NUPT APTA & IPTA Student Committee

Jason Magafas wrote a great article in this edition of the SSIG vitals! Check out all the reasons you should become an IPTA/APTA member 😁😄👊🏼👍🏼

Choosing the APTA and IPTA as a student - Illinois Physical Therapy Association By: Jason Magafas, SPTA IPTA SSIG SPTA DirectorMany times in our lives we will be asked to spend money.  Sometimes it’s on things that are necessary and other times for optional things.  Joining the APTA and IPTA is technically, an optional thing in our lives.  However, the benefit of joining a...

Change your profile picture for the week to show your PT DoS spirit!

You can now add the official filter to your profile page! Click the link here or search "PTDOS" under the "add a frame" option on your facebook profile picture!

We are officially One month out! See you on 10/14/17!

Please participate tonight in the Flash Action Strategy to get our patients with Medicare better coverage!

Flash Action Strategy The Flash Action Strategy (FAS) is a student led advocacy campaign organized by the Student Assembly Board of Directors in conjunction with APTA to educate students on legislative issues impacting physical therapy and promote advocacy.

Hi everyone, I hope you are excited about the new semester! Our first APTA/IPTA meeting will be about school-life balance. We think that it is important to know how to keep doing what we like in daily life even when school is busy. Come and hear some suggestions from our NUPTHMS graduate, Kathleen Darley, who danced professionally even when she was a full-time PT student.

Don't forget about the meeting today at 12!

CSM 101: Student Guidehttp://www.apta.org/uploadedFiles/APTAorg/Current_Students/Events_and_Activities/CSMGuideForStudents.pdf

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In this day and age, perception is reality. The entire world can see exactly who you are! How do you hope to be perceived? How do you ensure that people perceive you as a future professional? Are you the same person that is on your resume or social media accounts? Join us and find out.
Participate in these live-broadcast conversation via YouTube Live, and ask your questions on Twitter & Facebook, using the hashtag . We'll give you a shout-out and our guests will answer YOUR questions.

Do you know someone that deserves to be recognized for their leadership in physical therapy? 2017 IPTA Award Nominations are open through January 30th, 2017.
http://www.ipta.org/?page=AwardsNominations

IPTA Awards Nominations - Illinois Physical Therapy Association Do you know someone who should be recognized for their leadership, dedication and triumphs in physical therapy? The IPTA gives several awards that recognize clinicians, educators, and leaders for their exceptional work in the physical therapy profession. Read more about the award categories, qualifi...

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IPTA SSIG 2016 Elections open tomorrow! Looking for a leadership role, a chance to expand your network of PT professionals and an opportunity to make changes for the better? Check out all the available positions. http://www.ipta.org/?page=2016SSIGElections

SSIG Elections - Illinois Physical Therapy Association This is your opportunity to nominate yourself or a fellow student member who demonstrates leadership qualities. Students are encouraged to run for executive committee positions and email their current SSIG Executive Committee with any interest in leadership, questions, or concerns. Below is a list o...