Date Presented 04/05/19 The purpose of this phenomenological study was to explore how individuals with Parkinson’s disease (PD) perceived noncontact boxing to influence their social and community engagement. This study found that those with PD who perceived noncontact boxing positively were positively influenced by it in both their social engagement and their physical and cognitive abilities. This study supports the feasibility of clinicians to utilize community-based, movement-focused activities to assist in the management of PD symptomology. Primary Author and Speaker: Casey Humphrey Additional Authors and Speakers: Dana Howell Contributing Authors: Melba Custer

Date Presented 04/05/19 This pilot study investigated the effects of mantra meditation on attention and related daily life participation after stroke. The primary outcome was attention measured with a computerized neuropsychological test. Primary data indicated an effect for one subject only. More research on what client factors or other variables may influence attention- and participation-related outcomes of mantra meditation will lay groundwork for clinical translation studies of this intervention. Primary Author and Speaker: Cheryl Carrico Contributing Authors: Dana Howell, John Patterson, Richard Andreatta, Lumy Sawaki

Date Presented 04/05/19 As an ergonomic intervention follow-up, this study will be important as it shows that ergonomic assessments are substantial in producing prolonged health and wellness, increased knowledge of ergonomics, and workstation safety in order to further reduce risk for injury for computer workers. It also demonstrates OT’s ability to sustain ergonomic programs over a period of time to improve worker safety. Primary Author and Speaker: Jessica Maxwell Additional Authors and Speakers: Dana Howell, Renee Causey-Upton

Date Presented 4/19/2018 Finding balance between work and personal life for novice occupational therapists is difficult because the first years of practice are inherently stressful. Implications of this study examining experiences of novice therapists include providing better support to promote their health, quality of life, and occupational balance. Primary Author and Speaker: Mary Wagner Additional Authors and Speakers: Renee Causey-Upton, Dana Howell, Melba Custer

Date Presented 3/31/2017 Educational institutions offer transformative opportunities for veterans transitioning from the military. This presentation covers the findings of a three-part dissertation investigating veteran experiences transitioning to postsecondary education. Primary Author and Speaker: Brian Gregg Contributing Authors: Anne Shordike, Dana Howell, Patrick H. Kitzman, Michael K. Iwama