Student Representative: Colorado State University

Alex Hollander, OTS

What do you love about OT?

I love OT! Occupational Therapy is incredible, I love how client-centered and grounded in evidence this profession is. I love that we get to work with people of all ages and backgrounds, centering treatment and goals around their priorities to enable long lasting health outcomes.

How did you choose this profession?

I discovered OT while exploring different careers in the healthcare profession. I fell in love with the inherent creativity, humanistic, and clever way OT creates positive outcomes for clients. I had worked previously as a birth doula and caregiver. When I worked as a rehab technician at a skilled nursing facility, I found OT and my own passion!

Why did you choose to become an OTAC student representative?

Becoming CSU's OTAC student representative aligned with my interests in policy, advocacy, and learning more about OTs scope of care in Colorado and nationwide. I am very grateful to be involved in this organization representing my fellow students and getting to advocate for the future of our profession.

What's your favorite thing to do in Colorado?

I am a big skier/snowboarder! I love swimming throughout the year, I do cold dips throughout the winter. Colorado is so beautiful, I am very thankful to be here enjoying the sunshine, outdoors, and being a part of this awesome community.