourage scholastic excellence of occupational therapy students
• Contribute to the advancement of the field of occupational therapy through scholarly activities, such as research development, continuing education, and information exchange between student and alumni members; and
• Provide a vehicle for students enrolled in accredited programs in occupational therapy to exchange information and to collaborate regarding scholarly activities.

The Pi Theta Epsilon chapter at Â鶹´«Ã½¸ßÇå University hosts Capstone Research Day on campus in May.  This year, the chapter will also facilitate the selection of Â鶹´«Ã½¸ßÇå University’s First OT Fieldwork Educator of the Year Award.

Student Occupational Therapy Association – SOTA

SOTA is a student organization that promotes occupational therapy through professional, educational, social and community service activities throughout Â鶹´«Ã½¸ßÇå's campus and in the local community.

SOTA has been involved in the Ready to Fly Event, various area back to school fairs, backpack awareness events, OT month events and other professional development opportunities.

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