The GW Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA) chapter was created to provide awareness of the occupational therapy profession and to represent our fellow students and community through one unifying voice. We strive to foster opportunities and access to resources, to promote personal growth, and well-being to the cohorts and our community. As a team, we create opportunities for professional development to further student leadership skills and provide a safe space for collaboration among our members.
Mission
To advocate for the profession of occupational therapy and foster a space for student leadership, development, and service to the community.
Executive Chair Positions
SOTA Members at large play a vital role in representing student interests who are enrolled in the program. Members have the opportunity to provide feedback on policies and events, and advocate for the needs of their peers.
President
Justine Williams
Vice President
Jenny Kim
Secretary
Celia Accardi
Treasurer
Rachel Metts
Fundraising
Meghan Moriarty
Fundraising
Maya Chavez
Public Relations
Vincent Walters
Social Media
Meghan Ofori
Community Service
Katie Jewett
Community Service
Emma Screws
Newsletter Editor
Marisa D'Imperio
Newsletter Editor
Yewande Sofola
Historian
Rebecca Warren
Professional Development
Natalie Harper
Social Relations
Bri Shust
GW SOTA Newsletters
- 2024 Newsletters
- 2023 Newsletters
To place an advertisement in the SOTA Newsletter, contact Marisa D'Imperio at marisa [dot] dimperio [at] gwmail [dot] gwu [dot] edu (marisa[dot]dimperio[at]gwmail[dot]gwu[dot]edu).
GW SOTA Events
- Professional Development
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2023-2024
- Smithsonian Accessibility Tour Event
- Deaf Culture and Advocacy Speaker, Michael O’Donnell
2022-2023
- Smithsonian Accessibility Tour
- Guest speaker- professional memberships in OT, Vikram Pagpatan
- Community Service
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2023-2024
- Autism Speaks Potomac 5k
- St. Matthews Community Health Fair
- Treats for Troops
- Holiday Cards Workshop (L’Arche)
- Best Buddies Homecoming & Gala
- Valentine’s Day Cards Workshop (L’Arche)
- L’Arche Monthly Dinners
- Best Buddies Friendship Walk
- L’Arche Movie Night
- Arthritis Walk Kick-Off at Tonic
- Arthritis Foundation Walk
2022-2023
- Blankets & Donuts Service Event & Instagram Bingo Board Fundraiser (For the D.C. Unhoused Population)
- Best Buddies Friendship Walk
- Volunteering at the DC Center for the LGBTQ+ Community
- Social
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2023-2024
- SOTA Halloween Costume Party
2022-2023
- SOTA Social at Tonic
- SOTA Halloween Party
- SOTA OT/PT Mixer at Tonic
- SOTA OT/PT Scavenger Hunt
- Fundraising
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2023-2024
- SOTA Bake Sale (Fundraiser for St. Catherine’s Challenge)
- Cupids in Motion Fundraiser
- SOTA Panera Fundraiser
- SOTA Chipotle Fundraiser
2022-2023
- Valentine’s Day Fundraiser
- St. Patrick’s Day Raffle/Bake Sale
- Philanthropy
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2023-2024
- SOTA Scavenger Hunt
- Assembly of Student Delegates
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2023-2024
- AOTA Guest Speaker, Caitlin Halloran Edwards
- AOTA Inspire 2023 Conference Presentation
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AOTA Resources
Lecture by Vikram Pagpatan, AOTA Board Director
An International Organization dedicated to creating one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Fatima Koroma and Collese Daley
Elise Jernigan, Claudia Carey, Rachel Metts supporting St. Catherine's Challenge for occupational therapy research.
Philanthropic activity based on the mission, vision, and values of the organization: Living Classrooms.
Top Row: Carolin Capurro, Pranathi Meda, Bri Shust. Bottom Row: Jenny Kim, Natalie Harper, Tori Leger
Lecture by Professor Michael O'Donnell, a Member of Deaf Community
Tori Leger and Clinton Mullins creating Valentine's Day cards for older adults with intellectual disabilities at L'Arche.