I started at the University of Mary in 1999 as adjunct faculty. In 2002, I began teaching full time in the Occupational Therapy Program. My focus in teaching is student-centered, providing hands-on learning experiences to challenge students both in academics and in professional development. My clinical experience includes extensive work in various mental health settings, administrative roles, and program development. In 2006, I was appointed the program director of the University of Mary's Occupational Therapy Program.
Community and Professional Interests
- Board member for the North Dakota State Board of Occupational Therapy Practice
- Volunteer activities with Ruth Meiers Hospitality House, Bismarck, ND
- Spirit of Life Church, Mandan, ND
Education
O.T.D. Occupational Therapy
Rocky Mountain University, Provo, UT
M.S. Post-professional studies in Occupational Therapy
University of Mary, Bismarck, ND
Director of Focused Action Therapy
Western Institute for Psychodrama and Training, Phoenix, AZ
B.S. Occupational Therapy
University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND
Professional Memberships
- American Occupational Therapy Association
- North Dakota Occupational Therapy Association
- The Collaboration for the Advancement of College Teaching & Learning
- Who's Who Among American Teachers - 2005
Community Partners in Service Projects
Preceptor for Ruth Meier's Hospitality House Teams
- “Soldiers in the Army of Life” (2002-2004)
- “Meaningful Occupation and Quality of Life: From Classroom to Community” (2003-2005)
- “Independent Living Skills Education and Community Integration: The Impact Upon Quality of Life" (2004-2006)
- “The Purpose and Meaning of Occupational Engagement among Individuals who are Homeless” (2005-2007)
- Homelessness: Circumstances, Choice and Culture (2006 - present)
- Occupetional Engagement of Individuals with Mental Health Concerns living in Subsidized Housing (2007 - present)
Undergraduate Courses Taught
- Introduction to Fundamentals of Theory
- Fundamentals of Engagement in Human Occupation
- Fundamentals of Group Leadership in Occupational Therapy
- Community Partner Seminar Courses
- Fundamentals of Occupational Therapy
Graduate Courses Taught
- Concepts & Practice of Research
- Seminar in Occupation
- Group Leadership in Occupational Therapy: Adult and Later lifespan
- Human Health: Adult & Later Lifespan
- Master’s Directed Study
- Advanced Practice Issues
- Graduate Seminar
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