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Salus Celebrates Dr. Harry Kaplan
On a warm Friday in July, family, friends, and former colleagues of Dr. Harry Kaplan gathered for a retirement celebration and surprise bench dedication in honor of his 52 years of service to Salus University and the Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO). Read more
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New Director of SLP Program Welcomed
Dean Audrey Smith of Salus University's College of Education and Rehabilitation recently announced the appointment of Kathleen Youse, PhD, CCC-SLP, BC-ANCDS, as chair and program director of the Department of Speech-Language Pathology, effective August 1. Dr. Youse has strong experience in accreditation procedures among program and policy development. Read more
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PEI Welcomes New Clinical Director
Lindsay M. Bondurant, PhD, has been named director of the Pennsylvania Ear Institute (PEI) of Salus University. Dr. Bondurant brings over 15 years of experience as a clinical audiologist and educational professional. As director, she will guide the day-to-day management of PEI including clinical operations, audiology clinical education and patient care. Read more
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Street Smarts: O&M Street Lessons
The loss of vision frequently brings the inability to carry out everyday activities required for living independently. As a result, the University's College of Education and Rehabilitation (CER) goes above and beyond in order to educate students in the field of Blindness and Low Vision studies. To better understand the increased needs and challenges of current and future clients, students from the University's Master of Science degree program in Orientation and Mobility (O&M) are educated in safe and independent travel through a unique blend of online classes, lectures, and practical fieldwork, exposing them to a truly comprehensive experience. Read more
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Audiology Summer Workshops & Distance Education Learning
Each summer, the Osborne College of Audiology hosts two four day workshops combining inspiring lectures and hands-on experience specifically designed for current audiology practitioners, educators, and clinicians. Read more
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Salus Student Highlights & Activities
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National Optometric Association Convention
The National Optometric Association (NOA) recently held its 48th annual convention in Chicago, IL. Faculty and students from Salus University Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO) were in attendance as several members of the PCO chapter of the National Optometric Student Association (NOSA) received esteemed awards. Read more
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Salus Summer Concert
On a warm Friday in July, the smell of hamburgers and hotdogs filled the air as students, faculty, staff, and guests gathered for the first-ever Salus Summer Concert, presented by the Campus Activities Committee. The concert, hosted nearby at the Abington Art Center, was provided at no charge to guests; donations were accepted in support of the students' interdisciplinary screening fund. Read more
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SLP Students Selected to Present at ASHA Convention
Salus University Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) first year students,
Jessica Cecco and Caitlin Raymond, were selected to present their posters at the 2016 ASHA Annual Convention from November 17-19 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA. Read more.
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WE SALUTE
The Salus community extends a warm welcome to the following new members:
Barbara Feeney
Security Officer
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Latoya Goode
Patient Representative
TEI
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Jane Hughes
Administrative Assistant
OCA
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Moira McDaid
Administrative Assistant
Finance
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Michael Saracino
Admissions Officer
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Natalie Standig
Program Manager
International and Continuing Education
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Rachel Stengel Marketing Specialist
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The Salus community extends its sincere congratulations to the following members:
Monica Kurschner, clinical compliance coordinator, on the birth of her daughter Leah Colette Kurschner, born on July 1st.
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on the birth of her son Oscar Trieu Kramon, born on July 5th.
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Melissa Cherry, assistant professor, on the birth of her son Martin E. Legin III, on July 21st.
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Dr. Barbara Schwartz Bechet, associate dean, for presenting on the University's IPE and IPP Practices at the Learner Conference in Vancouver, BC, Canada. She was also introduced as one of two Journal Award Winners, having received an award earlier this year from the Learner Journal Collection and Common Ground Publishing.
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Inaugural Blindness and Low Vision Studies Alumna of the Year
At an alumni and friends reception held on July 8, Maureen Duffy, MS '90, CVRT, was presented with the inaugural Salus University Blindness and Low Vision Studies Alumna of the Year Award. Ms. Duffy dedicated over 17 years to building the Vision Rehabilitation Therapy program (VRT) at the University, as well as educating students and vision rehabilitation professionals across the country. Read more
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Remembering G�rard Cottet
The Salus University community was saddened by the passing of a true visionary in the ophthalmic industry, G�rard Cottet. He will forever be remembered for his hard work and significant contributions to optometry and the ophthalmic industry as a whole and will be missed by many. Read more
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SLI Celebrates One Year
The Speech-Language Institute (SLI) of Salus University recently celebrated its first anniversary since opening its doors for client care in July 2015. SLI's success has been guided by strong University leadership, dedicated faculty, staff, and clinical educators, and is defined by passionate students who believe that speech-language pathology plays a fundamental role in meeting the needs of those with communication disorders. Read more
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Dr. Janice Scharre, provost, Dr. Michael H. Mittelman, president, Marshall Ward 'OD17 and Dr. Melissa Trego, interim dean of PCO, at the AOA meeting.
The American Optometric Association recently held its 119th annual congress, Optometry's Meeting, in Boston, MA. Salus University Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO) faculty, alumni, students, and staff were in attendance.
Marshall Ward 'OD17 represented Salus PCO in the 25th Annual Varilux Optometry Student Bowl. Read more
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Current Renovation Projects
Salus University's Elkins Park campus is buzzing with construction activity as renovations and remodels begin. Learn more about our current renovation projects including the Learning Resource Center and Clinical Procedures Lab here.
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Upcoming Caf� Modifications
To alleviate congestion in the Caf� at lunchtime and during breaks, some programs will undergo changes to their schedules this fall to accommodate lunch breaks from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm. As a result, the Caf� will expand its hours from 7:30 am - 2:00 pm.
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"Looking Out for Kids": Giving Children a Better Future Through Improved Vision
For decades, Salus University has been committed to providing comprehensive vision care services to disadvantaged children in Philadelphia and its surrounding communities. Through its "Looking Out for Kids" (LOFK) vision care initiative, the University has helped thousands of children by ensuring they receive the vision care necessary for their educational success. Read more
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Let's Twist & Shout -
"Looking Out for Kids" 10th Anniversary!
RSVP to Attend!
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Upcoming Events and
Continuing Education
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