What is USUMTSA and what do we do?
The Utah State University Music Therapy Student Association is a nonprofit organization that helps students connect with fellow classmates, faculty, professionals, and the community as a whole as they progress through their music therapy education. Our students strive for excellence as they develop their clinical and therapeutic music therapy skills. For example, each year Utah State University's Music Therapy Forum is organized and presented entirely by students to advocate for the benefits of music therapy within the community. We host lots of activities, social events, fundraising opportunities, and special events throughout the academic year. Students in USUMTSA are also actively involved in collaboration with other music therapy professional affiliations such as the Utah Association for Music Therapists, Western Region of Music Therapy Association Students, and we encourage participation in American Music Therapy Association events and conferences.
USUMTSA students strive to develop a wide variety of musical skills through composing and/or performing songs which are showcased in bi-annual music therapy concerts held at the Caine College of the Arts. Our annual Fall concert, Muses, offers students the opportunity to share what inspires them musically and culturally through meaningful performances that are intended to showcase our growing clinical musicianship skills. In the Spring, we have a chance to develop and showcase our unique songwriting skills through various songwriting opportunities and events that culminate in a showcase of our original songs.
USUMTSA looks forward to continuing to support our students in their journey to become an exceptional music therapist and change the world for the better.
USUMTSA students strive to develop a wide variety of musical skills through composing and/or performing songs which are showcased in bi-annual music therapy concerts held at the Caine College of the Arts. Our annual Fall concert, Muses, offers students the opportunity to share what inspires them musically and culturally through meaningful performances that are intended to showcase our growing clinical musicianship skills. In the Spring, we have a chance to develop and showcase our unique songwriting skills through various songwriting opportunities and events that culminate in a showcase of our original songs.
USUMTSA looks forward to continuing to support our students in their journey to become an exceptional music therapist and change the world for the better.
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Who represents USUMTSA?
Meet the 2022-2023 Academic Year USUMTSA Executive Board
President: Aubree Hessing
My name is Aubree Hessing and I am currently a senior in the music therapy program. I love helping and being involved in the Utah State music therapy program, including the students, facility, and any other fellow Aggie. I am looking forward to beginning my internship in May and starting my future career. I also enjoy time outdoors, playing songs I love, and spending time with family and friends. Please feel free to reach out to me at any time with any questions or concerns. |
President-Elect: Ben Kaufman
Hi! I’m a junior in the music therapy program, and have loved learning the ropes of the USUMTSA board and helping implement our student spotlight series, S.I.N.G.! As a previous piano performance-major and transfer student, I’ve really enjoyed the opportunity to now apply my musical skills and musicality in therapeutic and clinical settings. After completing this program, I want to work in a disability agency with clients of all ages and disabilities, as I have worked with clients with disabilities for 5 years now! Outside of music therapy, I love to thrift, go on road trips, play Minecraft, and spend time with my niece and nephew. |
Community Outreach Chair: Meghann Ferrara
Hi Everyone! My name is Meghann Ferrara, and I am the 2022-2023 Community Outreach Chair! I am a senior in the music therapy program, and I am looking forward to beginning internship and starting a private practice! I enjoy working with various populations, from early childhood to end of life. I am passionate about bringing music therapy to communities and families. I am originally from Phoenix, Arizona, and have seen the impact that a strong, supportive community can have on an individual. My primary instrument is piano, but I have loved learning new instruments during my time in the program! When I’m not practicing or preparing for practicum sessions, I enjoy baking sweets and spending time outdoors! |
Special Events Coordinator: Emme Corry
Hello! I’m currently a senior in the music therapy program here at Utah State. I’m a Utah native who loves the music scene here and the outdoors. One of my favorite things about this program is having activities that let students connect with each other. We are an amazing program because of the people in it and I enjoy planning events that impact the school and community. I am also passionate about music therapy with autistic populations, going to concerts, and listening to Taylor Swift. |
Publicity/Social Media Chair: Madison Black
Hey everyone! My name is Madison Black and I'm a sophomore in the music therapy program at Utah State! I'm from Meridian, Idaho, and am the oldest of a crazy family of 6 kids. I am super passionate about music therapy, specifically with brain injury survivors and Spanish speakers. Outside of being a part of the best major in the world, I love performing in choirs and solos, going to concerts, and being outside with my family! |
Want to join USUMTSA?
Membership is open to any current or prospective music therapy student at Utah State. You can join at any time by paying a nominal annual membership fee. For current rates and additional information on how to join, please email us at [email protected].
Interested in running for a leadership position?
Elections for USUMTSA happen every academic year at the start of the Fall semester. Information about the various board positions and eligibility requirements can be found by clicking here.
Still unsure about the advantages of joining?
In addition to gaining access to a passionate community of like-minded students and faculty mentors, joining USUMTSA provides you with full access to all of our activities, socials, and events that might otherwise have an admission fee. We also provide access to unique networking opportunities, fun free giveaways and music therapy swag, and members-only scholarship opportunities based on our fundraising efforts. In addition, and perhaps most importantly, USUMTSA gives students a chance to amplify our voices and advocate for ourselves and our future profession.
Membership is open to any current or prospective music therapy student at Utah State. You can join at any time by paying a nominal annual membership fee. For current rates and additional information on how to join, please email us at [email protected].
Interested in running for a leadership position?
Elections for USUMTSA happen every academic year at the start of the Fall semester. Information about the various board positions and eligibility requirements can be found by clicking here.
Still unsure about the advantages of joining?
In addition to gaining access to a passionate community of like-minded students and faculty mentors, joining USUMTSA provides you with full access to all of our activities, socials, and events that might otherwise have an admission fee. We also provide access to unique networking opportunities, fun free giveaways and music therapy swag, and members-only scholarship opportunities based on our fundraising efforts. In addition, and perhaps most importantly, USUMTSA gives students a chance to amplify our voices and advocate for ourselves and our future profession.