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Established in 1927, the Physical Therapy Program at Northwestern University is the oldest & continuously operating PT school in the US, ranked among the top-10 by USN&WR.

09/22/2026

Congratulations to NUPTHMS faculty Mike Ellis PT, DPT who has been selected to present the 22nd Glen E. Gresham Professorship Lecture at the University of Buffalo. Mike’s presentation is titled “Translating Neuromechanisms into Recovery: Advancing Upper Limb Rehabilitation in Profound Stroke-Related Hemiparesis.” Congrats Mike, we are excited for you to have the opportunity to share your innovative work!

09/21/2026

Wishing a meaningful Yom Kippur to all who observe. May this day of reflection, remembrance, and renewal bring peace, strength, and connection to you and your loved ones.

09/18/2026

There is still time to join us for our first ever Pickleball Social on October 17th!

Whether you’re a seasoned pickleball player or picking up a paddle for the first time, all skill levels are welcome!

Enjoy an afternoon packed with friendly competition, and plenty of fun on and off the courts. Follow the link below for more event information & registration. See you there!

https://events.ard.northwestern.edu/en/Dn8g9BS7/g/4dXP9mzf6D/pthms-pickleball-social-2026-5a65UzmfLMb/overview

09/17/2026

Please join us next Wednesday, September 23rd, for our Rapid Research Roundtable, featuring current PhD candidates.

🔗 Head to the link in our bio for more information about Grand Rounds and the presentations.

09/16/2026

Congratulations to NUPTHMS staff member Rocio Rodriguez for receiving the 2026 Curriculum Impact Staff Award. The purpose of the Curriculum Impact Staff Award is to recognize a staff member who provides meaningful contributions to the NUPTHMS DPT curriculum or PhD curriculum. This award celebrates effective collaboration, problem-solving, innovation, colleague support, and building and sustaining positive interpersonal relationships to promote excellence in the curriculum and to support student learning and well-being. Rocio’s colleagues nominated her for transforming the clinical education compliance program into a comprehensive, student-centered system that improves onboarding, communication, accuracy, and trust with clinical partners. Her leadership of Integrated Clinical Education experiences- including coordinating approximately 385 placements annually, ensuring equitable assignments, supporting students and faculty, and assessing quality- has created meaningful learning opportunities that prepare students for long-term clinical success. Congratulations Rocio, we appreciate all of the impactful work you do!

09/15/2026

Happy Latin and Hispanic Heritage Month from the NUPTHMS community! This month, we celebrate the rich cultures, histories, traditions, and contributions of Latinx and Hispanic communities. We honor the diverse voices and experiences that strengthen our community and inspire us every day.

09/14/2026

Congratulations to NUPTHMS faculty Yuki Sugimoto ATC, MS, PhD on receiving an NIH R03 Young Investigator Award from NICHD. Particularly impressive, Yuki’s proposal was funded on its first submission! The title of Yuki’s study is: “Shifting from Knee-Centric to Whole-Kinetic-Chain Approaches for ACL Injury Prevention and Lifelong Joint Health in Adolescents.” Yuki is conducting amazing and innovative research within our department, and we are proud to see her hard work be recognized and awarded!

09/12/2026

Wishing the NUPTHMS community a happy and meaningful Rosh Hashanah filled with peace, joy, and sweet beginnings. May the new year bring health, happiness, and continued connection!

09/11/2026

Congratulations to NUPTHMS staff member Toby Sanders for receiving the PTHMS Community Impact Staff Award! The purpose of this award is to recognize a staff member who goes above and beyond to build and sustain community at PTHMS. PTHMS community includes, but is not limited to: staff, students, faculty, research participants, community volunteers, external groups within NU and the community at large. This award celebrates the importance of positive, inclusive, and engaged department culture and environment at PTHMS. Toby is described by her colleague as a positive, trusted, and highly collaborative presence who strengthens the department through exceptional relationships across students, faculty, staff, alumni, research, admissions, clinical education, and external partners. Her professionalism, warmth, resilience, and solutions-oriented approach help expand the department’s visibility and connections while providing a steady, reassuring presence during times of change. Congratulations Toby, we’re so appreciative of all that you do!

09/07/2026

Today, NUPTHMS proudly celebrates Labor Day as we recognize and honor the dedication, hard work, and contributions of workers everywhere. We reflect with gratitude on the commitment and perseverance that strengthen our communities and continue to shape our society. 🇺🇸

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