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Student Feature

How Rehabilitation Science is Preparing Me for Medical School

May 14, 2026 | 7 min read

Sahana Katakol (BS '27) is a student within the Pitt Rehabilitation Science program who plans to attend medical school upon graduation.

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How the Rehabilitation Science Program is Preparing Me for Chiropractic School

April 27, 2026 | 6 min read

Tara Dean (BS '27) is a student within the Pitt Rehabilitation Science program who plans to attend chiropractic school upon graduation.

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How Rehabilitation Science is Preparing Me for Physician Assistant School

April 6, 2026 | 7 min read

Maria Ahmad (BS '26) is in her final year in the Rehabilitation Science program which has prepared her for a career as a physician assistant.

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Your Gift Matters: Celebrating Student Excellence in Occupational Therapy

February 19, 2026 | 4 min read

The Department of Occupational Therapy (OT) at the University of Pittsburgh is proud to recognize outstanding students through three prestigious awards made possible by our generous donors.

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Student Feature

How Niki Chava Secured a Job in Health Informatics

February 13, 2026 | 5 min read

Niki Chava is a senior in the Bachelor of Science in Health Informatics program at SHRS and has secured a job with UPMC following graduation.

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The Pitt Doctor of Audiology Program Student Experience: Mary Pierce Barnes

December 4, 2025 | 6 min read

Mary Pierce Barnes shared her experience as a student in the Pitt Doctor of Audiology program.

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Student Feature

Doctor of Audiology Student Catherine Dymowski Shares How the TRANSLATES Program Helped Develop Her Research Skills

November 17, 2025 | 6 min read

Doctor of Audiology student Catherine Dymowski shares about her experience in the TRANSLATES program.

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Student Feature

Pitt Athletic Training Student Lindsay Blakney Travels with Pittsburgh Steelers to Ireland

November 14, 2025 | 7 min read

Pitt Athletic Training student Lindsay Blakney traveled with the Pittsburgh Steelers to Ireland as part of her clinical education rotation.

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From Class to Top Conference Award: Pitt Sports Science Alumna Desiree George

September 29, 2025 | 7 min read

She not only gained confidence and experience being a sports and conditioning coach, but also in presenting research, which earned her the top award at the National Strength and Conditioning Association National Conference in July.

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Student Feature

Dietitian Nutritionist Program Sports Nutrition Specialty Experience: Mia Huber 

September 24, 2025 | 7 min read

Mia Huber shares her experience in the Sports Nutrition specialty rotation within the Dietitian Nutritionist program at SHRS.

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