Mizzou CHS Department of Physical Therapy

07/01/2026

We see some familiar faces! Congratulations to this year’s recipients. PT school is a financial investment and we are grateful to The Research Foundation for supporting our students!

🚨ANNOUNCEMENT: The Research Foundation is proud to award $40,000 in scholarships to students studying physical therapy in the Kansas City region.

Recipients are enrolled in their second year of the Doctor of Physical Therapy programs at Rockhurst University - Department of Physical Therapy and Exercise Science, KU Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Science, & Athletic Training, and Mizzou CHS Department of Physical Therapy. These scholarships help ease the financial burden of higher education so students can focus on what matters most—preparing to improve the health and well-being of their future patients.

We congratulate each of this year's recipients and look forward to the positive impact they will have in our communities! 🎉👏 Read a full list of scholarship recipients at the link in the comments. ⬇️

06/22/2026

The physical therapy department is seeking to fill a student support position as a transition, following the retirement of our highly valued colleague, Bev Denbigh. We are grateful for her years of dedicated service and the meaningful impact she made on our students and department.
We are now looking for an individual who can continue this important work by providing high-quality support to our students and contribute to the effective operation of the department. This role plays a vital part in fostering a positive and well organized academic environment.
We encourage individuals who are detail oriented, collaborative, and committed to student success to apply. Please also consider sharing this opportunity with qualified candidates within your network.
For more information or to apply, please contact us or click on the link.

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06/18/2026

📣 Participants Needed!

We’re looking for recreationally active females (ages 18–35) to take part in an exciting research study on dual task interference!

🧠🏃‍♂️ What you’ll do:
Complete a hopping task paired with a cognitive challenge

📍 Where:
Mizzou Motion Analysis Center (9J Clark Hall)

💡 This is a great opportunity to contribute to research that helps us better understand how the brain and body work together during movement!

📩 Interested? Contact:
Mark Mason
[email protected]

Help advance movement science and challenge yourself at the same time!

06/05/2026

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05/17/2026

Celebrating excellence, dedication, and the journey to becoming Doctors of Physical Therapy.

We recognized the outstanding achievements of our Class of 2026 at the Department of Physical Therapy Awards & Recognition Reception. From academic excellence to clinical impact and leadership, these students continue to raise the bar.

We were also proud to honor our Clinical Instructor of the Year and Educational Partner, whose mentorship and collaboration play a vital role in shaping the next generation of physical therapists.

We are so proud of all you’ve accomplished and even more excited for the difference you’ll make in the lives of your future patients!

Congratulations Class of 2026!

05/13/2026

05/11/2026

🎓 The countdown is REAL… T–5 days until graduation!We couldn’t be more proud of this group and all they’ve accomplished and even more excited to see the impact they’re about to make. Let’s go, Class of 2026… your future starts NOW. 🚀

05/07/2026

What a semester it’s been in PhysZOU! From incredible patients, to dedicated students, staff, and clinicians, we are so grateful for everyone who made the semester so meaningful. A special thank you to our patients. You teach our students more than you know. We will be taking a short break in June and July, but we’ll be back in August, refreshed and ready for what’s next! 💛🖤

05/04/2026

Level 1 complete ✅

This weekend, our students had the opportunity to complete Dry Needling Level 1. Through hands-on practice and focused learning, they developed foundational techniques, safety awareness, and confidence in application.

From first insertions to refining their precision, it was great to see their growth!

A big thank you to for providing expert instruction and an engaging learning experience!