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Performing Arts, Physical Therapy Education departments offer virtual dance program for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease
December 18, 2020
In a research study that was done completely virtually and funded by the Parkinson’s Foundation, Department of Performing Arts in collaboration with Department of Physical Therapy Education successfully offered classes based on the Mark Morris Dance for Parkinson’s Disease program virtually to five individuals.
Doctor of Physical Therapy Commencement honors Class of 2020
December 12, 2020
During her commencement address, Dean Gail Jensen from Creighton University urged these 45 new graduates to develop habits of the heart as they develop their professional skills and careers.
Department of Physical Therapy Education awarded Lung Cancer Initiative research grant
December 9, 2020
The Lung Cancer Initiative of North Carolina has awarded a grant to the Elon Department of Physical Therapy Education for research on fall prevention in lung cancer patients.
Alumni in Action: Hannah McHugh ’13 G’17 puts her patients and students first
September 29, 2020
Hannah McHugh ’13 G’17 PT, DPT, CCS discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected her work in physical therapy.
The Nineteen: Emily Wilbourne ’22 in South Korea
September 21, 2020
Emily Wilbourne is one of 19 undergraduate and graduate students studying abroad and Studying USA this fall. "The Nineteen" is a series where we’ll take a closer look at these students’ stories to learn how global education is happening in this historic moment.
DPT alumna publishes paper with Elon faculty in Medical Problems of Performing Arts journal
September 9, 2020
The paper, which stemmed from her research while a student in Elon's program, measured the shoulder strength and range of motion of circus artists.
Anatomical Gift Program’s Donor Memorial Service is a ‘virtual’ and heartfelt expression of gratitude for ‘silent teachers’
August 20, 2020
The July 15 production commemorated the lives and contributions of the program’s 19 anatomical donors.
School of Health Sciences students adapt to new safety practices in return to the classroom
August 4, 2020
For the past 10 weeks, graduate students in Elon’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Education and Physician Assistant studies programs have been attending in-person classes at the school, donning masks and employing new cleaning measures.
Doctor of Physical Therapy students building exercise database to help adaptive athletes worldwide
June 17, 2020
Third-year Elon DPT candidates are working to create a database of strength and conditioning exercises specifically for athletes with physical limitations.