By Lindsey Fiori and Ryan ClarkCHS Contributors
In celebration of Black History Month, the College of Health Sciences’ Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion hosted its monthly 3rd Tuesday event on Feb. 21, entitled, “Healthcare in Color: A Discussion of the Experiences of Black Healthcare Professionals.”
February 22, 2023
By Ryan ClarkCHS Communications Director
The reasons of importance can be put simply: To address health and healthcare disparities. To improve patient outcomes. To promote social justice, equity, diversity, inclusion and representation in the healthcare workforce.
February 17, 2023
By Ryan ClarkCHS Communications Director
In January, the Louisville Metro’s Office for Women launched its inaugural ambassador program to help raise the status of women and girls in Louisville.
Twenty-five women were chosen for the six-month program — one of them being CHS alumna Candice Hite, PA-C.
February 10, 2023
‘I doubt any program has this much heart’
By Sara PisoniCHS Contributor Teaching was never really in the plan for Ashley Sparks.
That said, it would also be accurate to express that she never really thought she’d be teaching for her alma mater, either.
But that’s exactly what has happened.
January 23, 2023
By Ryan ClarkCHS Communications Director
January 18, 2023
By Ryan ClarkCHS Communications Director
It is that time of year again, when the U.S. News & World Report comes out with its annual list of the best jobs in the country, and once again, Physician Assistant and Physical Therapist are at the top of the list.
January 18, 2023
Here at the CHS News Desk, we thought it might be fun to run down the stories that received the most clicks and views from 2022. As we reviewed them, we saw exactly why they garnered so much attention. Some made us laugh and cry. Some inspired. Some were just important and informed us.
No matter the topic, each one made it crystal clear: Last year was a big and important time for the College of Health Sciences.
Without further ado, let's reveal the list. Cue the drumroll, if you like.
January 6, 2023
Professor Commemorates Anniversary of Daughter’s Death
By Loralyn CecilCHS Director of Philanthropy
Life was good.
December 13, 2022
It’s National Allied Health Professions Week!
It’s National Allied Health Professions Week, or as some call it, National Allied Health Week, where we celebrate all that is wonderful about the Allied Health Professions. There will be lectures and seminars, mental health resources and helpful tips on how to live a healthier life.
During the week, we’ll also be featuring stories about current students on our social media.
November 6, 2022
By Ryan ClarkCHS Communications Director
Nearly 30 vendors came from near and far to appear at the 2022 UK PA Job Fair, but some one pair made a very long trip. Two recruiters came all the way from Coos Bay, Oregon's North Bend Medical Center.
Why would the two women — who had never visited the state of Kentucky before — come all the way to attend a job fair for UK PA?
November 4, 2022