I develop novel and pratical student success resources for higher education professionals so they can spend more time on where it matters most – helping students succeed!
The College OT Vision
By equipping professionals with powerful tools and insights, The College OT creates a ripple effect to an exponential number of students’ lives because the right environment – people, programs, and support – can make a world of difference in student success, mental health, and well-being.
Ways The College OT can help
Faculty and student success professionals
Check out some of the College OT’s resources – comprehensive workbooks, handouts, and an assessment tool designed to reduce your preparation time and maximize your impact. Packed with evidence-based activities and strategies, it’s your blueprint for fostering student resilience and achievement. Perfect for summer bridge programs and first-year experience courses.
High school and college administrators
Looking for ideas to enhance support services on your campus? Let’s collaborate to build an environment where students don’t just survive, but thrive. Contact The College OT at kkeptner@gmail.com for tailored training and resources that empower your staff to become more capable and confident in supporting the diverse needs of students on campus.
Occupational therapists
Consider joining OT-U, a grass-roots community of practice, to find like-minded colleagues and participate in educational activities to help you find your voice in this space. On this website you can also discover professional resources to use with students, developed by the College OT.
About The College OT
Growing up I didn’t have the resources to plan my educational journey – and I struggled a lot. Once I got to grad school, it just got worse. Now I work on supporting students so that they don’t feel so alone in the college journey.
Now, with over two decades of experience as an occupational therapist (don’t know what an OT is?), I’ve dedicated my career to teaching, direct OT practice with college students, and research factors that influence student success.
My mission? To transform campus environments into spaces where every student can thrive. I want to collaborate with professionals to create spaces where skills and support intersect to help students succeed.
Reach out at kkeptner@gmail.com for ideas, information, or to explore how we can work together.
