Through the IU School of Health & Human Sciences required internship, students have a built-in opportunity to gain experience and insights to better define their future. All SHHS undergraduates complete a 300- or 350-hour internship, depending on the program, in their senior year. “The value of the internship really stems from bringing coursework to life;… Read more »
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New applied fitness and sports performance degree prepares students for high-value careers in evolving industry
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 »
Graduate Health Professions programs ranked among the nation’s best
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 »
Class of 2025: 2+2 program helps TESM graduate realize her dream
After raising her children and working in the travel and health insurance industries, Tisha Owens made a life-changing decision. Turning her dream of earning a bachelor’s degree into reality, Owens took advantage of the 2+2 program—an agreement that allows students with Ivy Tech associate’s degrees to continue toward a bachelor’s degree at IU Indianapolis. “It… Read more »
Class of 2025: Army ROTC cadet finds passion, balance as sport management major
After four years as a central Indiana high school basketball standout and one year playing college basketball in Arizona, Indy Perry decided it was time for a change. Trading her court shoes for combat boots, Perry set her sights on a career in the U.S. Army. “I went to basic training and really liked it… Read more »
Class of 2025: Health Sciences program was perfect fit for first-gen college student
From an early age, Katherine Gonzalez played a significant role in her family’s health care decision-making. As the daughter of non-English speaking parents who came to the U.S. from Mexico, Gonzalez translated for them during visits to doctor’s offices and health clinics. “I was so amazed by it all; I just knew this [a career… Read more »
Class of 2025: IU PT program is next stop for dedicated, involved kinesiology major
To hear Roufa Hanna talk about his passion for helping people, you’d never guess that he was once an engineering major. “I just didn’t see myself going down that path—I wanted a career where I could develop personal connections and help people overcome challenges,” said Hanna, who came to the U.S. from Egypt with his… Read more »
Physical therapy: IU leads the way in specialized care
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 »
Before the Super Bowl, the Big Data Bowl: IU Indianapolis students tackle NFL analytics challenge
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 »
From classroom to career: TESM students discover dynamic industry through Visit Indy partnership
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 »