erika✳

STUDENT. LEARNER. FUTURE OT.

A little curiosity.
A lot of heart.

Hi, I’m Erika Robbins. I’m a Health Sciences student, a Registered Behavior Technician, and an aspiring occupational therapist finding purpose in helping others participate in the moments that matter.

Get to know me ↘

a purpose in progress

Erika smiling outdoors while holding a black-and-white dog.
A little glimpse of me, outside the classroom.
future OT
in the makingalways growing ↗
HEALTH SCIENCES✳HUMAN CONNECTION✳EVERYDAY JOY✳LIFELONG LEARNING

01 / THE WHY BEHIND IT ALL

It started with
someone I love.

The small moments
can change everything. ♡

Watching my younger cousin discover new ways to play, connect, and explore through occupational therapy changed the way I saw my future.

I’ve always loved children and known that I wanted to help people. Seeing someone so important to me become more engaged in everyday life made that dream feel tangible. Occupational therapy brought together everything I cared about: connection, creativity, and meaningful participation.

Today, my coursework and work with children continue to deepen that interest. I’m preparing for graduate school with an open mind, a strong sense of purpose, and a lot more to learn.

“I truly could not think of a better way to live my life than to spend it empowering individuals to participate more fully in the occupations that bring purpose and joy to their lives.”— From my OT personal statement

02 / BUILDING THE FOUNDATION

My path, so far.

A love of learning.
A future rooted in care.

2024 — PRESENT

Indiana University Kokomo

Health Sciences · Exercise Science focus
Psychology minor

Studying the connections between movement, development, behavior, and well-being.

4.00 GPA*Expected graduation: May 2027
MAY 2024

Ivy Tech Community College

Indiana College Core
Technical Certificate

Built an early foundation for college through interdisciplinary coursework.

Magna Cum Laude3.81 GPA

*Academic details reflect my 2026 CV and résumé.

CONNECTING THE DOTS

Human movement ↔ Psychology ↔ Motor development ↔ Research & statistics ↔ Cultural competence

03 / LEARNING BY DOING

People have been
my best teachers.

Different settings.
Lessons I carry with me.

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BACA LEARN · JUNE 2025–PRESENT*

Small wins.
Meaningful growth.

Registered Behavior Technician

I support children through play-based learning and individualized behavioral care, collaborating with BCBAs and fellow RBTs. This work has taught me patience, flexibility, and the importance of celebrating progress.

A lesson I’m taking with me +

Progress is rarely linear. Supporting communication, self-care, and classroom skills has helped me appreciate each child’s strengths and the value of shared goals across a care team.

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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY SHADOWING

One profession.
So many possibilities.

Learning through observation

I’ve observed OT in outpatient pediatrics, hand therapy, breast cancer rehabilitation, wound and lymphedema clinics, and inpatient medical-surgical and intensive care settings.

What stayed with me +

In breast cancer rehabilitation, I saw how deeply everyday activities and emotional support connect. The experience helped me understand the importance of listening to the person behind the treatment plan.

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UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH & COURSEWORK

Better questions.
Deeper understanding.

Student researcher & curious learner

My coursework has included interviewing participants, collecting and interpreting data, administering surveys, and evaluating research. I’m interested in how evidence can support thoughtful, equitable care.

Topics I’ve explored +

Healthcare inequities, toddlers’ movement and environmental opportunities, and the impact of aging and loss on older adults’ well-being have helped me connect research with real lives.

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THE FARMERS BANK · 2022–2024

Connection begins
with listening.

ITM Agent · Frankfort

Helping people with financial transactions taught me to communicate clearly, solve problems with a team, and create a welcoming environment—even during someone’s stressful day.

Another chapter in service +

As a caterer at Shoup’s Country Foods in 2024, I helped prepare and serve food, decorate venues, and support clients at weddings, dinners, and other events.

*Role dates reflect my September 2026 résumé. These are student experiences and observations.

04 / QUESTIONS WORTH EXPLORING

Curiosity, put
into practice.

Undergraduate research
& academic explorations.

My coursework has given me opportunities to ask questions, evaluate evidence, and connect what I learn to people's everyday lives. These are selected areas I explored as an undergraduate.

CULTURAL COMPETENCE · LITERATURE REVIEWS

Healthcare equity & access

I reviewed literature on minority groups’ healthcare experiences and examined case studies about barriers to care. This work deepened my understanding of healthcare inequities and culturally competent practice.

Literature reviewHealth equityCritical reflection
MOTOR DEVELOPMENT · COURSE PROJECT

How toddlers explore their world

I explored how toddlers’ opportunities for action in their surroundings relate to perception and movement. This project helped me connect motor development with the environments children learn and play in.

Motor developmentPerception & actionChild development
DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY · COURSEWORK

Aging, loss & well-being

I examined the effects of aging and loss on older adults’ mental health and well-being, building a broader understanding of the emotional and social factors that shape life across the lifespan.

Lifespan developmentMental healthOlder adulthood

THE DETAILS, ALL TOGETHER

Take my résumé with you.

Education, experience, certifications, and skills.
PDF · September 2026

Download résumé ↓View PDF ↗

05 / WHAT LIGHTS ME UP

More than a line
on a résumé.

01

Children & the joy of play

I love seeing children explore their world, build confidence, and find new ways to connect.

02

Family & everyday adventures

Time with my cousins—from swimming to mini-golf—is a reminder of how much meaning lives in ordinary moments.

03

Movement & the human mind

Health Sciences and Psychology let me explore both the physical and emotional sides of participation.

04

Empathy & equitable care

I want to keep learning from perspectives different from my own and carry that understanding into my future work.

STILL LEARNING. STILL BECOMING.

The next chapter
has a lot of heart.

As I prepare for graduate school, I’m bringing my curiosity,
my experiences, and my commitment to helping others with me.

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