On January 14th and 15th, 2026 (5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Central Time each night), TNOTA’s student members are invited to take part in a student/new practitioner-focused event being hosted by the Ohio Occupational Therapy Association (OOTA).

Participants will dive into essential topics like resume building, new grad panel insights, advocacy, and the ethical use of AI, with opportunities for live Q&A, group discussions, and interactive breakout sessions focused on specific practice areas. This is a fantastic, no-cost opportunity to connect with peers, gain practical knowledge, and build your professional network.

OOTA 2026 Student Conclave Agenda

• Night 1: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM EST
  • Full Group Sessions & Connection: Featuring main stage presentations with live Q&A and group discussion.
    • 6:00 – 6:15 – Ice breaker / Grounding activity
    • 6:15 – 6:45 – Resume Building and Job Interviewing – Kara Brogan, OTR/L
    • 6:45 – 7:15 – Research, Organization, and Occupational Balance – Kelly Tanner, PhD, OTR/L
    • 7:15 – 8:00 – New Grad Panel

• Night 2: Thursday, January 15, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM EST
  • Full Group Sessions & Specialty Breakout Sessions: An interactive format where you can jump between rooms to explore specific practice areas that align with your interests.
    • 6:00 – 6:15 – Ice breaker/mindfulness
    • 6:15 – 6:45 – PRESENTATION – Importance of Advocacy in OT – Erika Eustaquio, OTD, OTR/L
    • 6:45 – 7:15 – PRESENTATION – Ethical use of AI tools in OT Practice – Van Lemmon, OTD, M.Ed., OTR/L
    • 7:15 – 8:00 – Specialty Breakout Rooms + Team Building Activity
    • 8:00 – 8:30 – Conclusion: Building a Consensus

Please note: This event is intended for STUDENTS ONLY. This event is FREE for both members and nonmembers.

REGISTER HERE