UMass Lowell Department of Physical Therapy and Kinesiology

UMass Lowell Department of Physical Therapy and Kinesiology The Dept. of PT and Kinesiology committed to preparing Exercise Science (ES) and PT students for the complex healthcare environment of the 21st century.

We’re excited to have all of our cohorts back on campus for the Fall semester! The Year 1 students are already starting ...
09/05/2026

We’re excited to have all of our cohorts back on campus for the Fall semester! The Year 1 students are already starting to study and practice new skills!

Leah Sacco PT, DPT, a graduate of the UMass Lowell Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, recently completed her neurologic...
08/21/2026

Leah Sacco PT, DPT, a graduate of the UMass Lowell Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, recently completed her neurological residency at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. And then the VA hired her as a physical therapist! 👏 Leah: “I find deep meaning being part of a clinical team that helps patients find their way back to the life they once knew.” We're thrilled that faculty at University of Massachusetts Lowell inspired you to find your passion. Read more in the profile below and join us in congratulating Leah in this major accomplishment! ⬇️ 🏆

https://www.uml.edu/profiles/leah-sacco.aspx

ATTENTION ALUMNI: Reconnect with fellow alumni, current and retired faculty and staff, and friends on Saturday, Septembe...
08/21/2026

ATTENTION ALUMNI: Reconnect with fellow alumni, current and retired faculty and staff, and friends on Saturday, September 26 for an evening of conversation, great food and shared memories. As we celebrate nearly 50 years of the physical therapy program, we'll also honor Dr. Joseph Dorsey, who founded the program in 1976, and recognize the alumni, faculty and students who have carried his vision forward and helped it thrive. Enjoy a selection of hearty appetizers, with a cash bar available throughout the evening. As we celebrate Dr. Dorsey’s legacy and the growth of the physical therapy program, we are pleased to offer alumni the opportunity to tour south campus. Optional campus tours will be available prior to the reception.

Each year we recognize the achievements of our DPT students at the Awards and Pinning Ceremony. The Award of Excellence ...
08/05/2026

Each year we recognize the achievements of our DPT students at the Awards and Pinning Ceremony. The Award of Excellence is given out to the student(s) of the graduating class demonstrate excellence in Research, Leadership, Service, or Community Involvement during their time in the DPT Program. Please congratulate our 2026 recipient for the Award of Excellence in Service -- Veronica Maksymenko (nominated by peer Hannah Allgood)!

Each year we recognize the achievements of our DPT students at the Awards and Pinning Ceremony. The Clinical Excellence ...
07/23/2026

Each year we recognize the achievements of our DPT students at the Awards and Pinning Ceremony. The Clinical Excellence Award is given out to the student(s) of the graduating class who demonstrated outstanding achievement throughout their clinical education experiences. Please congratulate our 2026 recipients of the Clinical Excellence Award -- Morgan Clandfield, Megan Duong, Kayla Kilcoyne, Ali Landry, Hank MacLeod, DPT, Devyn McCarthy, Quentin Proulx, and Micah Tassone!

Last month faculty and students from the department attended the 2026 American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Annual ...
07/16/2026

Last month faculty and students from the department attended the 2026 American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Annual Meeting in Salt Lake City, UT. Current PhD student, Jinseok Lee (faculty mentor: Rudy Valentine), delivered a poster presentation entitled: "Alcohol Consumption during Muscle Disuse Causes Differential Signaling Responses by Muscle Fiber Type in Mice". It's great to show off all the great work our faculty and students do!

This year the DPT Program created a new award recognizing excellence in teaching and mentoring and the outstanding dedic...
07/10/2026

This year the DPT Program created a new award recognizing excellence in teaching and mentoring and the outstanding dedication of adjunct instructors within the Program. We couldn't just decide on one of our amazing adjunct instructors, so we have two recipients of the 2026 Outstanding Adjunct Instructor Award -- please congratulate Dr. Naseem Chatiwala and Ryan Stoddard on being our inaugural recipients of this new award!

Who says we can't make new friends?
06/23/2026

Who says we can't make new friends?

The Department of Physical Therapy and Kinesiology at the University of Massachusetts Lowell is turning 50 years old! We...
06/18/2026

The Department of Physical Therapy and Kinesiology at the University of Massachusetts Lowell is turning 50 years old! We are hosting a 50th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Moloney Hall of the Meehan Student Center. Please save the date and join us to honor the past, celebrate the present, and inspire the future! Alumni, faculty, staff, and current students are all welcome!

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It has been a very busy end to the semester and academic year! We have more posters and presentations from our DPT Stude...
06/18/2026

It has been a very busy end to the semester and academic year! We have more posters and presentations from our DPT Student Showcase in May!

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