OTAC | Student Event | Student Leadership Panel

Event Information

ome learn from our esteemed panel about:

1. What inspired them to pursue a leadership role within the Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA)/ Occupational Therapy and Science Council (OTSC) at their university?
2. Provide insight into the mission and goals of SOTA/OTSC at your OT program and how it contributes to the broader field of occupational therapy.
3. What are some key responsibilities and roles that student leaders undertake within the SOTA/OTSC, and how do these roles benefit fellow students and the occupational therapy community at your OT school and in general?
4. Share their personal experiences and challenges faced while serving as a SOTA/OTSC leader, and how those experiences have contributed to their growth as an occupational therapy student?
5. How does their university select or nominate students to become members or leaders of the SOTA/OTSC? Are there specific requirements or qualifications?
6. Describe some of the notable projects or initiatives that their SOTA/OTSC has undertaken to promote occupational therapy awareness or provide support for students within their program?
7. In what ways do SOTA/OTSC leaders collaborate with faculty, administrators, or external organizations to enhance the educational experience and professional development of occupational therapy students?
8. What advice they have for students interested in getting involved with SOTA/OTSC leadership roles, and how can they maximize their contributions to the organization and the field of occupational therapy?

PANELISTS
Celine Ly, OTS (CSUDH)
Sondra Stilwell, OTS (SJSU)
Samantha Kretschmer, OTS (SJSU)
Emily Matsui, OTS (USC)

HOSTS
David Ranit-Mauro, OTS
Megan Liebig, OTS
Emily Canigiula, OTS

DATE/TIME/LOCATION
October 26, 2023
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Via Zoom

COST
Complimentary for OTAC Members
$5 for Non-OTAC Members