Lorrie A. George-Paschal

Lorrie A. George-Paschal is a Professor and Research Coordinator at the University of Central Arkansas (UCA) in the College of Health and Behavioral Sciences. She has been affiliated with UCA since 1993, contributing to academic programs, research, and community engagement initiatives.

• Doctor of Philosophy in Occupational Therapy, Texas Woman’s University (2001)
• Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, Texas Woman’s University (1996)
• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy, University of Central Arkansas (1983)

Her research focuses on instrument development grounded in the Theory of Occupational Therapy, the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, and Community-Based Practice. She also specializes in adult physical disabilities and assistive technology.

Dr. George-Paschal oversees the kai mentoring club for the Faulkner County Juvenile Drug Court, applying the Theory of Occupational Adaptation to engage adolescents in positive goal-oriented activities.