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TCU Occupational Therapy Professor Discusses Role of Lifestyle Medicine in Patient Care

As Texas Christian University prepares to offer the nation’s first full academic pathway to lifestyle medicine board certification within an occupational therapy program, Crystal Smith is helping explain how the approach can equip future occupational therapists to address health beyond traditional clinical care.

TCU OTD Crystal Smith
Occupational Therapy

Meet TCU's New OTD Doctoral Capstone Coordinator

Posted on Jun. 06, 2024, by Liliana Green

TCU is delighted to welcome Crystal M. Smith, OTD., to the Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program.

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TCU Jennifer Watson
Communication Sciences & Disorders

TCU Professor Honored with Distinguished Contribution Award

Posted on Jun. 06, 2024, by Miya Hillesland

Jennifer Watson's 42-year career in communication sciences and disorders recognized for exemplary service.

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TCU Debbie Rhea
Thought Leadership / Kinesiology

Horned Frogs in the News: TCU Expert Advocates for Outdoor Exercise to Boost Health

Posted on Jun. 05, 2024, by Kelly Kjetsaa

In an Associated Press article, Deborah J. Rhea, Ed.D., highlights the benefits of being active, offering practical advice for gradually resuming physical activities and staying motivated.

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TCU Nursing Students Win Award
Nursing

Four Students Honored with Britton-Evetts Scholarship Award in Nursing

Posted on May. 28, 2024, by Liliana Green

Fort Worth's Britton-Evetts Scholarship Award in Nursing awarded to TCU Nursing students Ashley Hernandez, Naisa Niyangaresi, Taylor Schmeets and DJ Truza.

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TCU Women's Basketball Ella Hamlin
Nursing

From Nursing to Netting: Walking On to TCU's Women's Basketball Team

Posted on May. 20, 2024, by Kelly Kjetsaa

Injuries led TCU Nursing first-year student Ella Hamlin to walk on to TCU’s women’s basketball team. This is her story.

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Andy Kreutzer TCU
Research / Kinesiology

TCU Alum Revolutionizes Pediatric Respiratory Health

Posted on May. 20, 2024, by Kelly Kjetsaa

Exploring the boundaries of pediatric health, Ph.D. in Health Sciences grad Andreas Kreutzer redefines research in pediatric respiratory wellness.

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Student Open Forum
Thought Leadership / Social Work

Bridging the Gap Between Students and Faculty Through Meaningful Dialogue

Posted on May. 16, 2024, by Kelly Kjetsaa

TCU Professor in Social Work Tee Tyler’s, Ph.D., approach to student learning, professional readiness and community building extends university wide through its Dialogue Collective.

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Kate Webb TCU
Kinesiology

Grad Spotlight: Becoming a Research Scientist

Posted on May. 10, 2024, by Liliana Green

As commencement approaches, Harris College Ph.D. in Health Sciences student Kate Webb reflects on her time at TCU.

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David Parrett TCU
Nurse Anesthesia

Embracing Resilience and Adaptation On and Off the Diamond

Posted on May. 09, 2024, by Miya Hillesland

From the baseball stadium to the operating room, David Parrett's story is a tale of resilience, change and adaptation. As he prepares himself to graduate as a certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) in 2025, Parrett reflects on the inspiring path full of passion and determination that has brought him to this pivotal moment.

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