Dr. Wendi Buckley, OTD, MS, OTR, is an Assistant Professor in the School of Rehabilitation Sciences at IU South Bend. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Gerontology, a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy, and a Post-Professional Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (OTD). With extensive clinical experience, Dr. Buckley has worked in acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, home health, and school-based settings, with a particular focus on school-based practice, assistive technology, and autism.
Within IU South Bend MSOT program, Dr. Buckley teaches courses in Pediatrics, Health and Wellness, Evidence-Based Practice, Professionalism, and Assistive Technology. Her research interests encompass the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, nature-based practice, and assistive technology. A strong advocate of problem-based learning, Dr. Buckley integrates practical, hands-on experiences into her teaching.
In addition to her academic role, she continues to practice clinically in acute and inpatient adult settings. She recently fulfilled her vision of launching a nature-based business, where she organizes summer nature camps for children with disabilities. Outside of work, Dr. Buckley enjoys traveling and watching sports with her family.
