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University Faculty Development
Day Recap
University Faculty Development is a bi-annual gathering of faculty members from across the Salus community, providing professional development opportunities, important group discussions, and the chance to connect with fellow colleagues. The event kicked off with a reception held at the Hafter Student Center, followed by a day of workshops and symposiums. Read more
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Dr. Mitchell Scheiman Named Director of Graduate Programs in Biomedicine
In September, Dr. Janice Scharre, provost and vice president for Academic Affairs, announced the appointment of Dr. Mitchell Scheiman, dean of Research, as director of Graduate Programs in Biomedicine. Dr. Scheiman has been a professor in the Pennsylvania College of Optometry and Salus faculty member for over 34 years, and will remain as dean of Research. Read more
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Dr. Janice Scharre, provost and vice president of Academic Affairs, recently announced the appointment of Dr. Jason J. Barr as the new dean of the College of Education and Rehabilitation (CER), effective September 12. In his new role as chief academic officer for CER, Dr. Barr will be responsible for ensuring the quality, content, and accreditation processes for all programs within the college. Read more
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New Occupational Therapy Doctorate
Salus University is excited to launch a post-professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program this fall for those interested in advancing their career and already have a master's of science degree in Occupational Therapy. The program will be offered as a 16-month or 27-month program and will be based primarily online. Read more
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Introducing A New Salus Mascot
Sal the Salamander was recently introduced as Salus University's new mascot at the new student orientation in August. Read more
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Click here to see how our renovation projects are coming along!
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WE SALUTE
The Salus community extends a warm welcome to the following new members:
Patient Access Coordinator
The Eye Institute
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Dr. Jason Barr
Dean
College of Education and Rehabilitation
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Nancy Dusing
Lab Assistant - OT
College of Education and
Rehabilitation
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Gregory Gasiorowski
Administrative Assistant
Osborne College of Audiology
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Dr. Yell Inverso
Instructor
Speech-Language Pathology
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Dr. Amanda Marchegiani
Instructor
Osborne College of Audiology
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Dr. Bruce Muchnick
Clinical Faculty
The Eye Institute
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Anne Marie Ruckdeschel
Clinical Educator
Speech-Language Pathology
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Emily R. Vasile
Instructor
College of Education and Rehabilitation
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The Salus community extends its sincere congratulations to the following members:
Dr. Alexander Dizhoor,
principal investigator, for being cited in an Optogenetics article.
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instructor and former Low Vision resident at TEI, on receiving the 2016 Alfred A. Rosenbloom, Jr., Low Vision Residency Award.
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Dr. Mitchell Scheiman, dean of Research and director of Graduate Programs in Biomedicine, and Dr. Michael Gallaway, associate professor, on being cited in a American Academy of Optometry press release for their article on Vision Therapy for Post-Concussion Vision Disorders
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SOSH Mission Trip to Haiti
Since Student Optometric Services to Humanity (SOSH) was founded at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO) in 1969, Salus/PCO students and doctors participate in a yearly mission trip, bringing much needed medical eye care services to individuals living in poverty. In August, 16 students and two doctors from Salus/PCO traveled to Haiti where they examined almost 1,200 patients in the Cap-Haitien area over the course of four days, providing glasses, sunglasses, and medications when necessary. Read more
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OT Students Learn by Doing: Level 1 Fieldwork at Camp Geronimo
Hands-on education is a fundamental characteristic of the Salus University Occupational Therapy (OT) program. Recently, six OT students attended Camp Geronimo, a day camp for children with disabilities, where they were assisted with daily activities and events. This type of training is specifically designed to provide students with opportunities to integrate academically acquired education with practice. Read more
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Salus Welcomes New Students
Salus recently extended a warm welcome to its incoming class, as more than 320 first-year students arrived on campus for orientation this past August. Orientation week is designed to introduce students to important resources critical to their personal and academic success, as well as provide the opportunity to get to know faculty and fellow students. Read more
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"Looking Out For Kids" Auction
NOW OPEN
The Looking Out for Kids online auction is now open! To purchase tickets and register to bid on exciting items like a $300 Mealey's Furniture Gift Card, Audrey Hepburn print, American Girl Doll, household items, a New York City weekend trip, and MUCH MORE, CLICK HERE!
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Upcoming Events and
Continuing Education
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