Jennifer Tokash

Jennifer Tokash is a Clinical Associate Professor and Academic Fieldwork Coordinator at Pace University's College of Health Professions, Department of Occupational Therapy. With 27 years of clinical experience in neurorehabilitation and traumatic brain injury, she advocates for occupation-based practice and innovative interprofessional education. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes student-centered approaches and has earned her the 2023 Dean's Award for Outstanding Teaching.

Education: OTD (Touro University), MS (Chatham University), BS (Bethany College).

Research focuses on peer teaching pedagogy, clinical fieldwork accessibility, and dignity in activities of daily living (ADLs). She has presented at global conferences like WFOT and AOTA, addressing topics such as interprofessional education and pandemic-era clinical practices. Key publications explore social media in academia and stroke rehabilitation during the pandemic.

Awards: 2024 NYSOTA Merit Award for Service and 2023 Dean’s Teaching Award.

Service roles include leading Pace’s Interprofessional Clinical Coordinators and serving as Communities of Practice Liaison for NYSOTA. Active memberships include AOTA, NYSOTA, and the American Brain Injury Society.

Her work bridges clinical practice and education, emphasizing collaborative learning and evidence-based strategies to enhance patient outcomes and student development.