Student Affinity Groups
Physical Therapy and Human Movement Services offers several affinity groups for students to join. All Student Affinity Groups are open to anyone who is interested in joining them.
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Student Affinity Groups
Asian Pacific-Islander Student Association (APSA)
The Asian Pacific-Islander Student Association at NU PTHMS fosters a safe, inclusive space for all to explore the Asian Pacific experience in America, analyzing the intersectionality between identities, modern social justice issues, and our roles as students and clinicians in healthcare. Through education, advocacy, and mentorship we aim to inspire a generation of leaders for health equity that will create meaningful change at the departmental, clinical, state, and national level.
Black Student Association (BSA)
Our mission is to create and sustain an affinity space for students to aid in their academic, professional and social needs. We are dedicated to supporting academic excellence, mentoring and social support to enhance the experience of Black students at NUPTHMS. We provide a community where Black students feel recognized, included, and valued.
Latinx Student Association
The Latinx Student Association builds a network and support system where all students physical therapy students and physical therapists empower each other and explore the Latinx identity within the profession. We showcase physical therapy as a profession through community outreach and education, developing cultural awareness to provide high-quality patient care, and raising awareness of health disparities among the Latinx community.
LGBTQIA+ Student Association
As LGBTQIA+ community members and allies, we aim to create an inclusive, open, positive environment to celebrate the community, explore issues relating to the LGBTQIA+ community, and increase the network of healthcare workers who are LGBTQIA+ community members and allies. Using open forums, guest speakers, and fundraising events to provide education for NUPTHMS and beyond, this student association gives its members the strength and knowledge to continue fighting wrongdoings they may witness in their everyday lives. We provide space for a thriving LGBTQIA+ community in NUPTHMS where all can feel safe, loved, and accepted.
South Asian Student Association
The South Asian Student Association embraces cross-cultural conversation by sharing elements of South Asian culture in new and innovative ways. We incorporate activities and discussions that highlight the unique nuances of South Asian heritage and create an open and welcoming space for all to engage and discover South Asian cultural practices.