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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 May. “Sal’s Shorts” provides clips of the University’s latest news and happenings.
OTI Director Successfully Navigates Challenging Road to PhD
The path to commencement is littered with challenges for Salus University graduate students. But considering the landmines along the way for Brianna Brim, the fact that she’s walking with the Class of 2022 at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts on May 26, 2022, is nothing short of miraculous. Read more about her journey to graduation here.
PCO's First Accepted Students Day 'eye-opening' for Entering 2022 Class
It was the first of its kind for the Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO) at Salus University, but it will likely not be the last because of the interactive and informative atmosphere created for incoming Doctor of Optometry (OD) students at the inaugural PCO/Salus Accepted Students Day April 30. Read more here.
Breaking the Mold with New Orthotics and prosthetics Program
In this podcast, we talk with Chad Duncan, PhD, CRC, CPO, chair of the new Orthotics and Prosthetics (O&P) Program at Salus University. With a fall 2022 program launch date in mind, he talks to us about what the program will be like and what students will get out of it. Read more here.
Canine Companions Help Ease the Dog Days Before Finals
Although the pandemic has put a hold on this on-campus event for a few years, five dogs from Comfort Caring Canines (CCC) Therapy Dogs Inc. visited the Learning Resource Center (LRC) so students, faculty and staff could relieve some stress before finals week. Read more and see some pictures of our fluffy friends here.
BLVS Partners with Northeast Pennsylvania Lions Service Foundation on Pilot Internship Program
Salus University’s Blindness and Low Vision Studies (BLVS) department has partnered with the Northeast Pennsylvania Lions Service Foundation (NEPALSF) for a pilot program to bring quality services to northeast Pennsylvania. The program will provide up to five Salus BLVS students with a stipend to do a semester-long direct service internship in northeastern Pennsylvania. Read more here.
