Author: Fran Higgins

Welcome new faculty: Kait Uwazurike, DPT

Kaitlyn “Kait” Uwazurike, PT, DPT, joined the Physical Therapy program on January 2, 2023 as an assistant professor. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences and a Doctor of Physical Therapy (2013) both from Creighton University. She is currently enrolled in an academic doctoral program at Clarkson College in the Doctor of Healthcare […]

Jan 13, 2023

Welcome new postdoc research associate: Irene Suh, PhD

Irene Suh, PhD, recently joined our research team in the physical therapy program. Here’s more about Dr. Suh in her own words: I am so excited to be reconnected with UNMC since both of my undergraduate and graduate educations were completed within the University of Nebraska System. I have a diverse academic background for me […]

Jan 9, 2023

Student Spotlight: Rebecca Higgins

by Abbey Kegley Rebecca Higgins is an Allied Health student in the Physical Therapy program set to graduate in May 2025. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Concordia University-Nebraska. Rebecca’s decision to pursue physical therapy came after her own numerous encounters with physical therapists through […]

Dec 21, 2022