School & Alumni News

TWU occupational therapy graduate has a passion for helping others

Houston native Anthony Bui wanted to make a difference in the world, but wasn’t sure how to accomplish that. He knew it would involve serving others, though, and joined the U.S. Marine Corps right after graduating high school. Now, he’s set to receive his Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) degree in Texas Woman’s May 2021 Houston commencement ceremony.

TWU alumnus, faculty member awarded for career of service

From a young age, Texas Woman’s alumnus and School of Occupational Therapy Associate Clinical Professor William Sit (MA ’99, PhD ’04), wanted to pursue a career in healthcare and volunteer in various settings. Those desires have led him to a three-decades-long career as an occupational therapist, inspired a passion for teaching and resulted in him being named 2020 Texas Occupational Therapist of the Year by the Texas Occupational Therapy Association (TOTA).

Alumni News: Michelle Brown

Michelle Brown, OTD, OTR/L, BCP ’79 was recently appointed to the American Occupational Therapy Association Commission on Continuing Competence in Professional Development.

Alumni News: Charles Williams

Charles Williams ’95, ’97 is the new president of Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest in Waco, Texas.

TWU Houston School of Occupational Therapy named for alumna Dr. Sophie Rydin

Texas Woman’s University is honoring the legacy of Dr. Sophie Lin Rydin, occupational therapy alumna (MOT ’78, PhD ’07) and adjunct professor, through the naming of the Dr. Sophie Lin Rydin School of Occupational Therapy - TWU Houston Center.