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Covey College of Allied Health Professions is dedicated to the provision of the highest quality in basic medical sciences and health professional education to meet healthcare needs and to contribute to new knowledge through research. The departments of instruction in the Covey College of Allied Health Professions include biomedical sciences, emergency medical services, occupational therapy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, radiologic sciences, and speech pathology and audiology. The college offers certificate programs, undergraduate programs and graduate programs.

11/02/2026

Allied Health Professions Week is officially underway! 💙✨

We kicked off the week in the Covey College this morning with cold brew, pastries, and fantastic conversation. To launch our week of celebration, we set up a special interactive Gratitude Wall right in the lobby for our college community.

Allied Health professionals make up over 60 percent of the healthcare workforce, representing the essential specialists in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, audiology, radiologic sciences, biomedical sciences, physician assistant studies, and emergency medical services who deliver vital care every day. Allied Health Professions Week is our opportunity to honor these dedicated individuals and celebrate the transformative impact our students, faculty, and alumni have on our community's health and well-being.

Haven't stopped by the wall yet? It will be up in our lobby all week! Drop by anytime between classes to grab a sticky note, write a quick message of thanks to someone who makes a positive impact on your journey, and add it to the display.

10/30/2026

The Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions is proud to support community traditions across our campus!

Our Department of Physical Therapy and Department of Occupational Therapy teamed up to host the 5th Annual Sensory-Friendly Trick-or-Treat! This event gives individuals with disabilities, their families, and friends a chance to enjoy Halloween in an environment tailored to their sensory sensitivities.

Thank you to our PT and OT students, faculty, and staff for bringing this incredible event together, and to all the families who joined us.

10/30/2026

Spotted in the Covey College of Allied Health Professions: Spondee words and clinical hazards brought to life! 🎃✨

Our 1st-year Au.D. students showed up to class trading standard clinical gear for spondee words the two-syllable, equally stressed words used during Speech Recognition Threshold testing. Meanwhile, our audiology faculty dressed up as "Audiology Warnings" you might encounter during a clinical appointment!

From clever costumes to a supportive cohort culture, our future audiologists and faculty prove that mastering complex clinical concepts at South can be a lot of fun.

Audiology pros and prospective students: can you decode all the warnings and spondees in the photos? Drop your guesses below! 👇🎧

10/29/2026

From South Alabama to a career in audiology!

As part of Audiology Awareness Month, the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions is highlighting alumna Payton Sibley Guinn and her journey from South's Doctor of Audiology program into the profession.

Her story provides a look at the career opportunities available to audiology graduates and the experiences that help prepare them for professional practice.

Read more about Payton and our other Audiology Awareness Month spotlights: https://www.southalabama.edu/departments/publicrelations/pressreleases/aroundsouth/10162026audmonth.html

10/27/2026

Melissa Knight once imagined a career in sports physical therapy. Her clinical experiences at South Alabama helped her discover an entirely different path.

Today, the South DPT graduate works in inpatient neurologic rehabilitation, primarily caring for patients recovering from strokes and other complex neurological conditions.

Knight said the variety of clinical experiences available through South helped her discover where she could make the greatest impact.

She also maintains a connection to the College through teaching and mentorship.

Read Melissa's story and meet our other PT Month spotlights: https://www.southalabama.edu/departments/publicrelations/pressreleases/aroundsouth/101426ptmonth.html

10/23/2026

Faculty from our Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions recently participated in an artificial intelligence workshop led by University of South Alabama alumna Dr. Ashley Dockens.

Dr. Dockens, who earned both her Au.D. and Ph.D. from South and now serves as Associate Provost of Academic Innovation and Digital Learning at Lamar University, returned to campus to explore responsible AI practice, discipline relevance, and practical faculty applications.

The session focused on maintaining academic integrity, leveraging AI tools like Gemini and NotebookLM for course design, and fostering critical thinking among future healthcare professionals.

📖 Read more about the workshop and key takeaways: https://www.southalabama.edu/departments/publicrelations/pressreleases/aroundsouth/102326aiworkshop.html

10/22/2026

For Audiology Awareness Month, we're highlighting Dr. Ashley Flagge, associate professor of audiology in South Alabama's Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions.

In addition to teaching, Dr. Flagge serves as Ph.D. program coordinator for Communication Sciences and Disorders and Audiology Admissions Chair.

Through her work with students and involvement in the program, she helps prepare the next generation of professionals entering the field.

Meet Dr. Flagge and learn more about her work at South: https://www.southalabama.edu/departments/publicrelations/pressreleases/aroundsouth/10162026audmonth.html

10/21/2026

The Covey College of Allied Health Professions and the University of South Alabama Student Government Association recently hosted the second Allied Health SGA Student Mixer, giving students a chance to connect with one another and hear directly from faculty.

Student leaders guided a panel discussion focused on allied health programs, career paths and the student experience, while students from across the College had the opportunity to meet peers outside their own programs.

Thanks to everyone who joined us for a great evening of conversation and connection!

10/20/2026

What makes a good physical therapist? For South Alabama faculty member Troy Burley, it's about more than knowing the right tests and techniques.

Burley, an assistant professor in the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions, encourages students to look beyond the obvious explanation for a patient's symptoms and develop the clinical reasoning needed to make informed decisions.

His teaching and research focus on preparing future physical therapists to approach patient care with curiosity, sound judgment and confidence.

Meet Troy and read our National Physical Therapy Month feature: https://www.southalabama.edu/departments/publicrelations/pressreleases/aroundsouth/101426ptmonth.html

10/16/2026

Meet Holly Francis, a student in South Alabama's Doctor of Audiology program!

As part of Audiology Awareness Month, the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions is highlighting students preparing for careers in hearing and balance healthcare.

Holly is sharing what drew her to audiology, her experiences at South and how her education is helping prepare her for the profession.

Read her story and meet our other Audiology Awareness Month spotlights: https://www.southalabama.edu/departments/publicrelations/pressreleases/aroundsouth/10162026audmonth.html

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