The Pre-Occupational Therapy Club mission is to develop professional skills and knowledge for students at the University of New Mexico who plan on or are interested in pursuing a career in Occupational Therapy.
Our club provides:
Professional experiences within the University and the community.
Assistance to students who are applying to Occupational Therapy school.
A professional network with fellow students and peers.
Aid to acquire internships/volunteering hours needed to apply to Occupational Therapy School
Spring Schedule, 2025
Meeting 1: Feb 27th @ 5:30 in Room Fiesta A in Student Union Building (Main Campus) Topic: Feedback from recent accepted OT applicants
Meeting 2: March 27th @ 5:30 pm in OT Lab (North Campus) Topic: OT 2024 students “Teach a skill” and North Campus Tour (with pizza!)
Meeting 3: April 24th @ 5:30 pm in Cochiti- Student Union Bldg (Main Campus) Topic: Pediatric OT Guest Speaker
If you would like to be added to the Pre-OT Club email list, please send an email to preotclub@unm.edu with your name and email address.
Interested in shadowing opportunities at the University of New Mexico Hospital? Email prehealthprofessions@unm.edu to join the Pre-Health Professionals Listserv and learn about credentialing!
Volunteer Opportunities!
Volunteer opportunities still are available at a number of locations within the UNM Hospital system, including many clinical areas. A volunteer may work any portion of time, in at least a 2-hr block, Monday-Friday between 7:30AM and 6PM. Your volunteer schedule will be arranged by you and the staff as needed. If interested, contact the Volunteer Office to find out more about oppportunities and to set up a phone interview as well interview with the department. The Volunteer Office is asking for at least a 3-month commitment. UNMH Volunteer Office: 505 272-2356, volunteers@salud.unm.edu
