Wendi Buckley

Dr. Wendi Buckley serves as an Assistant Professor in the School of Rehabilitation Sciences at Indiana University South Bend, contributing to the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) program with extensive clinical expertise spanning acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, home health, and school-based settings.

Her educational credentials include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Gerontology
• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy
• Post-Professional Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (OTD)

Dr. Buckley's research centers on Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, nature-based therapeutic practices, and assistive technology applications. She champions problem-based learning methodologies, integrating hands-on clinical experiences into core courses including Pediatrics, Health and Wellness, Evidence-Based Practice, Professionalism, and Assistive Technology. Her work particularly emphasizes pediatric interventions and autism spectrum support.

Beyond academic responsibilities, she maintains active clinical practice in adult acute and inpatient rehabilitation settings while operating a nature-based business providing specialized summer camps for children with disabilities.