KU Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Science, & Athletic Training

06/03/2026

☀️📚 Our 2nd-Year Hybrid PT students are back at it and kicking off the summer semester strong!

This week, they're diving into exercise physiology, exploring the science of metabolism and energy systems, and connecting these concepts to real-world clinical decision-making. From understanding how the body produces energy to applying exercise principles across patient populations commonly seen in physical therapy practice, our students are building the foundation for evidence-informed care. 💪🧠

The classroom-to-clinic connection is in full swing, and we can't wait to see how they translate this knowledge into helping future patients move better, feel better, and live better!

05/29/2026

🎓 Considering a career in Physical Therapy?

Join us for a virtual KU Physical Therapy (PT) Information Session and learn what makes the KU PT Program unique!

📅 Wednesday, June 24, 2025
⏰ 5:00–6:00 PM CST
💻 Virtual via Microsoft Teams

We'll cover:
✅ Program overview
✅ On-Campus vs. Hybrid pathways
✅ Admission requirements & deadlines
✅ Live Q&A with faculty and staff

Whether you're just beginning to explore PT or preparing to apply, we’d love to connect with you!

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to join or https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/214813705702191?p=lVAEK2JiFpbqvgMJvi

05/28/2026

📚 The PT Program Hybrid Pathway students attended 2 days of orientation and classes at . We loved having both the On-Campus and Hybrid students all together to start their PT School journey!

Today started all together in Advanced Anatomy lecture and cadaver lab, giving everyone the chance to connect, collaborate, and dive right into hands-on learning. Afterward, our Hybrid students wrapped up the day exploring the technology they’ll be using during virtual labs throughout the program. 💻✨

We are so excited to see these future healthcare professionals begin their journey together — and we can’t wait to welcome you all back to campus in July! 💙

05/27/2026

📚🧠 Anatomy, here they come!
The PT Class of 2029 is already demonstrating what it means to be a successful graduate learner—showing up early, prepared, and ready to engage in their first Anatomy lecture. Their motivation, curiosity, and growth mindset were on full display as they began building the foundational knowledge that will support their future careers as physical therapists.
Success in physical therapy school isn't just about mastering content—it's about taking ownership of your learning, asking questions, embracing challenges, and continuously adapting along the way. These students are already taking those important first steps.
We can't wait to see how they continue to grow, learn, and support one another throughout this journey. The road to becoming a PT starts with a commitment to learning, and the Class of 2029 is off to a strong start! 💙❤️

05/27/2026

📚🧠 Anatomy, here they come!

The PT Class of 2029 is already demonstrating what it means to be a successful graduate learner—showing up early, prepared, and ready to engage in their first Anatomy lecture. Their motivation, curiosity, and growth mindset were on full display as they began building the foundational knowledge that will support their future careers as physical therapists.

Success in physical therapy school isn't just about mastering content—it's about taking ownership of your learning, asking questions, embracing challenges, and continuously adapting along the way. These students are already taking those important first steps.

We can't wait to see how they continue to grow, learn, and support one another throughout this journey. The road to becoming a PT starts with a commitment to learning, and the Class of 2029 is off to a strong start! 💙❤️

05/27/2026

A huge THANK YOU to our incredible PT and AT students who volunteered their time this morning to welcome our newest cohorts to the PTRSAT family! 🎉

From leading campus tours and answering questions to sharing their experiences and words of encouragement, our students helped create a warm and welcoming start for the Class of 2029 DPT students and Class of 2028 AT students.

Your willingness to give back, support your future colleagues, and represent our program so well reflects the collaborative culture that makes our department special. 💙❤️

We are grateful for your leadership, enthusiasm, and commitment to helping our incoming students feel at home from day one.

05/27/2026

🎉 Welcome to the PTRSAT Family! 🎉

Today, we were excited to welcome the Athletic Training Class of 2028 and the Physical Therapy Class of 2029 to campus for orientation!

Students from our Athletic Training program and both the on-campus and hybrid PT pathways came together to begin their professional journey as part of a shared orientation experience focused on student success, connection, community, and the skills needed to thrive in graduate education.

It was inspiring to see our newest students already building relationships, engaging with faculty and staff, and taking their first steps toward becoming future healthcare professionals dedicated to serving others.

As classes begin tomorrow, we wish each of you a fantastic first day and a successful start to this exciting chapter. We are honored to be part of your journey and can't wait to see all that you accomplish in the years ahead.

Welcome to PTRSAT. Your journey starts now! 💙❤️

05/25/2026

Exciting recognition for our research community! 🎉

A podium presentation accepted for the 10th World Congress of Biomechanics 2026 has also been selected and invited for submission as a full-length research manuscript for the special issue, “Best Paper of the 10th World Congress of Biomechanics 2026” in Clinical Biomechanics.

📍 Postural Instability in Diabetes Mellitus: Insights from Rambling-Trembling and Non-linear Approach

Authors:
Kai Cheng, Carl Luchies, Hannes Devos, John Miles, Jianghua He, and Dr. Chun-Kai Huang

This work highlights innovative biomechanical approaches to better understand postural instability in individuals with diabetes mellitus and reflects the impactful, collaborative scholarship being advanced by our faculty and research teams.

Congratulations to the authors on this outstanding international recognition and scholarly achievement! 👏🌎

05/23/2026

We are proud to celebrate Dr. Chun-Kai Huang on being selected as this year’s NIH/NIA Butler-Williams Scholar! 👏

This prestigious opportunity brings together emerging researchers for immersive, in-person interactive sessions focused on innovative and high-impact aging research aligned with the scientific priorities of the National Institute on Aging.

Through the program, Dr. Huang will engage with NIA Program Officers, scientific review staff, and fellow scholars while participating in workshops and a mock scientific review study section designed to strengthen research leadership and grant development skills.

Congratulations, Dr. Huang, on this exciting and well-deserved achievement! We look forward to seeing the continued impact of your work and the collaborations that emerge from this incredible experience. 🎉

05/20/2026