When Brandi Maggard Townsley, MDH, began A.T. Still University-College of Graduate Health Studies’ (ATSU-CGHS) Doctor of Education in Health Professions program in 2020, her goal was to gain a position as a dental hygiene professor. In 2022, Maggard Townsley was hired as an assistant professor of dental hygiene and bachelor of science in dental hygiene […]
A.T. Still University-Arizona School of Health Sciences (ATSU-ASHS) hosted commencement ceremonies for its distance learning and residential programs on Friday, June 7, at the Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, Arizona. ATSU-ASHS’ distance learning programs graduated 140 students, including 14 from the Master of Science in Athletic Training program, 14 from the Doctor of Athletic Training […]
The Center for the Future of the Health Professions is thrilled to present another monthly op-ed column for 2024, offering insightful perspectives on issues shaping the future of health professions. Established to provide policymakers at all levels and healthcare stakeholders with accurate and comprehensive data, our center aims to support effective planning for a sustainable […]
A.T. Still University’s Arizona School of Health Sciences (ATSU-ASHS) Dean Ann Lee Burch, PT, MPH, EdD presented faculty awards during the ATSU-ASHS faculty assembly on May 13, 2024. Faculty members were nominated and selected by their colleagues for contributions during the 2023-2024 academic year. The following list includes the award name, award recipient, and quotes […]
A.T. Still University’s Arizona School of Health Sciences (ATSU-ASHS) Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) program held a pinning ceremony for its class of 2025 on Friday, May 3, 2024, on the University’s Mesa, Arizona, campus. In total, 33 students received a pin, which represents the students’ transition from their didactic and clinical training in Arizona to their […]
Nelida Acosta, Hometown Scholar coordinator, strategic university partnerships, A.T. Still University (ATSU), was recently awarded the Outstanding Migrant Health Center Board Member award by the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC). Each year, NACHC honors individuals and organizations for their dedication and commitment to improving the health of seasonal, agricultural, and migrant workers. Acosta […]
The Doctor of Audiology program at A.T. Still University-Arizona School of Health Sciences (ATSU-ASHS) held a White Coat Ceremony for the class of 2027 on April 13, 2024, at the Red Mountain Ranch Country Club in Mesa, Arizona. This ceremony marks a milestone and recognizes the students completing their first didactic year and beginning clinical […]
A.T. Still University’s School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (ATSU-SOMA) celebrated the achievements of 150 graduates from the class of 2024 on Friday, May 24, at the Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, Arizona. In addition to their doctor of osteopathic medicine degrees, five students also earned master of public health degrees. Norman Gevitz, PhD, senior […]
A.T. Still University’s College of Graduate Health Studies (ATSU-CGHS) honored the class of 2024 on Friday, May 24, with a commencement ceremony at the Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, Arizona. One graduate earned a master of education in health professions (MEd) degree, six earned master of health administration (MHA) degrees, seven earned master of health […]
Memorial Day provides an opportunity to remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in our country’s armed forces. In observance of the Memorial Day holiday, ATSU offices, the St. Louis Dental Center, and all ATSU patient care centers on the Mesa, Arizona, campus and in the Gutensohn Clinic on the Kirksville, Missouri, campus will be closed […]