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Second-year Doctor of Physical Therapy students during a lab experiement.
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Service-learning experiences are an integral part of our DPT program. Our DPT program is ranked #15 in the country, according to U.S. News & World Report.

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PhD Student Chris Lane Awarded DEI Grant

Chris Lane, PhD student in the Human Movement Science Curriculum program, recently received a Southern Association of Health Professions Deans (SAHPD) Student Leadership, Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity Award. This award is given to students in an allied health related field who demonstrate leadership in DEI and/or reducing health disparities. “I am thrilled that my work … Read more
PhD Student Rachana Gangwani Awarded HMSC Duquette Scholarship

A Human Movement Science Curriculum (HMSC) PhD student, Rachana Gangwani, was recently awarded the program’s Duquette Scholarship. Gangwani is a 4th year graduate student studying under the guidance of Division of Physical Therapy faculty Dr. Jessica Cassidy. The Duquette Scholarship was created in honor of Louis and Eleanor Duquette to reflect their commitment to higher … Read more
Physical Therapy Faculty and Students Present at CSM 2024

APTA’s Combined Section Meeting is always a highlight of the year in the Physical Therapy profession, and UNC’s Division of Physical Therapy will have multiple faculty and students attending and presenting at the event in Boston, MA, taking place February 15-17, 2024. Those in attendance hope to connect with alumni, colleagues and friends throughout the … Read more