President

Julia Graham, OTD, MFA, OTR/L

Where are you from?

I mostly grew up in Cincinnati, but moved to Seattle during high school. Since then, I have lived in New York City, San Francisco, and Nashville.

What school did you graduate from?

I received a BA in Dance Education from Hunter College, an MFA from Sarah Lawrence College, and an OTD from Belmont University.

What do you currently do?

I am a professor at Hawai'i Pacific University. Prior to academia, I was an acute care OT.

Why did you decide to  pursue a career in occupational therapy?

I wanted to serve others in a holistic way that allowed me to be collaborative, creative, and science-driven.

What energizes you at work?

Watching people achieve their goals!

What drains you at work?

Thinking about healthcare inequalities and occupational injustice.

What are some of your current hobbies?

I love gardening, cooking, swimming, yoga, and spending time with my SO and dogs.

What is one hobby that you'd love to get into?

I would love to be able to knit.

What's one item you can't leave the house without?

Wallet, phone, keys, and sunglasses.

What are you currently watching on Netflix/TV?

I love ensemble comedies and dramas (i.e., Schitt's Creek, Ozark, Parks and Rec).