Kansas Occupational Therapy Association, 825 S Kansas Avenue, Ste 500, Topeka, KS (2026)

03/19/2026

Exciting in-person CEU opportunity!

KOTA’s Southern District will be hosting a CEU opportunity on April 13th from 6-7 pm. This event will be FREE for KOTA members. Please join John for this valuable learning opportunity!

See post for additional information regarding this opportunity. We look forward to seeing you and your colleagues there!

03/15/2026

Thank you again to all of those who were a part of Kansas’ Occupational Therapy Day on the Hill!

The event brought together more than 100 OT students and professionals from across Kansas to advocate for our profession and the patients we serve.

The morning included speakers and updates from Representative Angela Stiens, Senator Adam Thomas, KOTA lobbyist Travis Grauerholz, KOTA President Ashleigh Heldstab, Government Affairs Chair Katrina Shaw, and Susan Gile from the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts.

After the program, attendees visited the Capitol to meet with legislators and deliver information and gifts to legislative offices, helping share the important role occupational therapy plays in the lives of Kansans.

Thank you to all the students, practitioners, and speakers who participated. Your advocacy helps strengthen our profession and its impact across Kansas.

03/12/2026

What an incredible day at the Kansas Capitol!

KOTA was proud to host our annual Occupational Therapy Day on the Hill, bringing together more than 100 occupational therapy students and professionals from across Kansas to advocate for the profession and the patients we serve.

The morning kicked off with a full agenda of speakers and discussions, including remarks from Representative Angela Stiens and Senator Adam Thomas, a legislative update from KOTA lobbyist Travis Grauerholz, and updates from KOTA President Ashleigh Heldstab, KOTA Government Affairs Chair Katrina Shaw and Susan Gile with the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts on licensure and professional issues impacting OT practice in our state.

After the program, attendees walked to the Capitol to meet with legislators and personally deliver information and gifts to every legislative office, helping ensure lawmakers understand the vital role occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants play in improving the lives of Kansans.

Thank you to every student, practitioner, and speaker who participated. Your advocacy and engagement help strengthen our profession and ensure occupational therapy continues to make a meaningful impact across Kansas.

03/04/2026

Get ready for Rise Up: Empowering the OT Revolution at the KOTA Annual Conference 2026! 🎉

Join us September 18–19, 2026 at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Lawrence, KS for Kansas’ largest occupational therapy gathering.

✨ Call for Papers – Now Open!
Submit your proposal by March 31, 2026 for the opportunity to share your expertise.

📌 Call for Posters
Poster proposals are due April 15, 2026. Showcase your research or professional content, engage with attendees, and earn CEU credit for your presentation. (See full guidelines and submission details online.)

🤝 Sponsorship & Vendor Opportunities Available
Industry partners and organizations are invited to join us as sponsors or exhibitors. Check out the Sponsorship & Vendor One-Pager and application to get involved!

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting event—we can’t wait to see you in Lawrence!

03/01/2026

We’re excited to announce that KOTA apparel is officially available for order — just in time for Occupational Therapy Month this April!

Even better, these designs were created by our very own members. You all voted, and the apparel options available now feature the top two winning designs. This is truly a member-driven project from start to finish.

Once ordered, it takes about 2-3 weeks, therefore order TODAY so you can have your new swag for OT month!

ORDER HERE: https://www.hhdesignsks.com/collections/kansas-occupational-therapy-association-fundraiser?fbclid=IwY2xjawQAcqFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETI0cTAzNkdDck1xMTVHQnhxc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHprs7O1tWGI_L_OSdGfHOjSrdRtDXL_ckXFAct4bX2evddk4KRRS9v0Iu7oZ_aem_C7dxIXOpj8s625uLt3kj5A

A portion of every purchase will be donated back to KOTA and invested in supporting the occupational therapy profession. It’s a fun and meaningful way to show your pride, support the association, and celebrate the profession we all love and believe in. Thank you for helping us represent OT and KOTA in style. We can’t wait to see everyone wearing their gear this April!

02/26/2026

We’re excited to announce that KOTA apparel is officially available for order — just in time for Occupational Therapy Month this April!

Even better, these designs were created by our very own members. You all voted, and the apparel options available now feature the top two winning designs. This is truly a member-driven project from start to finish.

Once ordered, it takes about 2-3 weeks, therefore order TODAY so you can have your new swag for OT month!

ORDER HERE: https://www.hhdesignsks.com/collections/kansas-occupational-therapy-association-fundraiser?fbclid=IwY2xjawQAcqFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETI0cTAzNkdDck1xMTVHQnhxc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHprs7O1tWGI_L_OSdGfHOjSrdRtDXL_ckXFAct4bX2evddk4KRRS9v0Iu7oZ_aem_C7dxIXOpj8s625uLt3kj5A

A portion of every purchase will be donated back to KOTA and invested in supporting the occupational therapy profession. It’s a fun and meaningful way to show your pride, support the association, and celebrate the profession we all love and believe in. Thank you for helping us represent OT and KOTA in style. We can’t wait to see everyone wearing their gear this April!

02/13/2026

✨ Special Member Highlight ✨

Liz Zayat, your KOTA International Liaison, is currently in Bangkok, Thailand! She representing Kansas at the World Federation of Occupational Therapy Congress.

Stay tuned to hear more about her travels and experiences in the international occupational therapy community!

02/12/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended the Special Topics in OT Student Summit last weekend! 👏

We are so grateful for the energy, engagement, and passion that students brought to this event. Their commitment to learning and growing their OT skill set is what this event was all about!

A special thank you to our incredible speakers — Brandy Archie, Regan Cooper, Matt Norwood, and Carrie Grosdidier — for sharing your knowledge, experiences, and insight with our students. Your time and expertise made this summit meaningful and impactful.

And shout out to Leah Towle, Izzy Moran, and Katie Tipton for organizing! Thank you for your hard work!

We are proud to support the next generation of OT practitioners! 💙

02/11/2026

Call for Papers is OPEN!

The Kansas Occupational Therapy Association is now accepting speaker proposals for our 2026 Annual Conference in Lawrence, KS.

🗓 September 18–19, 2026
📍 DoubleTree by Hilton | Lawrence, Kansas
🎤 Theme: Rise Up! Empowering the OT Revolution

Share your expertise, research, and innovative practice with OT practitioners, educators, and students from across Kansas.

📝 Submission Deadline: March 31, 2026

SUBMIT HERE: kotaonline.org/KOTA-Conference-2026

Don’t miss your chance to participate in our state's biggest occupational therapy gathering!

02/05/2026

Reminder to all OTD, OTA, and Pre-OT students who are registered -

The Special Topics in OT Student Summit is finally here! We are looking forward to seeing you on February 7, 2026, from 9:30 AM–3:30 PM at Washburn University!

Connect with students and practicing OTs from across Kansas for a day of hands-on workshops in:
🧠 Brain injury rehab
🤲 Feeding therapy
🦿 Mobility
💻 Assistive technology
💬 Mental health promotion

You’ll be up, moving, and learning practical skills directly from experienced clinicians! See you soon!

02/04/2026

Call for Papers is OPEN!

The Kansas Occupational Therapy Association is now accepting speaker proposals for our 2026 Annual Conference in Lawrence, KS.

🗓 September 18–19, 2026

📍 DoubleTree by Hilton | Lawrence, Kansas

🎤 Theme: Rise Up! Empowering the OT Revolution

Share your expertise, research, and innovative practice with OT practitioners, educators, and students from across Kansas.

📝 Submission Deadline: March 31, 2026

SUBMIT HERE: kotaonline.org/KOTA-Conference-2026

Don’t miss your chance to participate in our state's biggest occupational therapy gathering!

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