Shenandoah University Division of Physical Therapy

11/11/2025

We’re excited to share that the Pediatric Special Interest Group (Peds SIG) is up and running again! Michele Wiley has stepped in as interim chair through November 2026 and will be working alongside co-chair Loan Nguyen and secretary Lauren Shirkey.

Our first meeting of the 2025–26 year took place on September 30. It was a great kickoff, with time for networking and important legislative updates from Tom Bohanon, PT, DPT, APTA Virginia Legislative Chair, and Maria Jones, PT, PhD, Director of Advocacy for APTA Pediatrics.

Mark Your Calendars!

● Save the Date for the November Virtual Event: On November 18, 8:00–9:00 pm, Amy Schlessman, PT, DPT, DHSc, will present on emergency evacuation needs for children with disabilities in schools and communities. Networking starts at 7:45 pm—registration coming soon!

Stay Connected:
Follow us on Facebook for updates, events, and resources in pediatric practice here in Virginia. Remember, any APTA Virginia member can be part of the Peds SIG—so consider joining and getting involved!

We’re looking forward to an exciting year together—hope to see you at our next event!

11/11/2025

11/09/2025

Looks like the future of SUPT is STRONG! Congratulations Sophia!

A Shenandoah University exercise science student is also one of the world’s strongest women.  Sophia Sharp ’27, who is also in the early assurance

11/07/2025

🚨 Calling All PT & PTA Students! 🚨

Want to lead, connect, and make an impact in acute care PT?

APTA Acute Care is looking for passionate student leaders to join our Student Leadership Committee!
✅ Build your resume
✅ Share your ideas
✅ Get mentored by pros
✅ Represent your region

This 2-year volunteer role is your chance to grow and give back!

📝 Apply now: https://survey.sogolytics.com/r/Wvph4q

10/28/2025

💰 Are you a 3rd year student who needs help covering your professional development costs?

The Student Professional Development Grant is designed to help SU PT students offset expenses.

Make the most of this opportunity—apply today!
Applications due November 25th!
🔗 Link to application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqCj1NBfwYzl0Rm1o5cCvipQKvtF9BD-4BCvE-4PrpUlTzgA/viewform?usp=sf_link

10/23/2025

🌍 Congratulations to our Global Citizens! 🌍
We’re so proud of our PT students — Will Chan, Marisa Cornell, Caitlyn Sweet, and Will Harrigan — for being selected to participate in the Global Citizen Project!

These students will have the opportunity to expand their global perspectives, engage in service learning, and represent Shenandoah University and the physical therapy profession around the world. 🌎💙❤️

We are thrilled to announce the 50 selected students, faculty, and staff who will embark on the life-changing 2026 Global Citizenship Project over spring break!

Participants include Nessa Abankwa, Georgia Amacker, Darian Angel, Daniel Basil-Barker, Evan Beacom, Michael Bermudez, Tim Blumenschine, Michaela Brown, William Chan, Julianna Chaney, Aaruni Choudhary, Michael Clay, Patrick Coffron, Veronica Cooker, Marisa Cornell, Kayley Cruz, Myklin Davis, Emily Dendis, Kathy Evans, Ella Gibson, William Harrigan, McKenna Iseminger, Dez Jenkins, Beth Jones, Megan Killian, Abigail Lezama, Zoey Lyons, William Maceyak, Simran Maggo, Lauren Mason, Brock McCullough, Brittany Moats, Brooke Moses, Patrick Orender, Marissa Overbaugh, Valeria Perez, Ella-Jo Reinhart, Zara Risoldi Cochrane, Matthias Rivera, Aidan Robbins, Ari Sanchez, Carter Sand, Elmira Sedaghat, Tegan Smith, CJ Stoker, Caitlyn Sweet, Lucas Weber, Mary Ruth Williams, Gale Wolfle, and Tammy Zukowski.

Want to know where they're going? The official destinations will be revealed at the International Convocation on Nov. 19!

10/23/2025

Please join us in congratulating our very own DCE, Dr. Megan Bureau (‘04, ‘25) on successfully defending her dissertation for her EdD! We are so proud of you and all the hard work that went into that. Congratulations!

10/20/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an inspiring weekend of education, innovation, and connection. Your energy and engagement make ELC such a special experience every year.

Save the Date: will take place on October 15–17, 2026, in Washington, DC. We can’t wait to see you there!