Sunny Koh – ’24 M.S. Occupational Therapy
Meet Sunny Koh an M.S. Occupational Therapy student, and 2024-2025 Human Rights Institute (HRI) Aris Anagnos Graduate Student Research Scholarship recipient!
This prestigious scholarship is awarded to students who are advancing graduate research and championing human and civil rights. It is named in tribute to Aris Anagnos whose lifelong commitment to human rights and justice serves as an inspiration.
Sunny enthusiastically expressed her gratitude for being this year’s recipient, stating, “this scholarship is incredibly meaningful to me. It reaffirms my commitment to making a positive impact in the field of occupational therapy and highlights the importance of supporting underserved populations. I am motivated by the desire to enhance the quality of life for individuals through innovative and inclusive practices.”
Sunny offered a compelling overview of her current research project, highlighting its significance and impact. Her project examines the effectiveness of telehealth services for disabled youth and other underserved populations. Sunny’s work is centered on assessing how telehealth can bridge gaps in access to care, boost engagement, and enhance health outcomes for these groups in the post-pandemic era.
After graduation, Sunny plans to advance her research and present her findings as an occupational therapist specializing in telehealth and innovative therapy solutions at INSPIRE 2025 in Philadelphia PA (April 3-5, 2025). She’s excited to improve accessibility and effectiveness in therapy services. This past summer, she had the opportunity to work with Outdoor Kids Occupational Therapy (OKOT) in outdoor-based, nature-intensive therapy, which deepened her enthusiasm for using nature in therapy.
Sunny’s experience and dedication to advancing research and championing human rights are designed to bring fresh, impactful changes to the field—and we can’t wait to see what she accomplishes next! Congratulations, Sunny!
Applicants interested in applying to the scholarship next year, can visit this website for more information.