OTech

General Meeting

Welcome to OTech!

What is OTech?

• Branch of OTech Canada, founded in 2020
• “Prepare OTs to be knowledgeable about assistive technologies and become active contributors to the dialogue in this technological revolution.”
• OTech CSU
• To feel better prepared to use assistive technology & universal design in everyday tech better serve patients in common settings OTs practice.
• Monthly general meetings
• Events and guest speakers
• As committed as you want to be!
• Anyone can join (undergrads, too)

What is

Assistive Technology?

• “Any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially or off the shelf, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities.”​ - Assistive Technology Act, 2004​
• Examples:
• Accessibility features on phones
• Apps
• Mobility and Positioning​
• Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)​
• Environmental Controls
• Computer Access/Electronic Information​
• Environmental Controls​

What is

Universal Design?

• Material items, products, and environments being designed and created in a manner that allows for all people to utilize and participate with, without additional adaptation.
• Universal design will work for everyone, regardless of their ability levels, and be less noticeable and stigmatizing than a pure accessibility design.
• Accessible design is created to hit certain code requirements set in place to accommodate for those with disabilities.
• 7 Principles of Universal Design

Connect with Us

Instagram

Linktree

Officer Team

Meet the

President

Danika Morrison (she/her)

Hometown: Snohomish, WA

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Favorite Piece of Tech You Use: iCalendar

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Tech Used at Fieldwork:

Stem 4 Apps (Depression, Self Harm)

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Vice President

Margaret Gibson

Hometown: Portland, OR

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Favorite Piece of Tech You Use:

Calendars/Planners

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Tech Used at Fieldwork: CCTVs, magnifiers, scan pens, check guides, glasses, accessibility settings, lifts, wheelchairs, ADL equipment

Treasurer

Nicole Borcyk (she/her)

Hometown: Omaha, NE

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Favorite Piece of Tech You Use: Phone/apps (Libby)

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Tech Used at Fieldwork: adaptive equipment for ADLs, Smile translation app

Professional Development

Archana Subramanian

Hometown: India - Colorado

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Favorite Piece of Tech You Use: Shower speakers

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Tech Used at Fieldwork: Mobile Accessibility, Access-on-Demand Uber

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Faculty Advisor

Marla Roll, MS, OTR/ L

Director, Assistive Technology Resource Center

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Marla has been an Occupational Therapist for 30 years and has worked in the field of assistive technology for over two decades.

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Marla oversees campus AT supports and services and develops curricula related to assistive technology and universal design.

Meet the ATRC!

From left to right:

• Michelle Brodsky
• Melanie Eddington
• Chelsea Hansen
• Marla Roll
• Allison Swanson
• Shannon Lavey

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Let’s get to know YOU!

• Name & Pronouns

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• Where are you from?

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• Why did you want to join OTech?

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• Favorite Piece of Tech You Use�
• Any questions so far?

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A Taste of Tech: Phone Accessibility Features

• Explore the accessibility features on your phone
• Low vision
• Limited hand mobility
• Hearing impairment �
• What tasks can you complete?

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• Where might you use these features with your clients?

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Brainstorm

AT Interests

What are you familiar with?

What do you want to learn about?

https://ideaboardz.com/for/OTech%20General%20Meeting/5041278

Upcoming Events

• Assistive Technology Expo
• September 15th, 10am - 4pm @ Conference Center at Adams 12�
• ATRC Open House: Tools for Student Success
• Need Volunteers – Email us: otechcsu@gmail.com
• September 29th, 9am - 11am @ TILT Building�
• October OTech General Meeting
• October 9th, 12pm @ OT Room 103�
• The Arc of Larimer Co. AT Workshop
• Need Volunteers (1-2 students) – Email us: otechcsu@gmail.com
• November 3rd, 9am-11:30am @ Ginger and Baker