Mizzou CHS Department of Physical Therapy

08/27/2026

🧠🎉 Think you know your trivia? Put your knowledge to the test at PhysZOU Trivia Night!

PhysZOU is a student-involved physical therapy clinic providing free services to the un-insured and underinsured.

Join us for an evening of fun, friendly competition, and great company all the while supporting a great cause. Gather your team, show off your trivia skills, and support PhysZOU!

📅 Date: Friday, September 25
⏰ Time: 7:00pm
📍 Location: 602 Turner Avenue (Newman Center)

✅ Sign up today by scanning the QR code or using the link below:
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08/21/2026

We are deeply grateful to those who chose to give the gift of body donation. Through their generosity, our students learn not only anatomy, but also respect, compassion, and the privilege of caring for others.

These donors become some of our students’ most important teachers. They left a lasting impact on the future of healthcare. We honor their generosity and the families who supported their wishes.

08/18/2026

It's time for baby lab! We are looking for babies 0-18 months old to teach our PT students all about babies! The sessions are taking place on Thursday, September 10th, from 8:00-9:15am OR 9:30 to 11am. This will be located at the Department of Physical Therapy, in Clark Hall. For more information, contact Jean Griffith at 573-882-7103 or via email at [email protected]

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.

Discover what matters with us. Mizzou is a world-renowned educational and research institution, and our first-rate faculty, staff and students are part of something big. If you’re looking for a vibrant community that offers endless opportunities to grow and make a difference throughout our state, ...

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. 🚀