From her very first encounter with occupational therapy (OT) faculty at Indiana University Indianapolis, Veronica Martinez knew she had found something different. A resident of South Florida, Martinez had researched the options, interviewed with top 10 programs and hadn’t found what she felt was a good postprofessional fit—until IU. “I saw people talking about Indiana… Read more »
When neuroscientist Laila Alibiglou, PhD, PT, came to the Indiana University Indianapolis Physical Therapy (PT) Program in 2023, she was excited to join a group of seasoned investigators and a research environment rich in opportunity. “There is great potential for research here,” said Alibiglou, an associate professor whose research focuses on the intersection of neurodegenerative… Read more »
Indiana University Indianapolis School of Health & Human Sciences have announced the launch of new three-year accelerated undergraduate degrees, helping students save money and kickstart their careers sooner. These programs include: a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Health Sciences and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Kinesiology with a concentration in Applied Fitness and Sport… Read more »
An interdisciplinary accelerated degree program is launching at Indiana University Indianapolis that will offer students aunique opportunity to gain expertise in both sport management and foundational legal principles. The innovative program — which combines a Bachelor of Science in tourism, event and sport management, with a major in sport management, from the School of Health… Read more »
This fall, the IU Indianapolis School of Health & Human Sciences is launching a new Bachelor of Science degree program in Applied Fitness and Sports Performance. Designed for students who plan to enter the workforce immediately after graduation, this degree prepares graduates for roles in sports performance, strength and conditioning, corporate and community fitness/wellness,… Read more »
The IU School of Health & Human Sciences Graduate Health Professions programs made a strong showing in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings of Best Graduate Schools. Breaking into the top 50 for the first time, the Physician Assistant (PA) Studies Program ranked No. 48. The Occupational Therapy (OT) Program claimed the 37th… Read more »
If you experience heart problems, you see a cardiologist. If you’re designing an outdoor space, you hire a landscape architect. When planning your estate, you consult an attorney specializing in wills and trusts. Specialization also exists in physical therapy (PT). Patients can receive care from PT specialists in areas such as acute care, cardiovascular and… Read more »
Long before the Chiefs and the Eagles battle it out in Super Bowl LIX, IU Indianapolis students studying sports analytics teamed up to compete in a bowl of their own—the NFL Big Data Bowl. Sponsored by the NFL’s Football Operations organization, the Big Data Bowl is an annual competition offering college students and sports analytics… Read more »
For three tourism, event and sport management (TESM) students, interning with Visit Indy last semester was nothing short of eye-opening and transformational. One of the nation’s leading destination marketing organizations (DMO), Visit Indy forges partnerships between business and government, driving the visitor experience and bolstering city and state economy. Located in the heart of the… Read more »
Every year, Indianapolis becomes a hub for sporting events, the Big Ten Football Championship Game being one of the latest major crowd-drawers. Just this year, more than 67,000 spectators flocked to the city to watch the showdown on Dec 7. With gameday events happening only a few miles away from campus, IU Indianapolis sport management… Read more »