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Full Name and Credentials
Nikki M. Abbott, MPA

Title
Visiting Faculty

Office
RFH 427

Phone
616-331-5553

Email
[email protected]

Bio
Abbott is a visiting faculty member in Grand Valley State University’s Recreational Therapy program and a PhD student at Clemson University. She is a certified therapeutic recreation specialist with experience in neurorehabilitation, acute psychiatric care, and community reintegration.

Professional Interests
Abbott's research focuses on reducing accessibility barriers in communities and natural spaces, as well as exploring technological therapeutic interventions for individuals with neurological and mobility impairments.

Education

BS in Therapeutic Recreation, Psychology Minor - Grand Valley State University 2019
MPA with Nonprofit Management Emphasis - Grand Canyon University 2022
(Current PhD student, PRTM, Recreational Therapy Emphasis, est. grad. 2027)

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