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Richard (Rick) Hobbs

Dr. Richard (Rick) W. Hobbs

Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy Program

Contact

  • hobbs@usi.edu
  • Stone Family Center for Health Sciences , 3041
  • 812-492-7811

Bio

Background

  • Has been employed at USI since 1993
  • Has worked as a clinician, manager, and consultant within the field of OT
  • Has worked in settings including schools, hospitals, out-patient rehab, home health, academia, and community organizations.
  • Has consulted with community organizations on after school programs and accessibility concerns

Education and Certifications

Doctor of Health Science in Occupational Therapy--2014 from University of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana

Masters of Art in Liberal Studies—1999 from University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, Indiana           

Bachelor of Science in Communications Theatre Emphasis—1997 from University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, Indiana

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy—1979 from Indiana University, Indianapolis, Indiana

Research

  • Accessibility of Religious Organization
  • Community OT

Selected Publications

Hobbs, R., Fogo, J., & Bonham, C.E. (2016). Individuals with disabilities: Critical factors that facilitate integration in Christian religious communities. Journal of Rehabilitation, 82(1), 36-46. 

Luebben, A. J., & Hobbs, R. (2004). Individual accountability within assistive technology cooperative learning groups. In J. Minkle (Ed.) Technology and Disability: Research, Design, Practice and Policy. [Electronic Version] Arlington, VA:  RESNA Press.

Hobbs, R.  & Luebben, A.J. (2003) GO! Graphic organizers as scaffolding for successful student learning. In The Academic Performance of Students: Legal and Ethical Issues Abstracts. University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, Indiana.

Hobbs, R. & Luebben, A.J. (2002) Journal writing: Parameters for success. In Designing Innovative teaching Strategies: Enhancing Learning Environments Abstracts. University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, Indiana:.

Professional Organizations

  • AOTA
  • IOTA