Capstone Presentations from 2024
Implementing the COPM to Create Occupation-Based Interventions in Outpatient Adult Rehabilitation, Kelcee A. Bacon
Say Neigh to Poor Health: Exploring the Impact of Equine Assisted Services on Children's Health, Courtney S. Barrus
Your Mind Matters: Promoting the Wellbeing of the Parent-Child Dyad through Family Education, McKayla A. Becker
Filling the Gap: Educating Caregivers and Patients Post Stroke in an Acute Care Setting, Gabrielle A. Blecke
Play, Splash, Ride: A Multidimensional Approach to Occupational Therapy Intervention for Sensory Processing Difficulties, Britney A. Bradwisch
Occupational Therapy’s Role as a Member of an Interdisciplinary Feeding Team for Children with Sensory Processing Differences, Emily G. Bruinsma
Sensory Processing Difficulties in Children Born Preterm and The Needs of Their Families, Shelby J. Buie
Enhancing Resident Engagement: Optimizing Meaningful Occupations in Skilled Nursing Facilities, Drew J. Couch
Promoting Life Skills Through an Occupation-based Program for Youth in the Juvenile Justice System, Maggie L. DeJong
Empowering Pregnancy and Postpartum: Supporting Motherhood Through Occupational Therapy Education, Alison Drexler
A Community Re-Integration Mental Health Occupational Therapy Program for Veterans at the Sioux Falls Veterans Affairs Hospital, Holly M. Forrester
Promoting Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Development for Children in a School Setting using Targeted Occupational Therapy Intervention, Mykenzie N. Hall
Exploring Occupational Therapy’s Role in Childcare Settings, MaKayla Hamling
Facilitating Community Integration Following Inpatient Rehabilitation: The Importance of Caregivers, Alysa N. Jensen
Occupational Therapy Services in Pediatric Mental Health, Hallie Jerome
Incorporating Music into Pediatric Occupational Therapy, Abby Kays
An Eye-Opening Capstone: A New Perspective on Occupation-Based Treatments for Neurologic-Based Visual Deficits, Katlyn J. Knakmuhs
S.M.A.R.T. Program Implementation to Promote Engagement and Participation in a School Setting, Emily Mickelson
Promoting Wakefulness to Increase Occupational Engagement in Military Service Members Experiencing Insomnia Following mTBI, Leah N. Myers
A Program Based on Meaningful Occupations to Improve Perceived Health and Well-being for People Experiencing Homelessness, Annika Overgaard
Occupational Therapy Intervention to Promote Recovery of Individuals Impacted by Human Trafficking and Service Provider Well-being, Carlyn J. Paxton
Quality of Life and Well-Being of Breast Cancer Patients While Following a Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema Surveillance Protocol, Madisen L. Prasek
The Importance of Preferred Meaningful Occupations for Children with Medically Complex Conditions, Kaylee S. Schmit
A Peer-Mediated Art Program for Secondary Education Students: An Occupation Based Approach, Kjersten B. Sievers
Nature-Based Occupational Therapy as an Innovative Approach in Facilitating Children’s Development, Surekchha Siwakoti
Animal-Assisted Therapy in an Outpatient Pediatric Occupational Therapy Setting, Peyton N. Stolle
Restoring Meaning through Leisure: Exploring the Benefits of Leisure-Focused Occupational Therapy for Individuals with Neurological Diagnoses, Elizabeth Rose Stoutland
Incorporating Occupation-Based Activities into Treatment for Adolescents with Substance Use Disorders to Increase Self-Efficacy, Brea E. Westberg
Daring to be Different: Promotion of Child Development and Family Wellness in a Cash-Based Pediatric Occupational Therapy Practice, Kylee Withrow
Healing Horses: An Occupational Therapy Approach in an Equine Environment, Ashlyn Renee Yoder
Capstone Presentations from 2023
Physical and Psychological Impacts of Burn Injuries on the Pediatric Population and Their Families: An Occupational Therapy Perspective, Sadie E. Anderson
Mobile Munchies: An Occupation-Based Transitional Skills Program for Adolescents, Reilly S. Dujmovic
Welcoming Wellness: A Health Promotion and Chronic Condition Prevention Program Rooted in the Foundations of Occupational Therapy, Karlee G. Duncan
Occupational Therapy's Role in Helping Individuals in the US Justice System Transition from Incarceration to the Community, Kathryn E. Foster
The Relevance of Sensory-based Intervention in Improving Occupational Performance in Pediatrics, Jasmine M. Fritzemeier
Restoring Identity for the Homeless: Exploring Occupational Therapy Services for Unhoused Populations, Christina E. Geistfeld
The Role of Occupational Therapy in Meeting Mental Health Needs of College Students in the South Dakota Regental University System, Molly J. Graesser
Occupational Therapy in Family Education: Fourth Trimester Wellness to Kindergarten Readiness, Gabrielle Madeline Hagen
Occupational Therapy in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) & Implementation of the Test of Infant Motor Performance, Juliana C. Keane
Occupation-Based Sexual Health Education for Adolescents with Disabilities, Elizabeth J. Klocke
Promoting Social-Emotional Development in Preschool Children using a Trauma Informed, Sensory Integrative Approach, Sarah M. McGoldrick
An Occupational Therapy Program for Improving Caregiving Performance and Satisfaction with Performance among Caregivers for Individuals with Neurological Conditions, Andrea Marie Molus
Sensory Integration: Improving Participation, Behavior, and Learning in Individuals with Sensory Processing Disorder, Brooklyn K. Osborne
Treating Cognition Through Occupational Performance in Individuals With Neurological Disorders in Home Health, Alcina J. Park
Interdisciplinary Approaches to Pediatric Aquatic-Based and Land-Based Therapy, Danielle E. Scheck
Improving Residents' Access to Occupational Therapy Services in Long-Term Care Facilities: A Screen for Declining Performance in Activities of Daily Living, Amy N. Scheidecker
Kids and Canines: PAWSitively Impacting Occupational Therapy Outcomes, Jessica M. Simon
Promoting Participation and Engagement in Meaningful Activities Amongst Residents at a Long-Term Care Facility, Tanner Steineke
Promoting Successful Discharges From Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation Units Among Older Adults, Melissa A. Tweet
Relaxation as an Intervention for Military Service Members Experiencing ANS Dysregulation Following mTBI, Tori Julianne VanVelzen
Addressing the Needs of Parkinson’s Disease Care Partners, Jenna Wall
Promoting Sleep Hygiene for Individuals Diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease: Occupational Therapy’s Distinct Role, Hunter O. Wookey
Capstone Presentations from 2022
The Typical Toddler: Diet and Approaches to Picky Eating, Carissa Adams
Understanding Advocacy for Promoting Occupational Engagement among Individuals with Disabilities, Rebecca L. Benson
Enhancing Life: Promoting Meaningful Interventions to Support Individuals with Dementia, Keelan N. Blasius
An Occupation-Based Approach to Empower Individuals Experiencing Homelessness, Sydney L. Bodensteiner
Promoting Mental Health of Middle and High School Students Using Universal and Targeted Strategies, Alyssa E. Brown
Occupational Therapy in Oncology Care: Methods for Treating Cancer-Related Fatigue, Marissa Emberly Cardenas
Expanding the Role of Occupational Therapy for Oncology Patients: A Focus on Tumor- and Blood-Based Cancers, Erika N. Clark
Occupational Therapy’s Role in Sensory Play Education in Daycare Setting, Bianca K. Claussen
Occupational Therapy’s Role in Music Student Health, Katie Ericsson
Promoting Occupational Therapy Involvement in End-of-Life Care Through Advocacy and Education, Macey Genzlinger
Mending the Mind: Exploring the Role of Occupational Therapy for Executive Dysfunction Post-Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury, Shannon E. Hegland
Meeting Mental Health Needs of Parents Caring for Children with Disabilities by Facilitating Occupational Balance and Well-being, Emily J. Heumiller
Exploring Occupational Therapy in Perinatal Care: Promoting the Mental Health and Well-Being of Women During and After an Unplanned Pregnancy, Sydney M. Korn
Hula as a Protective Factor that Improves the Quality of Life to Those Who Dance in a Hula, Pepper T. Lum-Lung
Impact of Stigma on Students with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: Implications for School-Based Occupational Therapists, Sidney M. McReynolds Mrs.
Investigating the Impact of Parkinson’s Disease on IADL Performance, Emphasizing the Need for Earlier Diagnosis and the Value of Timelier Occupational Therapy Intervention, Brittney N. Moser
Occupational Therapy and Continuous Care: Pediatric Rehabilitation for Children with Medically Complex Conditions and Severe Burns, Elise M. Mueller
Supporting the Role of Professional Caregivers in Long-Term Care: Education, Training, and Caregiver Mental Health interventions that Promote Dementia Care Excellence, Katelyn A. Nelson
Application of Ergonomics in Healthcare through Environmental Adaptations, Johnny Nguyen
OT Entrepreneurship: Perceived Challenges & Resources, Gunnar Daniel Olson
Occupational Therapy’s Role in The Holistic Management of Chronic Pain, Megan K. Rodahl
The Aquatic Environment as a Tool for Facilitating Sensory Processing and Regulation, Christian Schneider
Promoting Engagement in a School Setting, Jordyn M. Sippel
Promoting Inclusive Play and Social Skills Development in Sioux Falls and Harrisburg, South Dakota, Madison C. Snelling
Incorporating Trust-Based Relational Intervention in Occupational Therapy to Address Mental Health Needs of Elementary Students, Maci K. Stouffer
Occupational Therapy Education to Support Families Affected by Huntington's Disease and Their Care Team, Morgan R. Weber
Rehabilitation Through Reintegration: Supporting Survivors of Stroke, Alexander T. Wiemann
Capstone Presentations from 2021
Occupational Therapists’ Role in Supporting Students with Reading Disabilities, Tania Alexander
Advanced Practice in Aquatic Therapy: Exploring Occupational Therapy in an Aquatic Environment, Brenna K. Barash
An Occupation-Based Program for Fostering Healthy Life Skills among Youth in the Juvenile System, Shelby E. Beckman
Virtual Reality and Its Impact as an Intervention on Meaningful Occupations for Individuals with Mental Health Diagnoses, Alison S. Benson
Bathrooms, Incontinence, and Withholding OH MY: Occupational Therapy’s Role in Pediatric Constipation Management, Erin J. Buse
Complex Conditions of the Hand: A Resource for Rural Therapists, Jay D. Cooper
Exploring Dance-Based Occupational Therapy Interventions Among Children and Adolescents with Disabilities and Special Needs, Amy J. Davis
Exploring Occupational Therapy with Athletes Using Principles of Lifestyle Redesign® to Support Academic Success and Life Balance., Michaela M. Dendinger
An Occupational Therapy Program to Enhance Academic Performance Among Children in the School System Using American Sign Language, Amy N. Dragoo
Creating Inclusive Classroom Environments Through Education and Coaching, Leah Hagen
Promoting Social and Emotional Development in Preschool Children through TBRI® Nurture Group©, Sydney P. Harris
Musculoskeletal Conditions and Performance Anxiety Among Musicians: An Occupational Therapy Approach, Vitoria Heier
Improving Quality of Life among Individuals with Neurocognitive Disorders using Occupational Therapy and a Sensory Integration Approach, MaKenzie K. Johnson
Supporting Caregivers and Survivors of Stroke in their Journey through Stroke Recovery via Telehealth Services, Keri Kamphoff
Developing Skills Utilizing Assistive Technology in Occupational Therapy: From Entry-Level to Tech-Savvy, Konner W. Kielman
Clinical Practice Guidelines for Hand Therapy and Application of the Occupational Adaptation Model, Noah R. Kottke
Complementary and Integrative Approaches for Occupational Therapy Practitioners: An Educational Experience, Wanda Kay Lauer
Advocating for the Field of Occupational Therapy in a Childcare Setting, Nicole K. Leinhart
Empowering Occupational Therapy Practitioners through Virtual Education on Seating and Wheeled Mobility, Jane A. Loscheider
Supporting the Holistic Treatment of Adults with Upper Extremity Injuries: Bridging the Gap Between the Clinic and Classroom, Stephanie W. McClung
Refocusing on Fine Motor: Increasing Accessibility to Fine Motor Resources in a Virtual World, Robin R. McLey