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Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA)
SOTA offers opportunities to all interested in Occupational Therapy, This college-level association is linked with both the state and national level OT associations.
Through SOTA you can learn about OT, express your ideas, be an advocate for recipients of occupational therapy services, volunteer in the community, raise funds for charity organizations, and become involved in campus activities. The organization is dedicated to creating cohesion in our campus community and facilitating unity between students and faculty.
Diverse-OT, UW-Milwaukee Chapter
Diverse-OT is a student-led group affiliated with a national nonprofit organization that promotes dialogue and learning around inclusion and access within the occupational therapy profession. At 51ÁÔÆæ, the chapter fosters an inclusive environment by supporting student engagement, providing peer mentorship, and collaborating with faculty and local organizations.
Initiatives include inviting guest speakers, hosting student discussions, and encouraging community involvement. The group aims to enhance the student experience and contribute to culturally responsive occupational therapy education.
Volunteer Service
The 51ÁÔÆæ Center for Community-Based Learning, Leadership, and Research provides the campus with different opportunities to volunteer throughout the city and beyond. There are opportunities to make a real difference by working to improve the environment, mentoring local kids, stocking shelves at a food pantry, serving breakfast to Milwaukee’s homeless community, engaging in an alternative spring break, and helping older adults.