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Every day College of Health Professions students, alumni, faculty and staff do extraordinary things. Read more about our latest achievements below.
Chris Reading ‘85 pushes for physical therapy’s place in the healthcare system
Forty years into a career that began in the clinic, Chris Reading is helping shape the future of physical therapy at the national level. A 1985 graduate of VCU’s physical therapy program, Reading spent nearly two decades in clinical practice in the Richmond region before moving into executive leadership.
Three CHP faculty members selected as VCU Shift Labs Faculty Fellows Awardees
Three faculty members from the VCU College of Health Professions have been selected by the VCU Office of Innovation and Strategic Design as Shift Labs Faculty Fellow Awardees. This award recognizes those who demonstrate exceptional commitment to innovation and entrepreneurial thinking by participating in Shift Labs programming and contributing to projects that address complex societal challenges.
Building the pipeline
Behind every disease outbreak investigation, every newborn screening and every environmental safety test, there’s a laboratory – and a workforce many people never see. That’s exactly what Michael Lacy, Ph.D., wants to change.
Class of 2026: Sydney Hilovsky takes occupational therapy to the pool for children with autism
Hilovsky has been pursuing two doctoral degrees in the College of Health Professions, and her aquatic therapy project already has had real-world impact.
U.S. News & World Report includes 18 VCU programs in the top 50 of its new rankings
Five programs of VCU’s College of Health Professions ranked among the top 50, including three in the top 10.
Virginia’s gambling expansion must be matched by recovery support
As casinos open and online betting accelerates, the state needs to invest in treatment and public awareness before more lives are upended. (Virginia Mercury)
College of Health Professions honors excellence, leadership, and service at inaugural awards ceremony
VCU’s College of Health Professions turned the spotlight on its people Friday, March 27, hosting a celebratory awards ceremony at the Hippodrome Theater in downtown Richmond to recognize those demonstrating excellence in leadership, education, research, innovation, and service.
With new federal grant, VCU project aims to turn shared meals into a gateway to better health for older adults
A new initiative led by Virginia Commonwealth University researchers aims to strengthen one of the most important — and often overlooked — support systems for older adults: a shared meal.
Jessica Mittler Memorial Service - Saturday, April 18
Doors open at 10:30am, service begins at 11am. Reception to follow with light refreshments.
Ph.D. program guides Hawley in raising national voice in problem gambling
When Carolyn Hawley, Ph.D., first wrote a grant proposal on youth gambling, she didn’t expect it to define her career.
Contact Malorie Burkett at mgburkett@vcu.edu or (804) 828-7247.