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FROM
OUR GRADUATES…
As a parent and swim teacher, I have always valued and appreciated
the benefits of the aquatic environment for children as a
means for fitness while having fun. On my last affiliation
as a Husson physical therapy student, I was able to work with
some of the children on my case load, combining my
experience as a swimming instructor and my evolving clinical
knowledge, to provide therapy in the aquatic environment.
As a therapist, I have found the use of the aquatic environment
the key to success for some of my patients who otherwise may
have difficulty moving against the effects of gravity. The
child in the photo is obviously having fun, and does not mind
when I make recommendations to her mother to progress her
motor control and activity, and provide suggestions for warm-up
activities which will help her organize herself and process
all of the sensory information she is receiving in this environment.
At the end of this session, the child was also better prepared
to include some relaxation activities.
Marcia Lenz '2000, works for UCP of Bangor.
 One College…
One Amazing Learning
Experience…
One
Dream Come True.
For me, it was like
winning the lottery. Finally, I had the opportunity to prove to myself that
I had what it takes to be a Physical Therapist.
Although relatively
young, Husson College's Physical Therapy program surpassed other
institutions in offering the most advanced curriculum and exposure to the
field's most current techniques and equipment. In my opinion, the program's
ultimate strength was in its internationally recognized faculty members.
The exceptionally knowledgeable and supportive faculty treated us as future
colleagues, not just as students.
I was an international student
at Husson College. I tell you this because I was given the opportunity to
transfer back to my home country to complete my PT education at a college
there. I chose to stay at Husson. I felt that I was receiving an education
unparalleled by other institutions. I believe that if you were to ask my
current employer, he would feel the same.
One dream came true…
One college made it possible…
Husson College.
Tracey Euloth, MPT (2000 Graduate)
UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA.
Facts & Figures- 2000-2003 Alumni
Licensing Exam Pass Rate…100%
Employed as a PT…100% (students who choose
to work as PT)
Employed in Maine: 75% representing 27communities
Employed out of State: 25% representing 24
States
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There is life after PT school!
As you can see by the photo, Garrett Harthorne, class of 2000,
is finding there is life after physical therapy school.
Many students form life-long  friendships
while pursuing their education. Garrett and Caroline are guests
of Jason Lobb (also class of 2000) as they visit in the beautiful
mountains of Utah. Two young men who were once partners in
lab projects are now colleagues in a profession where they
are valued and held in high esteem. Garrett and Caroline were
two students struggling to learn anatomy together. Now they
are husband and wife, sharing a much loved profession.
Jen
(Roberts) Cowing, 2001 graduate writes...
As
a practicing therapist, with responsibilities in patient care
and management, I feel that the physical therapy program at
Husson College did an outstanding job of preparing me to excel
in my profession. Both academically and clinically, the wealth
and diverse expertise offered by the faculty provide students
with a high quality of education. My education, particularly
in the areas of anatomy, manual therapy, research, and cardiopulmonary
therapy rivals that provided by nationally ranked programs.
As a part of the Husson College community for five years,
I was able to acquire and develop leadership and teamwork
skills through my experiences on the student government, as
a member of a social service sorority, and in my work-study
positions on campus. I also benefited from advanced clinical
electives, in-depth anatomy reviews in my final year of professional
education, and a program content in research skills that will
allow me to become a valuable contributor to the body of knowledge
of my profession in the future.
As faculty
at a small program, my professors were always available to
me for assistance as a student, and this availability has
continued. Physical therapy faculty members have continued
to donate their time and share their knowledge in serving
as my mentors, research advisors, and colleagues for collaboration,
as I prepared my graduate reseach project for submission for
presentation at a national conference.
It is
the trips back to Husson for local physical therapy meetings
or to work on a presentation with a former professor that
I look forward to the most. The welcoming smiles and walks
through my old labs make me even more humbly aware that I
am a part of a special place and program at Husson College.
Update:
Since graduation in May 2001, Jen has become Mrs. Chris Cowing
and Mother to a beautiful baby girl, Emma. She has also established
her own PT practice.
WHAT
ARE WE HEARING FROM CLINICIANS?
"We
want you to know that we thoroughly enjoy the relationship
between our facilty and Husson College. We find your students
and graduates to be well trained, professional, and personable.
As I'm sure you are well aware, we recently hired two recent
graduates of Husson. Both have exceptional clinical and people
skills. They are fitting well into our system.
David
A. Nelson, PhD., Director of Rehab & Wellness Services,
Millinocket Regional Hospital.
"Exceptional, best
new grad every encountered in 27 years!"
"I
have worked with graduates from many Physical Therapy schools
nationwide. It is my observation that Husson grads are far
better educated and prepared for their careers than those
from any other school. We make Husson grads our first choice
when hiring Physical Therapists these days." ...Lauren
Hebert, PT,OSC www.smartcarept.com
"I
am very pleased with the caliber of Physical Therapists that
Husson has graduated. They were well prepared and able to
jump into a very busy and active environment and hit the road
running. Both of the Husson PT graduates we have hired have
worked out very well for us." ...Alan Dunn OTR/L Aroostook
Medical Center, Presque Isle, Maine.
"Good grasp of
clinically significant data, observant, develops rapport effectively with
patients and co-workers. Well prepared to function in Outpatient orthopedic
clinic."
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