Supawadee Lee

Dr. Supawadee Lee is a tenured Associate Professor and Founding Program Director of the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) program at Pace University's College of Health Professions. She pioneered Pace's first blended (hybrid) weekday OT program launched in 2019. With over 20 years' experience, her roles include program directorships at multiple institutions and NBCOT exam item writing. She holds BS/MS/MA/PhD degrees from Chiang Mai University, Mahidol University, and New York University, with licensure in NY and NJ.

Her research focuses on visual perception interventions, mobile technology in OT practice, ethics education, and OT curriculum innovation. Notable awards include the 2020 Credentialed Leader in Academia and multiple Pace University grants. She has presented at international conferences and published in journals like Journal of Occupational Therapy Education and Journal of Occupational Therapy, Schools, & Early Intervention.

Licensures include NBCOT certification and Sensory Integration specialization. Professional service includes roles with the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and editorial boards. Current initiatives emphasize technology integration in OT education and interprofessional collaboration.