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The Chapman University Doctor of Physical Therapy program is excited to announce the outstanding accomplishments of our faculty, students, and alumni at the 2026 American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting (CSM), one of the largest and most prestigious gatherings of physical therapy professionals in the country. Hosted annually by the American Physical Therapy Association,
What’s one unexpected opportunity or experience you’ve had at Chapman that you never imagined before enrolling? One experience I never imagined before enrolling at Chapman was joining the student society and becoming the Community Outreach Chair. Taking on that leadership role helped me grow in ways I didn’t expect. I learned how to communicate more
For Sophie Srivastava ’22, research at Chapman was more than a resume builder, it was a collaborative experience that shaped her future. Through close mentorship and hands-on scholarship with Dr. Laura Glynn, Associate Dean of Research, Sophie co-authored a publication that deepened understanding of maternal mental health and child development and helped propel her into
This year marked our 4th Annual Medical Skills Event at Beckman High School, and it was truly our best yet. Once again, we are incredibly grateful for the leadership and enthusiasm of Professor Walsh, Professor Stone, and Professor Mirbolooki. Their dedication to educating the next generation of science and medical professionals continues to inspire our
Chapman University’s Stroke Boot Camp is a no-cost, two-week intensive treatment program designed for chronic stroke survivors. Students and faculty collaborate across disciplines including Communication Sciences and Disorders, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant and Pharmacy. They all work together with faculty to design programming, provide hands-on interventions, and collect meaningful clinical outcome data. The result is
The Chapman University Physician Assistant (PA) Studies Program is proud to announce the publication of a major faculty-authored textbook: Clinical Rotation Examination and PANCE Review: A Case Study & Q&A Approach, published by McGraw-Hill. This project has been several years in the making, representing a true labor of love and collaboration among the PA faculty,
Chapman University’s Physician Assistant (PA) Studies Program has once again proven its excellence, earning back-to-back victories at the California Academy of Physician Associates (CAPA) Challenge Bowl! This latest win marks Chapman’s third championship in seven years, solidifying the program’s reputation for academic strength, teamwork, and clinical excellence. This year’s CAPA Conference featured a record 17
Welcome to Chapman Dr. Fisher! What classes are you teaching this year? I am currently teaching Human Physiology Part A (HSCI 365) lecture and two sections of Human Physiology Part B Labs (HSCI 366L). In Human Physiology Part A lecture, I teach the students how physiological systems function in isolation and as part of linked
As hurricanes grow more intense and frequent, understanding how to protect homes and communities has never been more critical. National Science Foundation has awarded funding for a cutting-edge collaborative project titled “Home Mitigation for Hurricane-Induced Multi-Hazards: A Multilevel Interdisciplinary Vulnerability and Resiliency Approach.” Led by the University of Texas at Arlington, with Chapman University as
In recognition of academic excellence the students below have been named to the 2025 Spring Dean’s List. Students must maintain a grade point average of 3.600 – 3.799 in at least 12 credits of residence course work taken for a letter grade in the Spring 2025 semester. (Note: Students who exceed 3.799 are eligible for
We are thrilled to celebrate two exceptional members of the Chapman University Doctor of Physical Therapy Class of 2025 who recently achieved early success on the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) and secured prestigious residency placements. Karley Duda, SPT, CSCS, successfully passed the NPTE ahead of graduation and will begin an Orthopedic Residency this fall
What’s one unexpected opportunity or experience you’ve had at Chapman that you never imagined before enrolling? One unexpected yet incredible opportunity I had at Chapman University was traveling to Ghana, West Africa with the Global Medical Brigades organization. In the community of Nyanfreku Ekroful, I received hands-on medical experience such as working in the pharmacy
Collaborative Research with Dr. Laura Glynn Inspires Psychology ’22 Alum Sophie Srivastava’s Path to a Clinical Psychology Ph.D. 
A CSD Student’s Perspective on Chapman’s Stroke and Parkinson’s Disease Boot Camps 
An Extraordinary Milestone: Chapman PA Faculty Create a First-of-Its-Kind Clinical Review Textbook 
Chapman’s PA Program Takes First Place at the 2025 CAPA Challenge Bowl 
Graduate Spotlight: Karley Duda and Jenny Zhu (’25 Doctor of Physical Therapy)