Capstones from 2026
REGULATION CREATIONS: A TRAUMA-INFORMED RESOURCE ADDRESSING SENSORY AND SOCIO-EMOTIONAL CHILDHOOD CHALLENGES, Meagan Noel Barnes Pearson
GAMIFYING OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EDUCATION: ENHANCING STUDENT ENGAGEMENT AND OUTCOMES, Payton Alise Baumann
DETERMINING DRIVING ABILITY FOLLOWING TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY, Shauna M. Corrigan
Development of Feed in Context: A Context-Responsive Pediatric Feeding Guide for Rural Practice Guided by the Ecology of Human Performance Model, Jatin Lee Cranmore
QUALITY OF LIFE OF INDIVIDUALS RESIDING IN SENIOR LIVING FACILITIES, Meagan R. Danda
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY’S ROLE IN VISION REHABILITATION ACROSS THE LIFESPAN, Abigale Marie Ellenberger
REBUILDING PARTICIPATION: TRAUMA-INFORMED SUPPORT FOR AT-RISK TEENS, Emily A. Funk
THE THERAPY BEHIND THE TRACTOR: AN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS’ GUIDE FOR TREATING FARMERS, Allison Haiby
BABY-LIFE BALANCE: OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY STRATEGIES TO SUPPORT THE TRANSITION TO MOTHERHOOD, Morgan Muriel Harshman
MITIGATING THE EFFECTS OF TECHNOLOGY USE IN THE CLASSROOM: AN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY APPROACH, Hannah E. Ibach
EMPOWERING CAREGIVERS: AN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY-INFORMED EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM FOR DEMENTIA CARE IN RURAL COMMUNITIES, Maria Lynn Johnson
TRANSLATING PEDIATRIC HOME PROGRAMMING INTO DAILY LIFE, Anna Elizabeth Jones
Holistic Occupational Therapy Approach in Addressing Women’s Health Needs & Access to Care, Lilja Jurva
PATHWAYS TO PARTICIPATION: ENHANCING INCLUSION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH IDD, Katie Koxlien
BEYOND SURVIVAL: EMPOWERING MENTAL HEALTH RECOVERY AFTER ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY, Paige Mackenzie Kozak
INTRODUCTION OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY INTO A SUBURBAN SUPPORTIVE HOUSING ORGANIZATION, Madeline Kuntz
DIGGING INTO PREVENTION: AN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY BASED WORK-RELATED UPPER EXTREMITY INJURY PREVENTION PROGRAM FOR EXTRACTION AND MINING INDUSTRIES, Karli Teresa March
THE ROLE OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN THE PREVENTION OF SUDDEN UNEXPECTED INFANT DEATH (SUID), Natalie Ryan McFarren
INCREASING LEISURE EXPLORATION IN OLDER ADULTS AS THEY AGE, Jackie Middendorf
OCCUPATION-BASED TRANSITION PLANNING GUIDE FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WITH DISABILITES., Kelsey Milleson
SUPPORTING OCCUPATIONAL COMPETENCE AMONG AMERICAN INDIAN/ ALASKA NATIVE STUDENTS, Adam Nadeau
CULTIVATING CONNECTIONS: EMPOWERING AGRICULTURAL COMMUNITY MEMBERS THROUGH COLLABORATIVE CARE, Kearyn E. Nelsen
THE MISSING LINK: PSYCHOSOCIAL INTEGRATION IN NEURO OT CARE, Emily Nelson
PROMOTING PARENT WELL-BEING AND BALANCE DURING NEONATAL INTENSIVE CARE UNIT (NICU) STAYS, Lauren Brooke Nelson
ENHANCING LEISURE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES IN RURAL COMMUNITIES, Joslyn Mary Nordmark
Harvesting Health: Cultivating Skills for Wellness in Agricultural Workers, Katie Renee Quinley
ACHIEVING SUCCESSFUL OCCUPATIONAL PERFORMANCE DURING TRANSITIONS IN EATING DISORDER TREATMENT, Elise Kay Ramberg
CAREGIVER RESOURCES FOR CHILDREN WITH SENSORY NEEDS, Kennedy E. Reimann
The Effect of Sensory Processing and Integration on Engagement in Occupations for Children with Sensory Processing Disorders, Ashley Schindele
SWIMMING WITH CONFIDENCE FROM AN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PERSPECTIVE, Emma M. Schultz
EARLY OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY SERVICES: ADDRESSING HEALTH DISPARITIES FOLLOWING DISCHARGE FROM THE NICU, Ellie Maree Schumacher
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN RURAL NORTH DAKOTA SCHOOLS TO ENHANCE TRANSITION PLANNING, Kyra M. Schwartz
THE LENS OF FARMERS: UNDERSTANDING CULTURE TO IMPROVE OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY CARE, Allison Marie Stephani
ENHANCING LEISURE FOR OLDER ADULTS IN SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITIES, Hannah Louise Street
OCCUPATIONAL WELLNESS FOR MOTHER & BABY: EDUCATION FOR YOUNG MOTHERS IN RURAL NORTH DAKOTA, Kaelyn Talley
SUPPORTING INCLUSION: OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY’S ROLE IN PARAPROFESSIONAL EDUCATION FOR SENSORY PROCESSING DIFFERENCE, Jalen Taylor
ENHANCING INTERDISCIPLINARY CARE IN FUNCTIONAL COGNITION, Madison Anne Thomas
EXPANDING ACCESS TO HAND THERAPY IN RURAL WYOMING THROUGH TELEHEALTH, Cheyenne Rose Thompson
FAMILY-CENTERED PROGRAMMING FOR A RURAL MIDWEST EMERGENCY SHELTER: AN OCCUPATIONAL LENS, Ariel Kathryn Tix
SUPPORTING REENTRY: AN OCCUPATION-BASED APPROACH, Savannah B. Ullyott
THE ROLE OF OT IN ENHANCING MENTAL HEALTH OUTCOMES FOR PRIMARY CARE PATIENTS, Amorelle Upton
Unfolding Recovery: An Occupational Therapy Practice Protocol Manual for Dupuytren’s Disease, Rebecca Valdez
ENHANCING WHEELCHAIR EDUCATION THROOUGH TECHNOLOGY, Anna Elizabeth Voegel
FROM PLAY TO PRESSURE: UNDERSTANDING EARLY SPORTS SPECIALIZATION THROUGH AN OCCUPATIONAL LENS, Kiley Jade Washnieski
Optimizing Healthy Aging: A Preventative Approach to Support Community-Dwelling Older Adults, Jada Welke
Capstones from 2025
Psychosocial Perspectives To Client Care In Orthopedic Settings – The Role Of Occupational Therapy, Ainsley E. Ahrndt
Occupational Therapy’S Role In Working With Children With Complex Medical Needs, Maci Layne Bakken
Supporting Students’ Sensory Needs: A Guidebook For Educators Using Sensory Closets, Emmy L. Bishop
Unlock Upper Extremity Rehabilitation: Interprofessional Collaboration Between Ot Hand Therapy And Surgical Teams, Collin Brown
A Guide To Occupational Therapy Intervention Planning For Individuals With Migraines In Rural Communities, Angelina M. Caron
The Impacts Of Ssris In-Utero And Nicu Occupational Therapy Intervention, Kyara Crowley
Coming To Your Senses: A Guide For Sensory Considerations In Higher Education, Aspen D. DeLano
Milestones In Motion: Supporting Student Growth Through Developmental Understanding, Olivia Anne Dobrinz
Occupational Therapy Best Practices In Maternal Health, Abby Eken
Occupational Therapy’S Role With Caregivers Of Stroke Survivors, Madalyn England
Specialized Knowledge Of Sensory Interventions For Sensory Function, Cassidy Kay Filson
Moving Beyond What Pays The Bills: Implementing New Assistive Technology Outcome Measures, Connor Nathan Fuchs
Ot Role In Staff Development In Schools To Promote Continuation Of Care, Elise Gapp
Occupational Therapy’S Role In Enhancing Awareness And Treatment Of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction In Women’S Health, Nicole Gentry
Accessibility Of Higher Education: Supporting Student Self-Advocacy, Morgan Diane Halliday
Incorporating A Facility Dog Into Practice: A Guide For Occupational Therapists In Mental Health Settings, Anneka Harris
Occupational Therapy Best Practices In Partial Hospitalization Programs, Mattea June Johnson
Facilitating Engagement In Meaningful Occupations Through Nature-Based Experiences, Sydney Johnson
Acquired Brain Injury And The Impact On Functional Cognition, Jocelyn Rae Kirk
A Guide To Tier 1 Supports In The General Education Classroom, Aly Levinson
A Holistic Program Manual For Permanent Supportive Housing: Integrating Housing First And Occupational Therapy Approaches, Melody Mackenzie
The Role Of Occupational Therapy In Vision Rehabilitation In The Rural Outpatient Setting, Hailey Jo McGuire
Increasing Occupational Therapy Student Preparedness For Level Ii Fieldwork Experiences In Hand Therapy, Claire Meyer
The Impact Of The Provision Of Occupational Therapy Services For Oncology Care Patients Within The Interprofessional Team, Natasha M. Minar
Nature-Based Practices In Early Childhood Through An Occupational Therapy Lens, Angela Mossman
Chronic Pain Management In Adults In Rural Areas And Its Effect On Health And Well-Being: An Occupational Therapist’S Guide For Clients, Kinley Jo Nordin
Addressing Delirium In The Intensive Care Unit: An Interprofessional Approach, Olivia Grace O'Neill
Pelvic Health Rehabilitation: A Guide For Postpartum Women In Rural Areas To Enhance Occupational Engagement, Joslynn Kay Parks
Benefits Of Nature-Based Play For Children: An Educational Resource For Parents, Kaitlyn Peterson
Creating A Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Evidence Based Evaluation Protocol, Mary Redlin
Occupational Participation Through Harm Reduction, Allie Reiffenberger
Empowering Caregivers Through Occupational Therapy: A Comprehensive Approach To Adolescent Mental Health Education, Shannon Grace Ring
Enhancing Quality Of Life: Occupational Therapy’S Role In Managing Chronic Conditions, Aubrey Rude
Caregiver Education In Early Intervention, Payton Schilke
Supporting The Development Of Emotion Regulation For Engagement In Occupation, Alexis Karen Smith
Addressing Sleep Within The Hand Therapy Practice Context, Grant Edwin Tolkkinen
Promoting Wellness In Community-Dwelling Older Adults: An Occupational Therapy Approach Guided By The Eight Dimensions Of Wellness, McKenzie Ulrich
Brain Injury (Bi) In Survivors Of Intimate Partner Violence (Ipv): The Importance Of Identifying Bi Symptoms And The Impact On Daily Occupations, Alexis Walther
Rehabilitation Not Punishment: Adults In Custody Learning Skills Needed To Survive In Society, Kaitlyn J. Wanner
Pain Neuroscience Education With A Veteran Population, Kate Westphal
Cultural Competency Of The Interprofessional Team In Burn Care Through An Occupational Therapy Model, Brooklyn Wiest
Stroke Recovery Throughout The Continuum Of Care: A Dual Component Educational Manual, Jordyn Marie Wolff
Capstones from 2024
Addressing Psychosocial Factors In Upper Extremity Injuries To Improve Outcomes And Quality Of Life, Jace Allard
Helping Hands: Self-Managing Chronic Upper Extremity Pain, Kaylee Mae Athmann
Developing A Sensory Room For Children With Autism Living On The Navajo Reservation, Rudessa Bedonie
The Role Of Occupational Therapy To Support Engagement In Activities For Adults Throughout The Cancer Continuum, Alexis Brolsma
Physical And Psychosocial Wellness For Individuals With Neurological Impairments, Emmalee Burtsfield
The Comfort Of Being At Home: The Benefits Of Outpatient Rehabilitation In The Homes Of Rural Residents, Madison Jo Christian
Specialized Knowledge Of Feeding And Eating Best Practices, Katie Anne DeBoer
Nature-Based Therapy Supporting Veterans with Mental Health Difficulties, Kaitlyne Dittberner
Occupational Therapy Intervention To Promote Rest And Its Role In Inpatient Rehabilitation Recovery, Kjerstin Drugan
Addressing Occupational Deprivation And Alienation In Rural Skilled Nursing Facilities Through An Activities Resource Guide, Stephanie Dullum