UNC Division of Speech and Hearing Sciences Celebrates 50 Years of Teaching, Research, and Service
October 14, 2020
The division marked its 50th anniversary with a virtual celebration on Saturday, October 10, 2020.
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The National Academy of Kinesiology ranks UNC’s Human Movement Science PhD program as one of the top five US doctoral programs in kinesiology
October 2, 2020
The program jumped from previous ranks of #11 (unadjusted) and #16 (adjusted) in 2015.
School-Based Physical Therapy in the Age of COVID-19
September 28, 2020
Laurie Ray, PT, MPT, PhD, was interviewed in APTA magazine regarding ways in which PT practitioners are serving, advocating and advancing practice in our public schools.
Community Conversations Fosters Diversity and Inclusion Efforts within the Department of Allied Health Sciences
September 23, 2020
Faculty members Brenda Mitchell and Melissa Culp spearheaded Community Conversations more than a year ago as a forum for DAHS students, faculty and staff to voice their concerns and opinions about campus issues
Mask Communication
September 23, 2020
Some critical meetings may soon be held in person, but how well do they work with social distancing? Patricia Johnson, a DAHS doctor of audiology and assistant professor, shares some tips in Korn Ferry’s “Briefings” Magazine.
Three PhD Students in the Department of Allied Health Sciences Receive 2019-2020 Research Ambassador Award
September 18, 2020
Three PhD students in the Department of Allied Health Sciences (DAHS) have received the 2019-2020 student research ambassador award from the department’s Office of Research and Scholarship. Ranita Anderson, PhD student, Division of Speech and Hearing Sciences Poster presentation: “Exploring considerations for early intervention services for children at-risk for ASD.”...
Researchers for the Center for Literacy & Disability Studies Receive $2.5-Million Grant
September 17, 2020
The National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research awarded researchers Karen Erickson (UNC), Lori Geist (UNC), and Jeff Higginbotham (University at Buffalo) funding to the improve expressive communication of individuals with complex communication needs.
Embedded PTs: Changing the Face of Physical Therapy
September 14, 2020
In a September APTA Magazine interview, DAHS alumna, retired Lt. Col. Drew Contreras, PT, DPT, says one reason for his successful career is that he does his best to treat every patient the same.
Physician Assistant Studies’ Jason Hrdina Receives National Recognition as AAPA Distinguished Fellow
September 14, 2020
The American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) has named Jason Hrdina, a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and Commissioned Officer and Bronze Star Recipient of the US Army, as a distinguished fellow for his outstanding contributions to patient care and to the profession during his time as a PA.
Clare Harrop featured in Endeavors’ “Research UNCovered” story
September 2, 2020
Clare Harrop is a research assistant professor and a fellow in the FPG Child Development Institute. She studies early developmental trajectories in children, particularly girls, with or at risk for neurodevelopmental disorders like autism.