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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.
Jennifer Weaver brings expertise in brain injury rehabilitation, measurement and implementation research to VCU CHP
The Department of Occupational Therapy at Virginia Commonwealth University’s College of Health Professions continues to grow its faculty and recently appointed Jennifer Weaver as an associate professor. According to Weaver, VCU Occupational Therapy has been on her radar as she has followed the research and grant successes emerging from the college and across the university, and she hopes to play a bigger part in its story.
An encounter halfway around the world brings spotlight onto Ph.D. student
When students interact with Virginia Commonwealth University President Michael Rao, it's typically in various administrative buildings on campus, at sporting events or at other university gatherings. But Hannah Loh Yun Lei, a student in the College of Health Professions Ph.D. in Health Related Sciences program, met him halfway around the globe in Singapore.
Beyond finger tapping: How VCU researchers are rethinking Parkinson’s testing
Brooke Dexheimer is investigating how subtle differences in dominant and nondominant hand function could lead to more sensitive clinical testing for Parkinson's disease. (VCU News)
Tracey Gendron appointed CHP’s first Associate Dean for faculty and staff success and engagement
Virginia Commonwealth University’s College of Health Professions is always seeking new and innovative ways to improve the functions and well-being of its faculty and staff, and a new leadership position aims to do just that with the appointment of Tracey Gendron, Ph.D., as the college’s first Associate Dean for Faculty and Staff Success and Engagement, which expands the scope of the prior role of associate dean for faculty affairs.
CHP’s perfusion program celebrates another milestone as first cohort dons their white coats
Although the Master of Science in Cardiovascular Perfusion is one of the newer programs at Virginia Commonwealth University’s College of Health Professions, it has already reached a major milestone. In October, the program held its inaugural white coat ceremony, which honored the first cohort of 10, who are now finishing their studies and will soon start clinical rotations.
VCU Occupational Therapy’s Design Course: Students use their skills to help two boys enjoy summer
The Department of Occupational Therapy at Virginia Commonwealth University’s College of Health Professions is constantly developing new and innovative ways to help those in need. One way the department prepares its students for future careers, encourages creativity and assists those in need is through its design course.
Recovery Leadership Academy continues to support Peer Recovery Specialists in Virginia
Virginia Commonwealth University’s College of Health Professions continues to make an impact within the broader community, helping strengthen the skills of Peer Recovery Specialists and other addiction, substance use and mental health support professionals through the Recovery Leadership Academy.
CHP faculty and staff publish their latest findings on the uses of alternative grading
Faculty and staff members at Virginia Commonwealth University’s College of Health Professions are constantly developing new research projects in a variety of fields. One of the latest published works from the college was researched and written by Jenny Inker, MBA, M.S., Ph.D., LALFA, associate professor in the Department of Gerontology, and Michael Forder, Ed.D., director of learning experience and architecture with the BS in Health Services program, who examined the effectiveness of an alternative form of classroom evaluation and students' reactions to it.
College of Health Professions faculty win grants to further research
Several faculty members across the College of Health Professions have received awards from various departments at Virginia Commonwealth University to advance their research. The research covers topics such as brain health, sports betting habits and the risk of falls in older adults, among others.
Virginia Center on Aging focuses on collaborations with Native American tribes
Virginia Commonwealth University’s College of Health Professions has been expanding its educational and research activities across the state. One of the latest initiatives stems from the Department of Gerontology and the Virginia Center on Aging (VCoA), which is making connections with elders from local Native American tribes.
Please contact Malorie Burkett at mgburkett@vcu.edu or (804) 828-7247.