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Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy Students Host Diversity Panel Discussion
The Division of Physical Therapy hosted a virtual panel discussion on Feb. 23 about the importance of diversity within the field of physical therapy, in...
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Staff Spotlight: Jessica Mays
When it comes to making sure that students are prepared for every stage of their academic career, Jessica Mays, an academic advisor in the College...
Social Work
UCF Names 2022’s 30 Under 30 Alumni Award Winners
UCF Alumni has announced its annual 30 Under 30 Award winners. They are inventors, entrepreneurs, engineers, athletes, academics, teachers and nurses on the frontlines of...
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Interprofessional Faculty Earn $1.5 Million Grant To Build Healthcare Provider Resiliency
As COVID-19 challenges the resilience of healthcare providers worldwide, an interprofessional team of UCF health faculty recently received a $1.5 million federal grant to help...
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UCF DPT Grads Achieve 100% First-Attempt Pass Rate on National Exam for 3 Years In a Row
For the third year in a row, UCF physical therapy graduates have achieved a 100% pass rate on their first attempt on the National Physical...
Social Work
Social Work Student’s Perseverance Honored with Invincible Knights Scholarship
A big obstacle for many students who want to pursue a master’s degree is the cost. The College of Health Professions and Sciences (CHPS) understands...
Communication Disorders Clinic
Speak Up! Group Helps Adults with Disabilities Develop Self-Advocacy and Communication Skills
A new therapy group for adults with disabilities is empowering them with skills related to self-advocacy and social communication. Kelly David, speech-language pathologist and clinical...
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UCF’s new PhD in Kinesiology Advances Science of Human Movement and Trains Future Researchers and Educators
UCF’s new Kinesiology Ph.D. degree program will prepare students for careers as clinical researchers, sports scientists, university professors, and professional leaders in one of the nation’s...
Physical Therapy
Residency Faculty Conrad, Beato, Neely Receive National and State Awards
Multiple faculty members of the UCF & Orlando Health Neurologic Residency Program were recognized by their respective academies at this year’s American Physical Therapy Association...
Physical Therapy
Residency Faculty Presents with National Parkinson Task Force Members
UCF & Orlando Health Neurologic Residency Coordinator Nicole Dawson PT, PhD, GCS, and Residency Director Morris “Rick” Beato, PT, DPT, GCS, NCS, presented with members...
