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Too busy to keep up with current events at Salus University? Think again. Here’s the TLDR (too long; didn’t read) of some of the most-read stories from June. “Sal’s Shorts” provides clips of the University’s latest news and happenings.
WATN: Dr. Frank Mai, OD ‘16
Where is Dr. Frank Mai now? The short answer is Oklahoma. But read more about the Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO) at Salus alum Dr. Mai and how his optometry journey took him around the U.S., leading to a rewarding career, life with his new wife and their love for collecting Funko Pops.
Financial Aid Pro Tips
Since a vast majority of Salus students rely on financial aid to complete their degree programs, Jaime Schulang, MA, director of Student Financial Affairs, shares all of her financial aid expertise in a two-part podcast. Salus even offers scholarships that sometimes go unclaimed. Read or listen here.
Faculty Focus: Daniel Pavlik, DMS, PA-C and sometimes DJ
Daniel Pavlik, DMS, PA-C, associate professor and director of didactic education for the Physician Assistant (PA) Studies program at Salus, is also the newly appointed interim director for the PA program. Among many other activities, he also enjoys DJing at events on occasion. Click here to read more about Dr. Pavlik hitting high notes with Salus PA students and party goers alike.
Big Gain for SLP Students
Kenneth Newton, MS, CCC-SLP, made a financial contribution to the University’s Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) program at Salus for a state-of-the-art Swallowing Rehabilitation System called a Surface Electromyography — or surface EMG, EMG or sEMG. Read more about the device that will give SLP students a rare opportunity to work with technology, seldom found in other graduate schools, helping them become more competitive in their externship rotations and the job market upon graduation.
Landon Godsey III Helps Students Stay Fit and Get Hitched
Landon Godsey III, program director and fitness guru at the University’s Hafter Student Community Center, is sort of a one-stop shop, having the ability to help graduate students with weight loss, strength building and even exchanging wedding vows. He recently officiated the wedding of Larry Gabbin, Jr., AuD ‘16, and his wife Angela Cline. Read more here.
