Conference-Con

Building Civic Foundations

Dr. Kevin Egan, Pennoni Honors College’s director of academic programs and Lauren Davis, Pennoni’s assistant director of academic operations, presented "Program in Civic Foundations—Explorations and Examinations of American Civic Space" at the American Association of Colleges and Universities Conference in San Francisco in January.

Talking Candidly

Cara Fantini, Pennoni’s assistant director of Undergraduate Research & Enrichment Programs (UREP), presented about UREP’s Candid Conversations series during Drexel’s Annual Critical Conversations in Urban Education (CCUE) 2023 Social Justice Leadership Summit.

Picked to Present Research

As a physical therapy student attendee and platform presenter at the American Physical Therapy Association’s CSM conference, I had an incredible experience that left me feeling inspired, grateful and excited for the future of our field. The education sessions were phenomenal, covering a wide range of topics that showcased the latest research and best practices in physical therapy. I particularly enjoyed the sessions on acute care and geriatrics, which were relevant to my interests and provided me with new insights and perspectives.

The poster and platform presentations were also impressive, with researchers and clinicians presenting their work on a variety of topics. It was exciting to see the latest research in our field, and I enjoyed sharing my research with Dr. Annalisa Na on clinician perspectives on identifying and assessing pain among community-dwelling older adults living with dementia.

The exhibit halls were also a highlight, with dozens of vendors showcasing the latest technology, equipment and resources for physical therapists. It was inspiring to see how much innovation is happening in our field, and how these advancements can ultimately benefit our patients.

But what truly made the conference special was the people. The energy and enthusiasm of the attendees were contagious, and it was clear that everyone was there because of their passion and dedication to physical therapy. It was inspiring to see so many individuals working together to advance the field and improve patient care.

I am grateful to have had the opportunity to attend this conference and to be a part of such an amazing community. I am especially thankful for my research mentor, Dr. Na, and the Drexel DPT faculty for their guidance and support on my journey. Their mentorship has helped me grow as a student clinician and researcher and has prepared me to make a positive impact in our field.I can't wait to see what advancements and breakthroughs the future holds for our field, and to be a part of it all! —Amy

Kwok,

BS/MS health sciences ’23, DPT ’25