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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.
VCU College of Health Professions Receives National Recognition for Higher Education Excellence in Diversity
The Virginia Commonwealth University College of Health Professions has received the 2024 Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education.
Virginia Geriatric Education Center awarded $5M grant to improve care of older adults
A five-year federal grant is part of an effort to advance geriatrics care in health systems across the country. The Virginia Geriatric Center is part of the Virginia Center on Aging at the College of Health Professions. (VCU Health News)
Meet the driving force behind Team USA
When the top combined driving competitors gathered in France this month to vie for the world’s championship, a 35-year College of Health Professions administrator was at the center of the American effort. Selected by US Equestrian as the chef d’équipe, or team manager, Jeff Legg ensured the country’s single-horse drivers were ready to pursue a medal.
At 75, VCU Health Administration Program is Just Getting Started
VCU’s health administration program celebrates 75 years in 2024. (MCV Foundation News)
Physical Therapy students launch degree journeys at White Coat Ceremony
In pairs, members of the Class of 2027 crossed the Kontos Building stage to accept their white coats – a symbol of their commitment to their future profession as physical therapists.
A non-traditional path: Mortensen applies personal journey
Lauren Mortensen understands her students because she’s been exactly where many of them are.
VCU College of Health Professions appoints Rev. Marilyn J. D. Barnes interim associate dean of inclusive excellence and belonging
Virginia Commonwealth University’s College of Health Professions has named Rev. Marilyn J. D. Barnes, M.P.H., BCC as interim associate dean of inclusive excellence and belonging, effective Sept. 1.
Christa Mathieu’s research-based internship strengthened her interest in health care
The VCU senior, who is majoring in health services, worked in a lab at the University of Pittsburgh this summer as part of her pursuit of a career in dentistry.
VHHA Patients Come First Podcast – Joe Bamisile
Joe Bamisile, a graduate student at the VCU College of Health Professions and VCU basketball player, was featured on Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association's Patients Come First podcast.
A craving for chips and salsa serves up a dose of independence
Ed Aloma, living with advanced multiple sclerosis since 1991, wanted to enjoy chips and salsa independently. He brought the challenge to Occupational Therapy students, including his daughter Katie, as a real-world occupational synthesis assignment. Through creativity and adaptive design thinking, the students helped restore a moment of autonomy, showcasing the power of OT to enhance daily life in deeply meaningful ways.
