Occupational Therapy Awards
Helen L. Hopkins Award
Awarded to the student who has exhibited the professional attributes of knowledge, dedication and service to the field of Occupational Therapy.
- 1986: Susan Reed Warner
- 1987: Kathy J. Clabough
- 1988: Neil A. Taylor and Roya Oboudyat
- 1989: Susan J. Purdy
- 1990: Melanie Souders
- 1991: Carol Shaw
- 1992: Jennifer Johnson
- 1993: Deborah A. Bonsal
- 1994: Gioia Gaudiuso
- 1995: Ivelisse Lazzarini
- 1996: Robert P. Raspa
- 1997: Jennifer M. O'Donnell
- 1998: Brian J. Bittner
- 1999: Jennifer A. Ionescu
- 2000: Kelly Ann King
- 2001: Sarah E. Bliss
- 2002: Janet McMahon
- 2003: Susan E. Gilison
- 2004: Cheryl M. Zadroga
- 2005: Amy E. Riggleman
- 2006: Deborah Berruti and Krista Varkey
- 2007: Victoria Green and Colleen O'Donnell
- 2008: Ashley Kittrell
- 2009: Sharon Herz-Freilich
Jill Brandis Memorial Award
Initiated by the Class of 1994, in memory of their classmate, it is awarded to the student who demonstrates those qualities identified with Jill Brandis. The qualities include peer support, honesty, spiritual strength, optimism, energy, academic excellence and magnanimity.
- 1994: The Brandis Family
- 1995: Stephanie Hoopman and Sue Ellen Harrington
- 1996: James Foster and Judith Lynch
- 1997: Michelle Traczuk and Beverly Schwartz
- 1998: Virginia Tate
- 1999: Cynthia Jaffe
- 2000: Shannon O'Neill and Stacey Transue
- 2001: Stephen D. Honouwal
- 2002: Nicole M. Randazzo
- 2003: Dawn H. Feldman
- 2004: Justine Mansour and Sara R. Simon
- 2005: Megan P. Ryan
- 2006: Amy Egan
- 2007: Caitlyn McLaverty and Nicole Redcay
- 2008: Bridget Kavitsky
- 2009: Adina Gastwirth and Deana M. Miller
Carole J. Simon Award
Awarded to the graduating Occupational Therapy student who most clearly typifies the values of caring, knowledge, nurturance and professionalism.
- 1997: Ronald S. Domeracki
- 1998: Virgina C. Tate
- 1999: Jennifer Kauterman
- 2000: Deborah M. Schwartz
- 2001: Danielle C. Paffett
- 2002: Gloria J. Rein
- 2003: Jeanine M. Lloyd
- 2004: Yisun Cho
- 2005: Catherine Blount Crawford
- 2006: Claudia Brochinsky
- 2007: Mary Vanesko
- 2008: Tameka Johnson
- 2009: Anne-Ashley Field
Amy D. Goldring Memorial Award
Initiated by the Occupational Therapy class of 1999 in memory of their classmate. It is awarded to the student who exemplifies the professional and personal qualities of perseverance, selflessness, creativity, vitality and humor.
- 1999: Ilana Gallagher
- 2000: Lisa A. Hornberger
- 2001: Suzanne Casella
- 2002: Christina F. Varner
- 2003: Alisha Morton
- 2004: Natalie A. Sandiford
- 2005: Kathryn A. Wien
- 2006: Kristin Ehmann
- 2007: Heather Haggerty
- 2008: Keith Parker
- 2009: Deana M. Miller
Academic Scholarship Award
Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association Scholarship.
- 2009: Lawrence Stevenson
Elizabeth Tiffany Award
Awarded to a student who demonstrates leadership qualities, and who has the potential ability to move the profession forward.
Recent Masters Degree Thesis Completed
Giller, Susanne Herbert (January, 2006) A study of peripheral blood flow, skin conductance and heart rate during the sit to stand test in adults with sensory modulation dysfunction.
Johnson, Arley (January, 2006) Impact of occupational therapy level II fieldwork students on productivity and time utilization in clinical fieldwork site.
Ma, Muoi (May, 2006) Sensory defensiveness and social supports.
Paffett, Danielle (May, 2006) An exploratory study of the outcomes of individuals with neurological conditions receiving occupational therapy and botulinum toxin for spasticity management.
Tyszka, Andrea Carr (May, 2006) Exploration of health promoting behaviors, health-related quality of life, and role participation of women with Multiple Sclerosis.
Gagajewski, Stephen (August, 2006) Sensory processing and regulatory skills as protective factors to enhance resiliency.
Ramsey, J. (2007). Study of the effectiveness of an occupational therapy social skills groups.
Ezdon, C. (2008). Experience of adults with Asperger Syndrome: Ability to modulate sensory perceptions and its perceived impact on social interactions.
Kerrigan, N. (2008). Does Dysfunction in Sensory Processing Affect Participation in Everyday Occupations in Adults’ Ages 21-65 Years Old that are Diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome.
Lash, Jennifer. (2009). The effects of the installation of sound absorbing wall material in a classroom setting on attention and engagement in students with Autism.
Roan, Cecilia. (2009). The effect of halogen versus fluorescent lighting on attending behavior in students with Autism during classroom learning activities.
Giazonni-Fialko, Tina. (2011). Positive experiences and meaningful interventions of parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Joys and obstacles in the flow of life.
Muro, Kate. (2011). Sensory processing disorders and ADHD subtypes.
Ellner, Matt. (2011). A qualitative study: Perspectives from students with Autism on classroom environmental adaptations for the enhancement of attention and engagement during learning tasks