Physician Assistant Studies student Dzevida Pandzic ’21 is the recipient of the 2021 Dr. Thomas Marfing Educational Trust Scholarship. Funded by the trust, the scholarship has been awarded annually ... Continue Reading 2021 Marfing Educational Trust Scholarship…
School of Health Professions News: Spring Semester 2021 Faculty and students present; faculty publish and work a major sports event; and more
A case report, "Physical Therapy Management in Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections: A Case Report" written by Associate Director of Clinical Education, Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy & ... Continue Reading School of Health Professions News:…
Occupational Therapy Students and Alumni Engage in Law Enforcement-Related Research Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy Alicia Lutman, OTD, oversaw both efforts
Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy Alicia Lutman, OTD, and occupational therapy program alumni Brianna Boelte, Amanda Gibs, Diana Gold, Mollie Kamerow, BriAnna Thomassy, participated in the ... Continue Reading Occupational Therapy Students and Alumni…
Washington, D.C. News Outlet Features SU’s OT Program WJLA Report Focuses on Occupational Therapy's Adaptations During the Pandemic
Sample Shenandoah Graduate Programs This Summer Take Courses That Could Lead To A Graduate Certificate!
Wondering if you should pursue a graduate degree? Try some courses this summer to familiarize yourself with graduate work and even start what could lead to a graduate certificate! Register ... Continue Reading Sample Shenandoah Graduate Programs This…
Shenandoah Physician Assistant Studies Program One of the Nation’s Best Intelligent.com ranks university’s program in its Top 10, with special marks for faculty quality
Shenandoah University’s physician assistant (PA) studies program is ranked No. 8 in Intelligent’s list of the best physician assistant graduate programs in the U.S. Shenandoah’s program also received ... Continue Reading Shenandoah Physician Assistant Studies Program…
Starting A Public Health Career During A Pandemic Shenandoah’s Master of Public Health Program Provides Essential Skills And Lasting Support
Shenandoah University alumnus Christian Lamoureux ’20, MPH, completed his graduate studies in public health and began his career in the field in the midst of the novel coronavirus pandemic. As he ... Continue Reading Starting A Public Health Career…
Shenandoah PT Program #1 In The State Graduate program heads Universities.com list of Virginia programs in the field
Shenandoah University’s Division of Physical Therapy has topped Universities.com’s list of the best Virginia PT programs. Being ranked the #1 PT school in Virginia is a true reflection of the many ... Continue Reading Shenandoah PT Program #1 In…
SU Faculty, Staff Share Their Thoughts on Vaccine Rollout Many Will Receive The Vaccine For Their Efforts
Shenandoah University faculty and staff are volunteering on the front lines of the regional COVID-19 vaccination rollout — with many able to receive the vaccine for their efforts. Approximately 20 ... Continue Reading SU Faculty, Staff Share Their…
Shenandoah Aids in Local Vaccination Efforts Faculty, Staff To Help Administer Vaccine, Perform Clerical Duties
Shenandoah University will aid in local vaccination efforts starting this week at the request of the local hospital system, Valley Health. Approximately 20 faculty and staff will help during the ... Continue Reading Shenandoah Aids in Local Vaccination…
Health Professions Students Excel on Licensure Exams Pass Rates are Perfect in Six Areas of Study
Shenandoah University’s health professions students are achieving perfect or near-perfect pass rates on their national licensure exams. So far this year, six health professions have seen perfect pass ... Continue Reading Health Professions Students Excel on…
Occupational Therapy Program Promotes Diversity, Dialogue Students Establish Local Chapter of the Coalition of Occupational Therapy Advocates for Diversity
Shenandoah University’s occupational therapy program is doing its part to promote diversity, equity and inclusion by establishing a local chapter of the Coalition of Occupational Therapy Advocates for ... Continue Reading Occupational Therapy Program Promotes Diversity,…
Katherine (Brady) Peterman ’13 Is On The Case Shenandoah University Alumna Uses Her Public Health Education To Combat The Spread Of COVID-19
Katherine (Brady) Peterman ’13 decided to attempt to re-enter the workforce this summer after spending two years at home with her young son. Thanks in part to Shenandoah University, she possessed the ... Continue Reading Katherine (Brady) Peterman ’13 Is…
Sample Shenandoah Graduate Programs this Summer Take courses that could lead to a graduate certificate!
It’s understandable if you’re feeling a little unsure right now. We get it. That’s why we’ve decided to offer a variety of individual Shenandoah University graduate courses to you this summer. You ... Continue Reading Sample Shenandoah Graduate Programs this…
Autumn Wacker O’Hara Utilizes Degree to Help Others Shenandoah University OT program balances online and in-person coursework
Autumn Wacker O’Hara ’11 chose to pursue her degree at Shenandoah because of its flexible, hybrid Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program, which allows students to develop as leaders and ... Continue Reading Autumn Wacker O’Hara Utilizes Degree…
Health Professions News: Winter/Spring ’19-’20 Baby labs, presentations, burnout prevention and more mark the season
Shenandoah health professions students held their first baby lab this winter in Winchester and at Scholar Plaza, Loudoun. Students examined gross, fine and oral motor development skills with each ... Continue Reading Health Professions News: Winter/Spring ’19-’20…
Shenandoah University Health Professions News: Fall 2019 Faculty participate in an international delegation and students provide assistance to the community and peers
Assistant Professor and Director of the Division of Occupational Therapy Cathy Shanholtz, OTD, and Director of Graduate Public Health Programs Michelle Gamber, DrPH, were part of an international ... Continue Reading Shenandoah University Health Professions News:…
Famed Pain Scientist Lorimer Moseley Presents at Shenandoah Moseley Offers Two-Day Course To Health Professionals
Lorimer Moseley, Ph.D., an internationally known physiotherapist and pain scientist, presented a two-day continuing education course, "Pain: From Biology to Behavior Change," on Sept. 21 and Sept. 22, ... Continue Reading Famed Pain Scientist Lorimer Moseley…
A Head Start on Early Intervention Shenandoah OT Student Earning Certification From GEORGE Program, Which Uses Interdisciplinary Learning to Benefit Services Provided to Young Children
When Shenandoah University occupational therapy student La’Shandra “Elle” Russell ’19 graduates from the OT program in December, she will have earned not only a Master of Science in Occupational ... Continue Reading A Head Start on Early…
School of Health Professions News: Summer 2019 News from physician assistant studies, physical therapy and athletic training programs
Bailey Dove and Camtran Huynh, both members of the SU PA Program class of 2020, were selected to be student representatives to the board of the Virginia Rural Health Association (VRHA), a nonprofit ... Continue Reading School of Health Professions News:…
Graduate Programs Ranked in U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report’s 2020 edition of Best Graduate Schools
Several Shenandoah University graduate programs are ranked nationally in U.S. News & World Report’s 2020 edition of Best Graduate Schools. Physician Assistant Studies (PA) at No. 21 Physician ... Continue Reading Graduate Programs Ranked in U.S.…
Acclaimed Professor Talks Current Topics In Biomedical Ethics University of Virginia's James Childress Visits Shenandoah for James A. Davis Lectures in Religion
A well-known name in biomedical ethics will take the podium for the upcoming James A. Davis Lectures In Religion. James F. Childress, Ph.D., professor emeritus of medical education at University of ... Continue Reading Acclaimed Professor Talks Current Topics…
Chasing Down a Dream Woman crosses thousands of miles to become a Shenandoah PA student
Silvia Garcia Murcia traveled thousands of miles—sleeping in the desert, crawling through cacti, and experiencing life inside a detention center and maximum security prison—to finally become a ... Continue Reading Chasing Down a Dream Woman…
Open House Will Highlight Health Care, Virtual Reality And Theatre University showcases interprofessional learning during Healthcare Simulation Week
In celebration of international Healthcare Simulation Week Sept. 17-21, Shenandoah University will hold an open house to showcase how it's using virtual reality, simulation labs and Shenandoah ... Continue Reading Open House Will Highlight Health…
New York Times Bestselling Author Takes On Opioid Crisis With New Book Beth Macy, Author Of “Dopesick,” To Visit Shenandoah University On Book Tour
Author Beth Macy will make a stop at Shenandoah University to speak about the opioid crisis as part of a 30-stop book tour. The discussion will start at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13, in Stimpson ... Continue Reading New York Times Bestselling Author…
Shenandoah University Adds 15 New Programs To Its Academic Offerings Programs range from cybersecurity to health humanities
Shenandoah University has added 15 new majors and minors to its list of degrees and certificates that students can earn. The university currently offers more than 100 academic programs in seven ... Continue Reading Shenandoah University Adds 15 New…
PA Faculty Member Named Virginia PA Of The Year Former PA Program Director Honored By The Virginia Academy of Physician Assistants
Adjunct Associate Professor of Physician Assistant (PA) Studies Rachel A. Carlson, Ed.D., PA-C, DFAAPA, was named the Virginia PA of the Year by Virginia Academy of Physician Assistants(VAPA) at its ... Continue Reading PA Faculty Member Named Virginia…
PA Celebrates 100% National Exam Pass Rate Accomplishment Reflects A Healthy, Top-Ranked Physician Assistant (PA) Studies Program
Shenandoah University’s Physician Assistant (PA) Studies class of 2017 has posted a 100 percent first-time pass rate on the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE). It’s the third time ... Continue Reading PA Celebrates 100% National Exam…
Shenandoah Physician Assistant Studies Class of 2019 Gala Benefits Others Funds Raised At Event Are Helping Organizations In Winchester And Nicaragua
The Shenandoah University Physician Assistant (PA) Studies Class of 2019 raised $12,000 for health and human services organizations at its recent gala. On June 29, the class presented ... Continue Reading Shenandoah Physician Assistant Studies Class…
Shenandoah University Celebrates 1,302 Graduates at May 12 Commencement First Commencement Ceremony Held in New James R. Wilkins, Jr. Athletics & Events Center
Shenandoah University celebrated its 2018 Commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 12, in the new James R. Wilkins, Jr. Athletics & Events Center. The event celebrated 223 August 2017 ... Continue Reading Shenandoah University Celebrates 1,302 Graduates…
Shenandoah University To Celebrate 1,302 Graduates at May 12 Commencement First Commencement Ceremony To be Held in James R. Wilkins, Jr. Athletics & Events Center
Shenandoah University will celebrate its 2018 Commencement at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 12, in the new James R. Wilkins, Jr. Athletics & Events Center. Saturday’s ceremony celebrates 223 August ... Continue Reading Shenandoah University To Celebrate 1,302…
School of Health Professions to Participate in Virtual Fair
On Tuesday April 24, Shenandoah University's School of Health Professions will participate in the Diversity Healthcare Virtual Fair. Students are invited to attend this unique virtual event where ... Continue Reading School of Health Professions to…
Health Professions & Pharmacy News: Winter 2017 Abraham Becomes Permanent Health Professions Dean, Pharmacy Professor's Research Spreads On the Web
Karen Abraham, Ph.D., (pictured above) professor of physical therapy and interim dean, assumed the permanent role of dean of the School of Health Professions on Jan. 2. An accomplished teacher and ... Continue Reading Health Professions & Pharmacy News:…
Shenandoah University To Host Healthcare Leadership In The 21st Century Conference Event Features Renowned Speakers With A Variety Of Leadership Perspectives
Shenandoah University’s Harry F. Byrd, Jr. School of Business will host its Healthcare Leadership in the 21st Century conference on Thursday, Oct. 26, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Brandt Student ... Continue Reading Shenandoah University To Host Healthcare…
Shenandoah University Awarded Nearly $1 Million To Diversify And Transform Physician Assistant Workforce Project To Create Faculty And Student-Run Interprofessional Clinic
Shenandoah University’s Division of Physician Assistant (PA) Studies is at the forefront of diversifying the PA workforce and is set to develop a faculty and student-run interprofessional clinic, all ... Continue Reading Shenandoah University Awarded Nearly $1…
VAPA Honors Two Shenandoah University Community Members PA Medical Director And Alumnus Both Receive Awards During VAPA Summer Conference
Two awards recently presented by the Virginia Academy of Physician Assistants (VAPA) went to individuals with strong connections to Shenandoah University. Shenandoah University Physician Assistant ... Continue Reading VAPA Honors Two Shenandoah University…