Healthy Futures

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Now let’s hear from Christin at the Stone Family Center for Health Sciences in downtown Evansville. The Stone Center, a multi-institutional facility specifically designed to create an academic experience that inspires the students to develop a collaborative approach to healthcare, which will prepare them better to serve the healthcare needs of the future. Christin is currently in her third and final year here, and will graduate in just a few months as a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Take it away, “almost Dr.” Christin.

– Thanks, Alex. When I was a senior, I applied to about a dozen colleges, all with a direct entry physical therapy program. When I heard that at UE, I would have the opportunity to curate my undergraduate degree, study abroad, learn from exceptionally acclaimed clinicians, study in a leading edge facility, I was sold. UE met, matched, and exceeded my hopes and aspirations. I pursued a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus in Spanish and Exercise Science. This merge of my passions has continued to remain present in our Physical Therapy Program’s free outpatient physical therapy clinic, Ace Care. This clinic has an interdisciplinary approach, and includes students of many graduate and undergraduate majors, as well as includes Spanish speaking students so that we can talk directly with our patients to provide the best and most comfortable care. The best part, this clinic is entirely free to our patients, run by student-lead volunteers, and the only of its kind across the country. UE provides many pathways for healthcare careers. You can choose from several undergraduate degrees with direct entry, including nursing. UE has strong undergraduate degrees in biology, chemistry, and exercise science, which prepare students for graduate programs offered at UE and everything from medical and vet school. My UE experience has been exceptional. This university has not only set me up for success, but has encouraged me to seek growth, change, and excellence in all that I do. Back to you, Alex.

– Thank you, Christin. It is amazing to hear about all the opportunities for majors in the health sciences from undergraduate through doctorate programs. The educational opportunities at UE really open up a lot of doors. Great job, Christin.