Spotlights Posts for Spotlights Human Physiology Alum Wins National Collegiate Horse Riding Cup Elizabeth Nevins says BU equestrian club coaches prepared her for Cacchione Cup victory Learning to Eat (Healthily) in Padua, Italy BU Study Abroad program trains students on the benefits of the Mediterranean diet Close up on SAR PT 515: Physical Therapy Examination Students learn about the biomechanics of human movement in this physical therapy lab. Q&A with Sargent Occupational Therapy Professor Pedro Almeida Professor Almeida shares what inspired him to become an occupational therapist, advice for future students, and more. Celebrating National Biomechanics Day High School students were introduced to biomechanics research and careers, touring and interacting with the technology in our PT labs. “Feeling Seen”- Shining a Light on LGBTQ+ Heart Health Human Physiology Professor Jesse Moreira works to improve education and representation of marginalized groups. Secrets of the Microbiome The gut is filled with trillions of microbes. Professor Maura Walker studies them for clues that could help prevent and treat diabetes and heart disease. BU Today: Travis Roy Foundation Endows Sargent College Scholarship The fund will provide annual scholarships to graduate students studying OT or PT, focused on issues related to paralysis and spinal cord injury. Announcing the Travis M. Roy Endowed Scholarship Fund A $1M gift from the Travis Roy Foundation will provide annual scholarship awards to students studying issues related to paralysis and spinal cord injury. Sharon Ryan (Sargent ’70) to Deliver the 2023 Sargent College Commencement Address An engaged alumna, Ryan is a Boston University Trustee, community volunteer, and philanthropist Physical Therapy Chair Terry Ellis Promoted to Full Professor Ellis is one of 24 Charles River Campus faculty promoted to full professor this spring BU Today POV: Pesticides and Produce Ignore the “Dirty Dozen” List of Fruits and Vegetables says Professor Joan Salge Blake: "it’s essentially all safe to consume." Tara Watchorn (Sargent’12) Named New Head Coach for Women’s Ice Hockey Olympic gold medalist was standout on defense for Terriers as an undergrad ‘That scares me’: New Childhood Obesity Guidelines Still Face a Long Road to Consensus Paula Quatromoni quoted in STAT on new clinical practice guidelines for screening and treatment of children with obesity. Two Alums Crowned Winners on Food Network’s NFL Tailgate Takedown Patriots fans Molly Winsten (Sargent’18) and Erin Truex (SSW’15) cooked up New England–inspired bites to wow the judges. Spotlights navigation ← Previous Next →
