Winnie Dunn

Winnie Dunn is a Professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy at the University of Missouri. She is an OTR/L (Occupational Therapy Registered/Licensed) and FAOTA (Fellow of the American Occupational Therapy Association), reflecting her distinguished contributions to the field.

• Education:
  • Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy, University of Missouri
  • Master of Science in Education – Special Education – Learning Disabilities, University of Missouri
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Neuroscience, University of Kansas

Her research focuses on the impact of sensory processing on everyday life, evidence-based coaching practices, strengths-based approaches, and community-based interventions. These areas align with her dedication to advancing occupational therapy through practical, client-centered methodologies.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Award of Merit, AOTA (1991)
  • AOTF Academy of Research (1993)
  • Eleanor Clarke Slagle Lectureship (2001)
  • A. Jean Ayres Research Award (2003)
  • William T. Kemper Teaching Fellowship (2004)
  • Chancellor’s Club Teaching Professorship (2011)
  • Doctorate of Honorary Letters, A. Still University (2013)
  • 100 Influential People in Occupational Therapy (2017)