Artist:

Kris Manzanares is an artist who uses personal iconography and the human form to examine modern family dynamics. Through narrative oil paintings, she explores hidden tensions, motherhood, and cultural limitations, transforming subconscious questions into imagery that fosters personal insight, growth, and dialogue about identity and change.

Researcher:

Dr. Oaklee Rogers is the associate dean for the College of Health Sciences at Boise State University. Throughout her career, Dr. Rogers has successfully published in peer-reviewed journals, obtained grant funding, and presented at state, national, and international conferences. Her research interests focus on designing and implementing OT programs for individuals with substance use disorders and best practices for clinical education.