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First-year Occupational Therapy Student Named Presidential Ambassador Scholar

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Tuesday, May 2, 2017


By Kate Huger

As an undergraduate, Joey Hernandez double-majored in psychology and mass communication and continually thought about an occupational therapy (OT) career.

“Occupational therapy was always on my radar, even since I was younger,” recalled Hernandez.  He worked for three years, first as a behavioral therapist and then in early child interventionist, while taking classes to prepare for graduate school. It was during his time in early child intervention that Hernandez observed occupational therapists at work.

“I got to see first-hand what they did,” he said.

His decision made, Hernandez applied to and enrolled in the occupational therapy master’s program at UT Health San Antonio.

His choice was recently affirmed, as Hernandez, a first-year MOT student, received a Presidential Ambassador Scholarship. One scholar was chosen from each of the five schools and each received a medal, certificate and a $2,000 scholarship at the April 13 award ceremony.

“It was very unexpected,” he said of the honor. “It’s a humbling experience to be nominated for an award like this.”

Hernandez, who will graduate in December 2018, is looking forward to learning more about different settings as he continues clinical rotations.

Bridgette Piernik-Yoder, Ph.D., OTR, associate professor and Interim Chair of the Department of Occupational Therapy, nominated Hernandez, noting his strong academic record and robust volunteer efforts, as well as his demonstrated ability to represent the university to prospective students.

“When anyone spends even a few minutes with Mr. Hernandez, they will be taken with his poise, professionalism and excellent communication skills,” she wrote in his nomination letter. “In summary, Mr. Hernandez demonstrates excellence in all of his academic and professional endeavors. His commitment to education, community service, along with his leadership and communication skills will enable him to be an exceptional representative.”

 

 


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