You’re invited to attend The Ohio State University, Occupational Therapy Doctoral Capstone Poster Presentations on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at The Ohio State Longaberger House. Address: 2200 Olentangy River Rd. Columbus, OH 43210. This event will be co-hosted by the Ohio Occupational Therapy Association (OOTA). Continuing education units (CEUs) will be offered to all practicing Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants. We hope to see everyone there!
2025 Capstone Poster Video Presentations for the graduating class of 2025: Please click on the link to watch the video presentation. Videos are posted in April 2025.
4 Categories of Capstone Presentations: Pediatrics, Adults Hospital-Based, Adults Community-Based, Mental Health
Pediatrics
Sarah Abromowitz – Effects of Interoception Intervention on Emotional Regulation in Children Receiving Occupational Therapy Services
Bethany Boyd – Empowering Engagement: The Role of Occupational Therapy in Promoting Mental Health and Supporting Transition-Age Students
Julie Donnelly – Parent Satisfaction with Pediatric Therapy Services
Kaylee Dunkle – Multi-Tiered System of Support’s impact on fine motor skills in elementary students
Marissa Fogg – The Occupational Therapist’s Role in Supporting the Breastfeeding Dyad in the NICU: A Holistic Approach
Katarina Garibian – Building Bridges: Unlocking Children’s Potential Through Occupational Therapy and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Collaboration
Caroline Golonka – Parent-led kangaroo care in the NICU and its impacts on caregiver confidence
Cassie Loew – Improving Non-pharmacological Pain Management in the NICU
Keely Mankins – Promotion Of Sleep Regulation for Hospitalized Pediatric Oncology Patients
Becca Mauer – Family Education in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Megan Mitchell – Swim to Sleep: Implementation of Aquatic Therapy for Sleep Behaviors in Children on the Autism Spectrum
Sydney Smith – Partnering with Parents: A Provider-Focused Approach Equipping Parents & Educators with Tools to Navigate Sensory Challenges
Kennedy Williams – The Role of AI in Promoting Independence for Transition-Aged Students
Adults (Outpatient/Community-Based)
Emily Bolton – Effectiveness of Home Modifications to Reduce Fall Risk for Community-dwelling Older Adults with Dementia
Melissa Elias – Promoting OT-Based Training in a Free Clinic for the Spanish-Speaking Community
Haewon Kwon – Occupational Therapy’s Role in Screening and Providing Interventions for Visual Perceptual Dysfunction in Parkinson’s Disease
Garrett Lockwood – Enhancing Independence: Video Modeling as a Means of Increasing Independence with Meal Preparation and ADLs
Allison Lucus – Physical and Social Wellness for OSU’s TOPS Program
Sarah Marsh – Advancing Health Equity Through Built Environment Design: An Occupational Therapy Perspective
Alex Montalbano – Beyond the Playbook: Integrating Sleep Education into Collegiate Athletics
Megan Nixon – Bridging Gaps in Postpartum Care: Occupational Therapy’s Role in Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation
Lauren Rumbalski – Expanding Occupational Therapy’s Role in Myoelectric Prosthetic Rehabilitation: Addressing Training Barriers Through Education
Kenadie Schmitz – Building Stronger Communities: Advancing Kinship and Intergenerational Programming Through Support and Social Connections
Olivia Sensky – Leading Change: Advocating for Occupational Therapy Services to Promote Occupational Performance during Widowhood
Emily Simila – Treatment is Just the Beginning: Developing a Technological Aftercare Program for Continuous Health Management
Veronica Voinovich – Home Safe Home: Collaborative Fall Prevention Strategies for Aging in Place
Katry Wilson – Reclaiming Abilities Through Actions: The Power of Occupation-Based Interventions in Hand Therapy Practice
Savanna Yates – When Sitting is Not Rest and Leisure is the Goal
Adults (Hospital Based)
Stephanie Cline – Technological Advancement in Vision and Postural Screening
Grace Cross – Enhancing Therapeutic Engagement in Disorders of Consciousness: The Role of Occupational Therapy in Family Involvement and Sensory-Based Care
Olivia Daeger – Acute and Chronic Disorders of Consciousness in the Acute Care Setting
Meagan Krellwitz – Optimizing Occupational Therapy for Bone Marrow Transplant Patients: A Comprehensive Approach in Acute Care
Annie Longo – Role of Occupational Therapy in Adaptive Gaming Services
Margaret Smith – Functional Cognition in the Acute Care Setting
Lauren Stacey – Developing and Enhancing Community Integration Programs for Brain Injury Patients: Implementing Evidence-Based Interventions in Inpatient Rehabilitation
Brianna Tersigni – The Role of Occupational Therapy in Hip Preservation Surgeries: Enhancing Pre-Operative and Post-Operative Care
Mental Health
Emily Davis – Mental Health Approaches for Community Integration
Delaney Hall – Enhancing Body Awareness in Adolescents and Young Adults with an Eating Disorder During an Acute Hospitalization Using the CO-OP Approach
Ciara Hampton – Promoting Occupational Justice: Addressing the Impact of Stigmatizing Language in Healthcare Communication
Sami Hepp – Enhancing Early Childhood Well-Being through Sensory and Trauma-Informed Approaches for Children Ages Birth to Six
Mackenzie Hupp – Strength-based mentorship programming: An occupational therapy approach to empowering aged-out youth in developing nations
Rachel Saltz – Healing Through Nature: The Role of Ecotherapy in Supporting the Mental Health of Veterans and Service Members
Bella Sansone – Supporting Community-Based Programming for Autistic Individuals & their Caregivers
Olivia Tipsword – Leading Change in Occupational Therapy: Elevating Care, Collaboration, and Professional Development at UMCH Family Services
Lauren Traviolia – Supporting Emotional Regulation Skills in Adolescents within the Juvenile Justice System
Lauren Voegele – Medication Management Intervention in an Inpatient Psychiatric Facility