Findlay Newsroom

Occupational Therapy stories

University of Findlay Alumna is Changing Lives in Veterans Affairs

Lauren Yacks, MOT ’19 grew up in Colorado, but made the move to northwest Ohio to complete undergraduate and graduate studies at the University of Findlay. Upon entering college for Occupational Therapy, Lauren had her mind set on becoming an Occupational Therapist in pediatrics. Today, she works with veterans through the United States Department of […]

Back for More: University of Findlay Graduate Student Caila Case ‘21

While most University of Findlay students and 2021 UF graduates might be relishing in a summer that is likely just beginning for them, what Caila Case ’21 has called a “short, sweet summer” has already come to its end, at least in the way of an academics-free life. Case, who identifies as non-binary and prefers […]

U.S. News Names UF in 2022 Best Grad Schools Rankings

Five graduate degree programs at the University of Findlay were named to the U.S. News and World Report’s 2022 Best Graduate Schools rankings. The 2022 edition of the graduate degree program rankings assessed multiple types of programs and specialties including business, law, medicine, nursing, engineering, and education. U.S. News made some important changes this year […]

Community to Benefit from Newly-Established Collaborative Partnership Between University of Findlay and Blanchard Valley Health System

Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS) and the University of Findlay (UF) recently announced they have formalized a collaborative affiliation relationship to ensure that the two organizations are closely aligned to ensure excellence in healthcare services from well-prepared professionals for generations of families within the region. Through this collaborative partnership, both organizations seek to encourage more […]

Winter College ’20 to Feature Art & Alzheimer’s, UF Brain Cancer Research, & Trends in Animal Research

Dreaming of sun and sand? Join us in Florida this February! The University’s annual Winter College in Naples and reception in Tampa are planned for February 2020. Winter College will be held Wednesday, Feb. 12 in Naples, Florida. Presentations will include: “The Impact of Art in Alzheimer’s Patients”: Dr. Lindsey Buddelmeyer, UF assistant professor in […]

Occupational Therapy Program Partners with Community Organizations for Research Course

Occupational therapy (OT) can look different depending on a patient’s needs, but the main goal remains the same: improve the quality of life through supporting their ability to engage in and perform daily life activities. OT services directed towards patients with memory challenges aims to provide cognitive stimulation exercises and address physical and mental well-being. […]

First Doctor of Occupational Therapy Cohort Walks Through the Arch

University of Findlay’s first Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) Program cohort walked through the Griffith Memorial Arch and into their first semester of classes on Friday, May 31. The class of 15 students will be the first cohort to make its way through Findlay’s OTD program since the degree was granted applicant status by Accreditation […]

Dementia Patient Paints her Life’s ‘Journey’

(Written by Jeannie Wiley Wolf, a reporter for The (Findlay) Courier. Story originally published April 9, 2019).  Three large acrylic paintings titled “The Journey Through” depict the impact of occupational therapy on a patient and family facing Alzheimer’s disease. They will soon decorate the living room of the occupational therapy adaptive living home on the […]

Slow Going: UF Couple Comes Out on Top After Adversity

As part of a week-long series alongside Valentine’s Day, we’re featuring stories about UF couples, past and present, called “Findlay Faithfuls.” Did you meet the love of your life on campus? We want to hear about it! Share your story via Facebook or Twitter using #IHeartUFindlay #FindlayFaithfuls. Friend zone: Coming to regard someone solely as a friend, despite their unreciprocated […]

UF to Launch Occupational Therapy Continuing Education Series

The University of Findlay Department of Occupational Therapy will launch Making Connections, a continuing education series, on Thursday, May 3 from 5:30 – 7 p.m. in the Brewer Center for Health Sciences, Room 208 located at 340 College St. The event will focus on “Serving the Alzheimer’s and Dementia Communities Under a Palliative Care Model […]