Student Testimonials

Anne Cunningham

I could not be more grateful that I chose to attend BU for my graduate studies in occupational therapy. Finding the right fit for a school was daunting to say the least, but BU has brought me such a wonderful community that feels like a family more than a competitive schooling environment. I have had support every step of the way in this process, both personally and academically. The entry-level doctoral program in occupational therapy looks holistically at a client, which is helping develop me into a well-rounded future practitioner. The fieldwork opportunities available through BU provide a wonderful insight into the myriad ways that occupational therapy may be practiced. The inter-professional education program at Sargent College is especially important in providing opportunities for different disciplines to work cohesively in a team to ensure the best care of a patient and to practice skills in communication through a variety of simulations.

Jennifer Bleakney

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Jackson Miller

I greatly enjoyed my time at BU in the OTD program. In addition to receiving a high-quality education, I also made lifelong connections with classmates and BU faculty. My favorite aspects of the program include the small class sizes, expert faculty mentorship, and access to the extensive resources at BU and in the greater Boston area. After graduating from BU in 2021, I worked as an occupational therapist both in acute care and home health settings. Currently, I serve as an assistant professor of occupational therapy at an OTD program in Tennessee. I strongly believe that my unique experiences in the BU OTD program have opened the door to many opportunities since graduation. I highly recommend this program as the faculty members are outstanding and the quality of education is truly unmatched.

Julia Drahzal

Upon my arrival at BU, I realized a need for additional student-led programming to support academic achievement, social bonding, and volunteerism in the community. When I approached the OT department with a concept for a brand new organization, they embraced the idea with enthusiasm. The amount of support we received (and continue to receive) from the faculty in building this organization demonstrates their dedication to student success and enjoyment.

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BU’s EL-OTD program equipped me with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to pursue my dreams and meet real needs in my community. I am so grateful for the ongoing connections and relationships I have with my colleagues who are always willing to support, encourage, and cheer each other on.

Dhivya Gunasekear

The holistic approach to learning in the OTD program has allowed me to explore various topics within Occupational therapy and equip me with the skill set required to be successful in my future career. One of my favorite experiences in the OTD program so far has been my Level I fieldwork placements, where I have had the opportunity to transfer the knowledge I gained from coursework to real life clinical scenarios while working alongside and learning from highly-skilled professionals in the field.