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Katy Orleck

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Bio

My life goals are to be an occupational therapist that works in the mental health field. I want to use my knowledge to help advocate for my client's needs.

Education

Xavier University

Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
2022 - 2025

Xavier University

Bachelor's degree program
2016 - 2021
  • Majors:
    • Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Occupational Therapy

    • Dream career goals:

      My long-term career goal is to help individuals live a fulfilling life despite their diagnosis.

    • Student Shelver

      Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County
      2015 – 20161 year
    • Crew Member

      Coney Island
      2018 – 2018
    • Cashier

      Jungle Jim's International Market
      2019 – Present6 years

    Research

    • Psychology, Other

      Xavier University (Course: Research Methods II) — Researcher
      2019 – 2019

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      Alternative Breaks (Xavier University) — I learned about sustaining urban micro-farms in the fall. The spring semester, I helped on a farm with individuals that were recovering from an addiction.
      2018 – 2019
    • Volunteering

      Alternative Breaks (Xavier University) — I spent time doing activities with individuals that had various disabilities.
      2017 – 2018
    • Volunteering

      Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County — I shelved books and helped with the summer reading program.
      2015 – 2015
    • Volunteering

      Cincinnati Nature Center — I helped with various summer camps.
      2015 – 2015

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Volunteering

    Bold Self-Care Scholarship
    Over the past year, my definition of self-care has changed exponentially. Last year the task that I stated was practicing self-care was showering and eating. However, this year I would say that the activities that I do to implement self-care are based on deliberately taking time for myself to do something that I enjoy. I thought that self-care was a waste of time but I was forced through some unforeseen health issues to realize that self-care is necessary for me to be the best version of myself. I learned to say no to society's expectations of always being busy and instead set boundaries that will facilitate my well-being. In the process of setting boundaries, I have figured out various activities that I have implemented into everyday life that gives me joy. Some of these activities are more physical such as walking on trails and exploring. Other activities that I enjoy are more stationary such as reading novels, completing sticker-by-numbers, and listening to true crime podcasts. Ultimately, without self-care, I would not be able to learn and enjoy life to the fullest.
    Katy Orleck Student Profile | Bold.org