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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.
New minor in research ecosystems to debut in fall 2025 at VCU
Through the College of Health Professions, the undergraduate program will prepare students for careers in scientific research and administration.
Clif Porter VCU ‘86 challenges next generation of health leaders to focus on workforce
Among the various challenges facing tomorrow’s health care, perhaps the biggest and toughest issue for future administrators to solve is building and retaining a qualified workforce.
Class of 2025: Health Ph.D. was a harmonious fit for speech language pathologist Megan Crawford
The working professional (and devoted singer) marks a first for the College of Health Professions program, and her research into swallowing disorders embraces an interdisciplinary lens.
Gift advances health care access and senior care workforce development at VCU
A $100,000 donation from Genworth will support the Mobile Health and Wellness Program in the School of Nursing and the Department of Gerontology in the College of Health Professions, boosting their work in community health and senior care.
College of Health Professions Brain Injury Survivor and Expert Leads the Field
After a devastating car crash left her in a coma for more than two weeks, she woke to a world she didn’t recognize – and a life that had to be rebuilt from scratch. Today, Talley is a national voice in brain injury research and education.
Russell County native’s travel nursing journey brings him home to study nurse anesthesia
Joseph Osborne adds new meaning to the idea of a traveling nurse.
Problem Gambling Awareness Month
Dr. Carolyn Hawley, President of VA Council on Problem Gambling joined CBS 6 WTVR along with Sean Fournia, a peer counselor with VA Partnership on Gaming & Health to share their insight on this important topic.
Spring global studies programs expand learning beyond classroom
Tiny organisms. X-ray machines with dials. What sets the U.S. health care system apart – and what can be learned from practices overseas?
Innovative curriculum advances collaborative, inclusive school-based services
An innovative training and mentorship program that brings together future occupational therapists, physical therapists and speech language pathologists can better prepare them for careers in school-based practice – and transform educational experiences for students with disabilities.
New York Times' NCAA Tournament's 13 most intriguing players
Joe Bamisile, a graduate student at the VCU College of Health Professions and VCU basketball player, was featured in the New York Times article NCAA Tournament's 13 most intriguing players.
