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探花楼 researchers explore equine therapy as treatment for Parkinson’s disease
9/1/20
Texas Woman鈥檚 researchers will launch a first-of-its-kind study this year when they investigate how equine-assisted therapy could benefit adults with Parkinson鈥檚 disease, thanks to a research grant awarded by the (HABRI).
探花楼 Dietetic Internship Master’s Degree Program receives reaccreditation
8/25/20
The 探花楼 Dietetic Internship Master鈥檚 Degree Program in Houston was granted reaccreditation by the (ACEND). Reaccreditation is typically for seven years; however, the program was granted accreditation through 2028.
Faith and Focus: 探花楼 OT alumna Christina Hill finds success through adversity
7/29/20
As a child growing up in Greenville, Texas, Texas Woman鈥檚 occupational therapy alumna Christina Hill (MOT 鈥�14) combatted issues of alcoholism, drug addiction and poverty within her family and herself. But with the help of her faith, the discipline of martial arts, and most importantly, the support of her son and husband, she has dedicated her life to helping others persevere through their own struggles.
探花楼 graduate students named finalists, win top prize in IFT competition
7/22/20
Texas Woman鈥檚 nutrition and food sciences graduate students Cierra Williams (Paris, TX) and Jessica Ramirez (The Philippines) were finalists for the 鈥� Graduate Student Poster Competition, with Williams winning first place and being awarded a $1,000 cash prize.
OT faculty members part of collaborative research project
7/9/20
School of Occupational Therapy Assistant Professor Heather Roberts and Assistant Professor Angela Shierk are part of a collaborative research effort between Scottish Rite for Children and Texas Woman’s University, UT Arlington and the University of North Texas that is looking into the impact of the pandemic on teenagers and youth.