People: A Reflection and Call to Action on Social Injustice

May 28, 2020 We learn how to help others exercise. We study the physiology of breathing. We practice checking vitals. We renew our CPR certifications annually. We value people and their lives. Ahmaud was just running. George was merely trying to breathe. Breonna was getting the sleep that we say is so important. We cannot … Continue reading People: A Reflection and Call to Action on Social Injustice

Student Spotlight: My Immigration Experience

Name: Pamela Moreno SotoUndergrad: Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU)Hometown: Texhoma, OklahomaFun Fact: I've read over 1,000 books I remember back in 2005, there was a huge Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raid 40 minutes away from my hometown. Many families were split, and children came home from school to missing parents because they had been deported during work. That … Continue reading Student Spotlight: My Immigration Experience

Regis DPT Students Present: “LGBT+ 101”

  Regis University first-year DPT students Felix Hill, Hannah Clark, and Taylor Tso recently held a session for their classmates entitled “LGBT+ 101 for Student Physical Therapists.” The presentation covered foundational terminology and concepts related to LGBTQIA+ communities, a brief overview of LGBT+ healthcare disparities, as well as tips for making clinical spaces more inclusive. Here … Continue reading Regis DPT Students Present: “LGBT+ 101”

Student Spotlight: Chris Lew on Diversity at Regis

Name: Chris Lew, Class of 2018Undergrad: University of PortlandHometown: Eugene, ORFun Fact: I have a whistle reminiscent of various fairy tale soundtracks…or so I’m told. I am the Diversity Representative for the DPT Class of 2018, which essentially entails coordinating events and opportunities for our class to broaden their perspectives on different issues and to work towards becoming more … Continue reading Student Spotlight: Chris Lew on Diversity at Regis