Morgan Cargiulo

3234 Hearthstone Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042

Education
Doctor of Occupational Therapy, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA, Expected December 2021

Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA May 2020

Fieldwork Experience
Doctoral Capstone Experience (DCE): Compass Inclusive Higher Education Program, June 2021-September 2021
● Researched, created, and presented workshops for peer mentors at Duquesne University, Temple University, and
Gwynedd Mercy University on best practices for supporting students with intellectual and developmental
disabilities for 560 hours
Fieldwork IIB: Northwest Hospital, Randallstown, MD, September 2020 -December 2020
● Evaluated and treated patients in both the acute care and outpatient settings with a treatment focus on client
centered remediation and compensatory treatment to improve client function. Provided patient education on use of
equipment, home safety, and home exercise programs. Completed evaluations, discharge instructions, daily
documentation, and participated in interdisciplinary meetings weekly.
Fieldwork IIA: Washington DC VA Medical Center; Washington, DC, July 2020 -September 2020
● Treated a full acute care caseload, designed client-centered treatment utilizing biomechanical and rehabilitation
frameworks. Provided patient education on use of adaptive equipment, home safety, scope of practice, completed
evaluations, discharge instructions, daily documentation, and participated in interdisciplinary meetings to
advocate for patient needs.
Fieldwork IB: Simucase May 2020
● Completed simulations with patients to develop clinical reasoning skills by completing and making decisions
through the OT process including screening, evaluation/assessment, intervention, goal writing, and discharge.
Fieldwork 1C: Auberle 412 Youth Zone, Pittsburgh, PA August 2019-May 2020
● Led weekly programs about psychosocial topics including self-esteem and self-awareness to promote
independence and goal achievement for youth ages 16-23 experiencing homelessness.
Fieldwork 1A: Specialized Transition Program, Kennedy Krieger Baltimore, MD December 2019
● Collaborated with the occupational therapist and the interdisciplinary team to assess and treat children with
cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and developmental disabilities ages 3-17.
Community Engagement: Sally & Howard Levin Clubhouse Pittsburgh, PA May-June 2019
● Created and implemented weekly programs to promote social participation, vocation skills, and mindfulness for
adults with mental health diagnoses.

Scholarship
Student Researcher, Occupational Therapy Department, Duquesne University July 2019-August 2020
● Collaborated with faculty members to conduct research with Duquesne University students with intellectual and
developmental disabilities to evaluate their acclimation to campus life, campus mobility, and social capital.
Presenter
● Blaskowitz, M., Pustorino-Clevenger, A., Cargiulo, M., & Kraft, J. (2020, March 29). Developing Inclusive
Higher- Education (IHE) Programs for Youth With Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities at the Intersection of
Research & Practice [Conference presentation]. American Occupational Therapy Association.
● Blaskowitz, M., Pustorino-Clevenger, A., Cargiulo, M., Carretta, R., Borovich, O., Killion, M., & Naegler, E.
(2021, April 7). Welcome to College! OT's Role in Implementing Inclusive Postsecondary Education for Students
With Intellectual Disability [Conference presentation]. American Occupational Therapy Association.
● Blaskowitz, M., Pustorino-Clevenger, A., Cargiulo, M., & Raymond, A. (2021, June 22). How Technology
Supports for Students Helped to Shape Workforce Preparedness, Self-Determination and Academic Success:
Reflections on Piloting an Inclusive Post-Secondary Program During a Pandemic [Conference presentation].
American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
● Vazquez, C., Pearson, N., Raymond, A., Cargiulo, M., & Killion, M. (2020, October 9). Finding your people or
your tribe [Conference presentation]. State of the Art Student Leadership Conference.
Leadership and Service
Member, Pi Kappa Epsilon: Professional Health Science Honor Society Pittsburgh, PA 2018-2020
● Attended all required meetings and completed service hours and interprofessional events and assisted in running a
fundraiser for the American Cancer Society.
Team Leader, Duquesne University Orientation, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA March 2018-September 2019
● Assisted in planning Duquesne’s award-winning orientation program
● Led a group of seventeen freshman to get them acclimated to Duquesne University and Pittsburgh
● Facilitated conversations with students and family members on transition issues
● Mentored new students to promote success in college.
Vice President of Membership, Gamma Sigma Sigma: National Service Sorority Duquesne University Pittsburgh, PA
December 2018-December 2019
● Designed and implemented Fall and Spring recruitment for over 100 new members.
● Collaborated with executive board to ensure all members completed social and services requirements.
● Organized social events for over 200 members.
● Communicated with the national director and faculty coordinator to complete national requirements.
New Member Educator, Gamma Sigma Sigma: National Service Sorority Duquesne University Pittsburgh, PA May
2018-December 2018
● Responsible for all new members and ensuring they complete all requirements to become a member of the
sorority, led weekly meetings, and completed over twenty-five community service hours per semester and
attended all required meetings and events.
Student Ambassador, Occupational Therapy Depart. Duquesne University Pittsburgh, PA January 2017-May 2020
● Assisted faculty with recruitment efforts for students and families, welcomed incoming freshmen, and coordinated
with the chair of the Occupational Therapy Department.
Class Representative, Student Occupational Therapy Association Duquesne University Pittsburgh, PA September
2016-May 2020
● Communicated with the board and my cohort to address all opportunities and updates and coordinated a
fundraiser for cystic fibrosis.
Peer Minister, Church of the Resurrection Ellicott City, MD July 2012-June 2016
● Organized weekend retreats and weekly classes to prepare high school freshmen for their confirmation.
Participant, Good Works Work Camp Coatesville, PA May 2013- July 2016
● Traveled to low income areas in Pennsylvania to participate in the rebuilding of houses.
Member, Leadership U Howard County, MD January 2014-December 2014
● Attended summer-long leadership training program, worked with county government officials, and organized a
fundraising project to purchase gift bags for children being discharged from the hospital.

Employment Experience
Vocational Habilitation Aide, PALCO Inc., Pittsburgh, PA January 2021-present
● Assist students with intellectual and developmental disability by teaching IADLs, time management, and social
skills and collaborate with parents weekly.
Graduate Assistant, Compass Inclusive Higher Education Program, Pittsburgh, PA January 2021-Present
● Collaborate with directors, train peer mentors, co-lead and coordinate peer-mentor meetings, and create guided
notes for students.
Manager, North Saint John’s Swim and Tennis Club Ellicott City, MD May 2016-present
● Create a weekly schedule for over 35 lifeguards, supervise lifeguard staff, and communicate daily with the board
president and vice-president.
Tutor/Peer Mentor, Compass Inclusive Higher Education Program Duquesne University Pittsburgh, PA August
2019-August 2020
● Provided academic and social supports to students with intellectual and developmental disabilities and modified
assignments to meet the needs of the students.
Art Director, North Saint John’s Swim and Tennis Club Ellicott City, MD May 2016-present
● Created activities for children with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Lifeguard, North Saint John’s Swim and Tennis Club Ellicott City, MD March 2013-May 2016
● Provided safety and first aid assistance
Swim coach and instructor, North Saint John’s Swim and Tennis Club Ellicott City, MD May 2011 -present
● Provided instruction and encouragement to children ages 11 and under.