Kent State East Liverpool Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

05/26/2026

The NHGEO is proud to announce the recipient of the Susan Bickerstaff Casto: Legacy of Care Scholarship — Klair Ketchum of Salem and is a senior nursing student at Kent State Columbiana County Campuses
Klair is a dedicated non-traditional nursing student and the devoted mother of three sons, ages 8, 10, and 13. Her determination, perseverance, and commitment to furthering her education embody the very spirit of this scholarship.
Susan’s friends and caregivers, who walked beside her throughout her illness, knew that Susan would be deeply honored to help another nurse achieve her dreams and continue the tradition of paying kindness and compassion forward. Susan herself was an LPN who courageously returned to school to become an RN, understanding firsthand the sacrifices and dedication required to pursue a nursing career while balancing family and life responsibilities.
It is our privilege and honor to present this scholarship to Klair in Susan’s memory and on her behalf, continuing Susan’s beautiful legacy of care, compassion, and encouragement for future generations of nurses.

05/26/2026

05/26/2026

This Memorial Day weekend, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedom.

In observance of Memorial Day, there will be no classes and all Regional Campus offices will be closed on Monday, May 25.

05/26/2026

Kent State Regional Campuses deliver unique learning experiences that build real skills to launch your career. Begin Where You Belong ➡️ www.kent.edu/regional-campuses

05/26/2026

Earn affordable, in-demand degrees with flexible schedules at a Kent State Regional Campus – your future is close to home. Begin Where You Belong ➡️ www.kent.edu/regional-campuses

05/26/2026

Principle 8 is all about patient privacy. Be careful about posting online. Always make sure no personal identifying information is visible in a photo or video that you share. Also be cautious about what you discuss with a colleague or supervisor in any public space. When responding to an NBCOT investigation, be sure to redact patient names and protected health information.

05/26/2026

OT's roots are in mental health. From the profession's earliest days, OT practitioners have understood that meaningful occupation is mental health care. Routines, roles, and engagement aren't separate from wellbeing. They're foundational to it.

To the OT practitioners working in psychiatric settings, community mental health, schools, private practice, and every space in between: your work matters, and the profession is stronger because of it.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.

05/19/2026

Kent State Regional Campuses give students trusted, high-quality learning experiences that guide them toward career success. Begin Where You Belong ➡️ www.kent.edu/regional-campuses

05/19/2026

2026 Grief, identity, and adaptation: An OTP's journey beyond orthopedic trauma Home Publications OT Practice Issues Therapists beyond borders: Local community empowerment through Global Training of Trainers Mary Musyoki, Lisa Osier, Sarah Cline, Lauren...

05/19/2026

Modernize workflows with Zoom's trusted collaboration tools: including video meetings, Zoom Chat, VoIP phone, webinars, whiteboard, contact center, and events.