Karen Majeski

Karen Majeski is an Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy at Quinnipiac University and Program Director of the Post-Professional OTD program. Her clinical background spans school-based practice, postsecondary transition services, and assistive technology, with leadership roles in professional organizations such as co-facilitator of AOTA's Transition Community of Practice and co-founder of the Cheshire Transition Collaborative Program. She serves as Chair of the Connecticut Community Empowerment Foundation, focusing on integrated employment for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

• BS, Quinnipiac University
• OTD, George Washington University

Her research focuses on postsecondary transition planning for youth with disabilities, assistive technology for physical and cognitive support, and inclusive educational practices. Recent work explores AI-powered tools for hands-free computing and photovoice methodology for empowering individuals with IDD. Her publications analyze systemic gaps in transition services and advocate for occupational therapy's expanded role in educational and vocational settings.

Key trends in her articles include advancements in AI and gesture recognition for accessibility, the integration of the HAAT model in virtual services, and evidence-based protocols for executive function development in transition-age students. Her work bridges clinical practice with policy advocacy to improve outcomes for individuals with disabilities.

Karen Majeski collaborates with interdisciplinary teams across academic, healthcare, and community sectors. She co-hosts the Book Club for Busy Lives podcast, discussing inclusive teaching practices in higher education.