Category: Stanbridge Life

Alumni Spotlight: VN Grad and Nelson Mandela Award Winner Ashley Perkins

Stanbridge University awards the Nelson Mandela Inspiration Award to an alum who has demonstrated exceptional perseverance and dedication to scholarship, leadership, and service despite hardship or challenges.  This year’s recipient is Ms. Ashley Perkins, a 2024 Vocational Nursing graduate.   Impact of Winning an Award  Winning an award is a transformative experience; for Ms. Perkins, it […]

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Key Traits of Occupational Therapy Assistants

As you consider or pursue a career as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), you’re stepping into a rewarding field that profoundly impacts people’s lives. Whether exploring OTA programs or already immersed in your studies, cultivating certain traits will help you in your education. Below are six key traits that will help you through any occupational […]

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Stanbridge University Reaccredited with the We Invest in People Standard by Investors in People

IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 28, 2024 — Stanbridge University is excited to share that it has been reaccredited by Investors in People and achieved the We Invest in People standard, joining 15,000 organizations across 75 countries to make work better. Paul Devoy, CEO of Investors in People, congratulated Stanbridge University, stating, “Being accredited with We Invest […]

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Alumni Spotlight: Thomas A. Fuentes Community Service Award Winner, Kristen Vaughn

Alumni Spotlight: Thomas A. Fuentes Community Service Award Winner, Kristen Vaughn

Stanbridge University awards the Thomas A. Fuentes Community Service Award to a graduate who has made a significant impact on the community by serving those in need. This year’s recipient is Kristen Vaughn, a 2023 Veterinary Technology graduate. Describe the scope of your community service. I volunteered with the Little Lion Foundation, also known as […]

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Alumni Spotlight: VN Grad and Nelson Mandela Award Winner Jonna Cody

Alumni Spotlight: VN Grad and Nelson Mandela Award Winner Jonna Cody

Stanbridge University awards the Nelson Mandela Inspiration Award to an alumnus who has demonstrated exceptional perseverance and dedication to scholarship, leadership, and service despite hardship or challenges. This year’s recipient is Ms. Jonna Carupo Cody, a 2023 Vocational Nursing graduate. Why did you want to become a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)? I’ve been a caregiver […]

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Fellowship Stories: MSOT Graduate Student Talin Mirzaei

Fellowship Stories: MSOT Graduate Student Talin Mirzaei

Join us in congratulating Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) graduate student Talin Mirzaei, a recipient of the LEAD California Community Engagement Student Fellowship. Through this fellowship, Talin partnered with an adaptive riding program called NDR Therapeutic Riding, a program offering equine-assisted activities (EAA) for people with disabilities.

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Academic Showcase Spotlight: Occupational Therapy Student Aaron Ontiveros

Academic Showcase Spotlight: Occupational Therapy Student Aaron Ontiveros

Stanbridge University proudly presents Student Stories, highlighting the diverse and inspiring experiences of our healthcare students. This week’s feature follows Aaron Ontiveros, a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) student who, alongside his thesis group advised by Dr. Bill Wong, OTD, OTR/L, achieved an impressive milestone – presenting research at Stanbridge University’s Winter 2022 […]

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2023 Stanbridge University Student Leadership Summit

2023 Stanbridge University Student Leadership Summit

In January, the executive board members of Stanbridge University’s student organizations convened for the 2023 Student Leadership Summit to network with fellow student organization leaders.

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Fellowship Stories: MSOT Graduate Student Niya Custer

Fellowship Stories: MSOT Graduate Student Niya Custer

Join us in congratulating Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) graduate student Niya Custer, a 2022 Stanbridge University Presidential Community Impact Fellow. Through this fellowship, Niya partnered with an adaptive dance program called Down For Dance to empower individuals with Down syndrome to build a stronger sense of self through dance.

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Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Kaitlin O’Hara, MSOT Instructor

Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Kaitlin O'Hara, MSOT Instructor

This week’s Faculty Spotlight brings us a story of passion, growth, and success. We’re getting to know Dr. Kaitlin O’Hara, an instructor in the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MOT) program at the Orange County campus (and avid rock climber!), as she shares her experience at the Occupational Therapy Association of California (OTAC) Annual […]

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