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AHS College Meeting

All AHS faculty and staff are invited to participate in the Spring 2025 AHS College Meeting

Register by May 6

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Tanvi Bhatt receives $500,000 National MS Society grant for mentor-based postdoctoral fellowships

Tanvi Bhatt | Posted on March 19, 2025

Chemotherapy port

Elizabeth Papautsky co-author of article in Psychology Today

Elizabeth Papautsky | Posted on March 17, 2025

BVIS student, Hayley D'Alessandro winner of a Fall 2024 UIC Award for Graduate Research

Leah Lebowicz | Posted on March 17, 2025

Casey Herman and Delphine Labbé published on physical activity virtual program for people with disability

Delphine Labbé | Posted on March 13, 2025

Elizabeth Papautsky co-author on new publication in Academic Emergency Medicine

Elizabeth Papautsky | Posted on March 12, 2025

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Jan 9 2025

Spring College of Nursing YOGA

1/9/25, 4:00 pm–5/8/25, 4:00 pm

College of Nursing

Mar 24 2025

Deadline: Community Engagement Award nominations due

March 24, 2025

Mar 24 2025

Deadline: Faculty Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award nominations due

March 24, 2025

Mar 26 2025

Project Management: Study Start-Up

Wednesday 26th, 1:00 pm–Thursday 27th, 3:30 pm

Mar 28 2025

After IRB Approval…Keeping Your Study Compliant

Friday, 12:00 pm–1:00 pm

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Join us in celebrating #UICDHD student scholarship

Join us in celebrating #UICDHD student scholarship recipients! These dedicated scholars have earned well-deserved awards for their hard work and commitment. We’re so proud of you!

#UICDHD #UICProud

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Slide 1: AHS DHD congratulates students in the Department of Disability and Human Development for their awarded scholarships.

Slide 2: Chelsea Wallaert, recipient of the Ann and Edward Page-El Scholarship Award, which recognizes academic excellence and supports graduate students interested in the social or medical aspects of neurological disabilities.

Slide 3: Tia Khan, recipient of the Neal H. Gottlieb Memorial Scholarship, which is awarded to a junior or senior undergraduate student in DHD who has a physical disability.

Slide 4: Claudia Castillo, recipient of the DHD/OT Black and Latinx Student Scholarship, awarded to DHD and OT students with financial need, with preference for those contributing to department diversity and engaging in research or service benefiting Black and Latinx communities or related student organizations at UIC.

Slide 5: Daryl Yao, recipient of the Anne Hopkins Scholarship, which supports two graduate students pursuing studies in Disability and Sex, Relationships and Dating; the Social Model of Disability; or Social Entrepreneurship.

Slide 6: Shanita Jones, recipient of the Carlos Drazen Memorial Scholarship, which supports graduate students pursuing studies at the intersection of race and disability.

Slide 7: Emilie Lacy, recipient of the Charlotte A. Tate Award for Multidisciplinary Research, which is awarded to an outstanding student in the Department of Disability and Human Development who demonstrates a multidisciplinary approach across health, society, and disability.

Slide 8: Sam Weiss, recipient of the Anne Hopkins Scholarship, which supports two graduate students pursuing studies in Disability and Sex, Relationships and Dating; the Social Model of Disability; or Social Entrepreneurship.

Food is more than fuel - it’s culture, community

Food is more than fuel - it’s culture, community, and connection! For #NationalNutritionMonth, our nutrition students are sharing their favorite dishes, how food brings people together, and even restaurant recommendations to try their cuisine. 🍽️

What food represents your culture? Drop your favorite dish or go-to restaurant in the comments! 🍽️🌍

#EveryBodyBetter #UIC #UICProud #UICAHS #RegisteredDietitian #NutritionResearch #NutritionScience #RD2Be #RD2B #NutritionStudent #UICNutrition #NationalRegisteredDietitianNutritionistDay #RDNDay2025 #CelebrateRDN #NationalNutritionMonth #FoodIsCulture

📢 Calling all kinesiology majors! 📢 Meet A

📢 Calling all kinesiology majors! 📢

Meet Aarya Patel, one of last year’s Helen Barton Summer Research Scholars! During his summer research experience with Robert Motl, PhD, Aarya had the chance to explore the impact of research on the future of medicine. His work deepened his passion for advancing medical research, with a strong desire to continue contributing to improvements in the field.

Now it’s your turn! The Helen Barton Summer Research Scholarship is your chance to work on real research, gain valuable experience, and even earn experiential learning credit!

Explore faculty research projects & apply: go.uic.edu/HelenBarton

Deadline: March 31, 2025

Don’t miss this opportunity to turn your passion for kinesiology into real-world experience!

#EveryBodyBetter #UIC #UICProud #UICAHS #UICKINES #ExerciseScience #UICKinesiology #Kinesiology #KinesiologyMajor #Kines #research #undergraduateresearch

📢 Calling all kinesiology majors! 📢 Meet S

📢 Calling all kinesiology majors! 📢

Meet Sara Restrepo, one of last year’s Helen Barton Summer Research Scholars! She spent last summer gaining hands-on research experience with faculty mentor David Marquez, PhD, building skills, and making discoveries.

Now it’s your turn! The Helen Barton Summer Research Scholarship is your chance to work on real research, gain valuable experience, and even earn experiential learning credit!

Explore faculty research projects & apply: go.uic.edu/HelenBarton

Deadline: March 31, 2025

Don’t miss this opportunity to turn your passion for kinesiology into real-world experience!

#EveryBodyBetter #UIC #UICProud #UICAHS #UICKINES #ExerciseScience #UICKinesiology #Kinesiology #KinesiologyMajor #Kines #research #undergraduateresearch

Attention AHS Grads! 📚🏫 Don’t forget to no

Attention AHS Grads! 📚🏫
Don’t forget to nominate your favorite instructor. Link is in our bio.

Happy #WellnessWednesday! Let the countdown to spr

Happy #WellnessWednesday! Let the countdown to spring break begin! 🌴

Katie and Kyle, our KN 136 & KN 245 UTAs, share their top tips for a balanced break: Katie’s serving up smart food choices 🥗 while Kyle’s got us moving with his favorite active spots!

Whether you’re chilling or adventuring, prioritize your wellness this break!

#EveryBodyBetter #UIC #UICProud #UICAHS #UICKINES #ExerciseScience #UICKinesiology #Kinesiology #KinesiologyMajor #Kines #RegisteredDietitian #NutritionResearch #NutritionScience #RD2Be #RD2B #NutritionStudent #UICNutrition

UIC students: Learn what it takes to transfer into

UIC students: Learn what it takes to transfer into the BS in Disability and Human Development (DHD) degree program.

Attend our virtual info session for transferring undergraduate students on March 20, 2025, from 4 PM to 4:30 PM to learn about the degree program and transfer process!

Register to attend: https://go.uic.edu/DHDZOOMICT

For accommodation requests or questions contact Oscar Gonzalez at oscarg@uic.edu.

#UICDHD #Disability #Degree #College #Chicago

A @thisisuic team of students and faculty led by #

A @thisisuic team of students and faculty led by #UICAHS' Tomer Kanan has built a modern tool for the long-standing practice of studying human #anatomy. DOCTOR, a free web application, uses three-dimensional scans of real cadavers and medical models to bring the anatomy lab to laptops, tablets and smartphones. Full story link in bio.

When a client was diagnosed with Idiopathic Intrac

When a client was diagnosed with Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH) (a condition linked to obesity and type 2 diabetes), they were told that without losing 30-40 pounds, a major procedure would be necessary to relieve pressure in their brain.

With the expertise of Amel Nikho, Robert Bibrowicz, Trent Bismonte, and Jack Burns, all MS in Kinesiology – Exercise Physiology students and proud alumni of our BS in Kinesiology program, the client took control of their health. In just 6 weeks, they lost 35 pounds and 10 inches off their waist – no surgery needed! And as their health improves, they may soon reduce their diabetes and hypertension medications as well.

This is kinesiology in action – proving that exercise and diet are powerful forms of medicine.

From undergrad to grad school, #uickinesiology students like Amel, Robert, Trent, and Jack are out here changing lives with the knowledge they’ve learned in the classroom!

Where will a degree in Kinesiology take you?

#EveryBodyBetter #UIC #UICProud #UICAHS #UICKINES #ExerciseScience #UICKinesiology #Kinesiology #KinesiologyMajor #Kines #HealthTransformation #ExerciseIsMedicine #exercisephysiology

This past weekend, two of our undergraduate kinesi

This past weekend, two of our undergraduate kinesiology students shared their research at the Midwest Sport and Exercise Psychology Symposium (MSEPS), hosted by @universityofky

Ellie Gasso tackled an important topic with her lecture, "Suicide Rates in NCAA Student-Athletes: An 11-Year Analysis."

Emre Gul showcased his research with a poster on "The Green Light Study Proposal: Does Solution-Focused Coaching (SFC) Enhance Positive Emotion and Improve Functional Movement Performance in a Non-Athletic Population?"

We're so proud of their contributions to the field of sport and exercise psychology!

#EveryBodyBetter #KNSpiritDay #UIC #UICProud #UICAHS #UICKINES #ExerciseScience #UICKinesiology #Kinesiology #KinesiologyMajor #Kines #MSEPS #mseps2025 #SportPsychology #ExercisePsychology #StudentResearch #AASP

🔎 AHS Students—Big Opportunities Await at the

🔎 AHS Students—Big Opportunities Await at the Career Fair! 🔎

Looking for internships or jobs in healthcare, public health, or rehab? Meet top employers like:

🏥 Northwestern Medicine | 🩺 Rush Medical Center
🧠 Maryville Behavioral Health | 💼 Illinois Dept of Public Health
🇺🇸 US Army Health Care …and more!

📅 Monday, March 18 | ⏰ 11 AM – 4 PM | 📍 SCE Illinois Room

🎉 Stop by ASAP’s table (11–12:30) for Career Fair BINGO & prizes!

Dress sharp, bring your resume, and get ready to network!

🔗 More info: uic.joinhandshake.com

#UIC #AHS #CareerFair #Internships #JobHunting #Networking #UICASAP

🚨 We’re Hiring! 🚨 Join the ASAP team and

🚨 We’re Hiring! 🚨

Join the ASAP team and make a difference! We’re looking for Front Desk Assistants and Tutors to support our students. 📚✨

✅ Gain valuable experience
✅ Work in a fun & supportive environment
✅ Help fellow students succeed

📅 Deadline: Monday, April 7th
🔗 Apply now: go.uic.edu/ApplyASAP

Tag a friend who would be a great fit! 💼💡 #UIC #NowHiring #StudentJobs #Tutoring #UICASAP

Spring Internship & Career Fair – Career Path Bi

Spring Internship & Career Fair – Career Path Bingo! 🎉

Looking for your next internship or career opportunity? Join us at the Spring Internship & Career Fair featuring Career Path Bingo with ASAP! 🌟

📍 UIC Student Center East – Illinois Room
📅 Tuesday, March 18
⏰ 11 AM – 4 PM

Network with employers, explore career paths, and play Career Path Bingo for a fun and interactive way to learn about different industries! Don’t miss out on this exciting event! 🚀

#UICCareers #CareerFair #Internships #CareerPathBingo #UICASAP

Carol Gill and Larry Voss helped found a movement.

Carol Gill and Larry Voss helped found a movement. With Larry, her husband, by her side, Gill became an internationally known researcher and scholar in disability studies. They are remembered for advancing disability rights, scholarship and pride. Read the full story in the latest issue of UIC Applied Health Sciences Magazine. Link in bio.

#UICOT Alumni! Join us for our #UICOT Alumni Meet

#UICOT Alumni!

Join us for our #UICOT Alumni Meet Up at the @aotainc conference!

📍 Hard Rock Café Philadelphia
📍 1113-31 Market St
📅 Friday, April 4, 2025
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Please RSVP for this event by Friday, March 28th: https://go.uic.edu/aota2025

We hope to see you there!

Happy #RDNDay! We asked some of our nutrition facu

Happy #RDNDay! We asked some of our nutrition faculty to sign some very special throwback photos… and let’s just say, reactions were chef’s kiss (pun intended) 👨‍🍳💋🔥 #WatchTilTheEnd #ThrowbackGold #NutritionExperts

#EveryBodyBetter #UIC #UICProud #UICAHS #RegisteredDietitian #NutritionResearch #NutritionScience #RD2Be #RD2B #NutritionStudent #UICNutrition #NationalRegisteredDietitianNutritionistDay #RDNDay2025 #CelebrateRDN #NationalNutritionMonth

KINESIOLOGY MAJORS: Looking for real-world experie

KINESIOLOGY MAJORS: Looking for real-world experience that sets you apart? Need flexible credit hours while gaining professional connections that could lead to your dream job? This is your sign to intern this summer or fall!

Why apply?
*Boost your resume with hands-on experience
*Build your network and open doors to job offers
*Gain in-demand skills and stand out in your career
*Choose your pace: Earn 1–6 credits while working in the field

Application Deadlines:
Summer 2025: Friday, April 4th
Fall 2025: Friday, May 2nd

Don’t miss out - email Noreen Chap at chap@uic.edu for more info.

#KinesiologyBeyondTheClassroom #InternshipGoals #GetHired #CareerReady #EveryBodyBetter #UICKinesiology #ExerciseScience #KinesiologyMajor #UICProud #UICAHS

We're #UICProud of #UICAHS' Tanvi Bhatt for being

We're #UICProud of #UICAHS' Tanvi Bhatt for being named Distinguished Researcher - Clinical Sciences as part of the 2024-25 Research and Scholarship Annual Awards presented by the UIC Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and the UIC Office of Technology Management. The awards recognize the efforts of faculty researchers, scholars and others who advance knowledge and promote continued excellence at @thisisuic.

Happy #WellnessWednesday! This week, we're celebra

Happy #WellnessWednesday! This week, we're celebrating National Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day! 🍎🎉

Big kudos to all our RDs at UIC and beyond, plus a shout-out to our future RDs!

Scan the QR code to learn more about their invaluable role. Don't miss out on other QR codes highlighting career paths from Katie and important health tips from Kyle on blood pressure & glaucoma awareness!

#EveryBodyBetter #UIC #UICProud #UICAHS #UICKINES #ExerciseScience #UICKinesiology #Kinesiology #KinesiologyMajor #Kines #RegisteredDietitian #NutritionResearch #NutritionScience #RD2Be #RD2B #NutritionStudent #UICNutrition #RDNDay #NationalNutritionMonth

Space is limited. Please register https://go.uic.e

Space is limited. Please register https://go.uic.edu/TearandTwist

Join us for a free, one-hour workshop facilitated by 3Arts/Bodies of Work Resident Artist Lillian Heredia, we will collaborate in pairs to tear fabric. Then, Lillian will lead an interactive demonstration of how to make that torn fabric into cord. At the beginning of the workshop, Lillian will share some of her experiences as an artist new to the disability art community.

About Lillian Heredia: Lillian Heredia (she/her) is a 3Arts/Bodies of Work Resident Artist whose work explores religion, sustenance farming, chronic pain, and motherhood through her background in biology. Based in Chicago, her art has been exhibited at venues like the Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art and SAIC Galleries, and she has received recognition through the Presidential Merit Scholarship, Pinnacle Awards, and Comfort Station’s Artist to Watch series.

@lilliheredia @bowchicago @3artschicago

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