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The University of Iowa Therapeutic Recreation Advisory Board serves as a collaborative forum that brings together faculty, staff, professionals, alumni, and students to share current knowledge, analyze trends, review curriculum, and explore opportunities for collaboration. This board was established in 2023 with an inaugural group that has served as foundational members.
Board members participate in three meetings each year—held in the fall, spring, and summer—either on the University of Iowa campus or virtually. In addition to meetings, members may also participate in additional projects or committee work based on their interests and availability. Active membership is structured as a one-year term, renewable annually for up to three years, allowing for both continuity and new perspectives.
Through their service, members help shape the future of Therapeutic Recreation at the University of Iowa, support the student experience, and strengthen the department’s commitment to excellence.
If you are interested in being a part of this group, please email Bri Swope (bri-swope@uiowa.edu).
Active members
The Therapeutic Recreation program and faculty thanks these distinguished board members for their participation and support:
(* indicates inaugural members)
Kendal Anderson, CTRS (21BS)
UI REACH
Joey Bruggeman (23BS)
On With Life
Tracey Crawford*, CTRS (90BA)
Access to Growth
Alicia Kaleta*, CTRS (22BS)
PA Peterson at the Citadel
Hannah Lenth*, CTRS (15BS)
Pathways Adult Day Health Center
Kayleigh Medhurst (25BS)
Clive Behavioral Health
Lindsey Reed*, CTRS (05BS)
Oaknoll
Melissa Wagner (Liebold) (07BS)
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
Past members
Adam Drury-Aldrich* (05BS)
Oakdale
Jon Mitchell*, CTRS (07MA)
University of Iowa Healthcare
Justine Rosberg*, CTRS (21BS)
ChildServe
Megan Trimble*, CTRS (17BS)
Veteran’s Association