UCF Physical Therapy

05/28/2026

SIX of our CHPS alumni have been recognized in the 2026 Class of 30 Under 30! 😎 Congratulations to:

⭐Cassandra Allen ’18 from the Department of Health Sciences

⭐Chloe Artrip ’19 ’23DPT from the School of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Sciences

⭐Brenden Brown ’20 ’23MHA from the Department of Health Sciences

⭐Michele Guillard ’20 from the Department of Health Sciences

⭐Jaquesha Jefferson ’22 from the Department of Health Sciences

⭐Jillian Pirozzi ’22 ’25MHA from the Department of Health Sciences

The 30 Under 30 Awards highlight 30 alumni with remarkable professional achievements and contributions to the community. Read more about these outstanding alumni here:
https://ucfalumni.exposure.co/30-under-30-class-of-2026

05/15/2026

After 10 years and more than 200 Go Baby Go! cars, Clinical Associate Professor of Physical Therapy Jennifer Tucker, hasn’t stopped for a moment since bringing the national program to UCF and families in the local community. From organizing dozens of volunteers to engaging local schools in retrofitting the toy cars, her unwavering commitment has empowered countless children with mobility challenges while inspiring a new generation of students to give back through innovation and compassion.

She's aided in the program by alumna Cami Osier who volunteered at a car-building event during her first semester in UCF DPT's program 10 years ago, setting her on a career path in pediatric physical therapy and ultimately a second role as associate director of UCF Go Baby Go!

The UCF program, supported by a small fleet of community and philanthropic partners, is changing lives one custom car at a time.

Read more https://www.ucf.edu/pegasus/on-the-move/

05/13/2026

We are so excited to welcome our newest cohort - the UCF DPT Class of 2029! You are

05/13/2026

This year's DPT honored faculty and alumni of the program with two new awards:

Clinical Instructor of the Year - Dylan DeFeo
Outstanding Alumni Award - Catherine Allbritton

Congratulations to all, and cheers to the DPT Class of 2026!

05/13/2026

Next chapter: Transforming lives through motion. Congrats to the DPT on this accomplishment!

05/13/2026

⭐We're sending a big congratulations to the student award winners at Friday’s hooding and recognition ceremony:

Outstanding Service - Kelly Keehan
Clinical Excellence - Kaitlyn Campbell
Academic Achievement - Carlie Rucks
Outstanding Researcher - Deborah Rumer
Outstanding Research Team - Mirella Gatterdam, Isabel Platis, Cody Byerly (left to right)
Tenants of Excellence - Gabie Jackson

05/07/2026

The UCF and Orlando Health Sports Physical Therapy Residency Program is shaping the future of sports rehabilitation.

Designed to accelerate clinical expertise, the 12-month program develops highly skilled healthcare professionals who are prepared to support athletes at every level, from high school and collegiate sports to professional organizations. Residents work alongside leading clinicians and join forces with researchers to find new solutions for injury prevention, recovery and performance optimization.

Read more about how this highly competitive program is preparing the next generation of elite sports physical therapists:

The healthcare providers selected for the UCF and Orlando Health Sports Physical Therapy program bring a unique blend of skills and passion for delivering care.

05/06/2026

Cory Collins is graduating with a doctorate in physical therapy. 🎓

“I chose this degree program because I’m passionate about helping people regain their independence and improving their quality of life. It aligns with my long-term goal of giving back to my community by providing compassionate, high-quality care while continuing to grow into a skilled and well-rounded physical therapist.”

Congratulations, Cory! ⭐🖤

05/05/2026

🎓Congratulations to our 37 Doctor of Physical Therapy graduates! We can’t wait to see you unleash your potential! ⚡Charge On!

05/05/2026

It's a record-breaking year for UCF DPT!

We're pleased to share that 14 members of the Class of 2026 — a program-high 38% — have earned placements in post-professional physical therapy residencies, the highest rate in program history.

These competitive programs provide advanced, specialty training in areas like sports, neurology, orthopedics and women’s health — preparing graduates to deliver expert, evidence-based care.

We're so proud to see them taking the next step to become leaders in physical therapy and strengthen patient care.

Read more about them:

The Doctor of Physical Therapy program in the College of Health Professions and Sciences has reached a new milestone, with a record number of graduating

05/04/2026

Carlie Rucks is graduating this week with a doctorate in physical therapy. 🎓

“I would be excited to tell my freshman-year self that I’ve met some amazing people along the way, and in the end, I’m exactly where I’ve always dreamed of being,” Rucks says

Congratulations, Carlie! ⭐🖤