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CPHHS professor joins distinguished group of Oregon scientists

Professor Brad Cardinal was recently recognized by the Oregon Academy of Science with its Outstanding Oregon Scientist Award.

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OSU-Cascades to launch first doctoral degree, doctor of physical therapy

Oregon State University-Cascades in Bend will launch its first doctoral program, a doctor of physical therapy, in fall 2021.

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Work your body, work your brain

Winston Kennedy, a third-year PhD student in the kinesiology program, discusses his research.

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Broad support needed to maximize impact of cars designed for kids with mobility issues

For the first month and a half after receiving a modified toy car designed for children with disabilities, the kids and their families seemed motivated to use driving as a means of exploration and socialization. But in the month and a half after that, most kids’ driving time fell off to almost nothing. Sam Logan, […]

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Physical activity for some is good, physical activity for all is better

Shortly after Winston Kennedy, DPT began practicing physical therapy in Florida, he became discouraged by the lack of physical activity opportunities for his patients with chronic health issues. “It got to the point where the only physical activity many of my patients were getting was through physical therapy,” Winston says. “I wanted to know why […]

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Lofty goals are one thing. Achieving them is better.

Presidential scholar and CPHHS alumnus doubled down with a dual degree in kinesiology and public health.