PT Faculty
Abbott, Rebecca**
Arms, Alyssa**
Bade, Michael
Barella, Melissa*
Canham, Lara
Christiansen, Cory
Dehne, Rebecca**
DiGiacomo, David
Gann, EJ
Garbin, Alexander
Gisbert, Robyn**
Graber, Jeremy**
Harris-Love, Michael
Harris-Love, Michelle**
Hernandez, Meghan
Hinrichs-Kinney, Lauren
Jones, Molly*
Judd, Dana**
Keefer, Rebecca
Kriekels, Wendy
Lambert, Melanie*
Logan, Jennifer
Magnusson, Dawn
Malone, Daniel**
Manago, Mark**
Marker, Ryan
McDevitt, Amy
Mensah, Nia*
Mitchell, Megan**
Nordon-Craft, Amy
Palmer, Joe**
Pascoe, Mike**
Pascoe, Stephanie**
Pontiff, Mattie**
Rauzi, Michelle**
Sawyer, Eric*
Smith, Andrew
Stevens-Lapsley, Jennifer
Struessel, Tami
Thornton, Wes**
Van Zytveld, Chelsea**
Webster, Lilly**
Wiehe, Sarah*
Zaffarano, Bryce**
*Hybrid Faculty
**Residential & Hybrid Faculty
Greetings & Remarks
Program
Alyssa Arms, PT, DPT, OCS
University of Colorado Physical Therapy Program
Senior Instructor
Venu Akuthota, MD
University of Colorado School of Medicine Chair, Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
John H. Sampson, MD, PhD, MHSc, MBA
Richard D. Krugman Endowed Chair Vice Chancellor for Health Affairs Dean, University of Colorado School of Medicine
Michael Harris-Love, PT, MPT, DSc, FGSA, FAPTA
University of Colorado Physical Therapy Program Program Director, Professor Associate Dean, Physical Therapy Education
Current Student Reflection
Entering a Professional Program
Introductions to the Class of 2028
Oath
Ashlita Lodha, SPT Vice President, Class of 2027
Mike Pascoe, PhD Associate Professor
Alyssa Arms, PT, DPT, OCS
Recited by the Class of 2028
Ali, Maha
Astone, Sophie
Bergschneider, Avery
Bhide, Meera
Brumage, Avery
Calderon, Azariah
Carleton-Sniff, Evan
Carmines, Virginia
Carter, Liam
Chavez, Jenna
Chen, Jean
Crutcher, Sante
Dasmalchi, Sophia
Davis, Natasja
DiChristina, Vito
Doski, Sarah
Douglas, Kira
Eggleston, Katherine
Enssle, Elisabeth
Farley, Collin
Ferney, Isabel
Fischette, Megan
Fletcher, Natalie
Furbush, Haiven
Gastelum Urias, Jair
Class of 2028
George, Melissa
Griffin, Katherine
Hardell, Melanie
Harper, Caley
Harrison, David
Hellstern, Boston
Hemink, Alexander
Hess, Braden
Hildebrand, Kaitlyn
Hoggatt, Meredith
Hutchinson, Emma
Jakab, Josiah
Jones, Ryan
Karaliunas, Jana
Klar, Kathryn
Kobylski, Samantha
LaBreche, Zadyn
Levinson, Malena
Mastay, Cody
Matuszczak, Breah
McLean, Matthew
McLeod, Mary
McManus, Amelia
Monroe, Cassidy
Morozov, Anna
Nowe, Megan
Olson, Aeryn
Phillips, Leila Noelle
Pieper, Michelle
Prudhomme, Rachel
Ramesh, Chetana
Rhodes, Brandon
Rivera, Kaiden
Rottinghaus, Logan
Russell, Kailey
Scangas, Joseph
Scholl, Mia
Schultz, Alexandra
Seebeck, Henry
Sherman, Emma
Simon, Samantha
Stambaugh, Jocelyn
Thomson, Madeline
Trunnell, Sophia
Veatch, Kaiden
Wenger, Lindsay
Wiechman, Ella
Wiederholt, Samuel
Zomer, Elzien
Oath
In the presence of fellow classmates and in the view of the honored profession of physical therapy that you are entering into, you solemnly and willingly pledge the following as an oath of commitment:
I commit myself to the highest ideal of service, learning, and the pursuit of knowledge.
I will strive to achieve excellence in the practice of physical therapy.
I will perform physical therapy in an ethical manner and will expect the same of my colleagues.
I will respect diverse values, beliefs, and cultures.
I will do no harm to another.
I will hold all confidences in trust.
I will strive for improved quality of life for all my patients.
I will strive to approach each patient with compassion, encouragement, respect, and patience.
I will respect the rights, knowledge and skills of other colleagues and healthcare professionals and seek consultation whenever the welfare of the patient may be advanced.
I will strive to be a lifelong learner, seeking to advance my own knowledge as well as that of the profession.
I will approach each day with my future in mind and look to faculty, mentors, and colleagues to guide me towards my professional goals.
With this oath, I freely accept all the obligations and the many rewards which will accompany the practice of physical therapy.
Having spoken these words, I am prepared to embark upon the professional education program that will guide me towards my goal of becoming a Doctor of Physical Therapy.
Mission, Vision & Values
Mission
The University of Colorado Physical Therapy Program leads discovery and innovation to improve movement, participation, health, and wellness for all individuals and society through excellence in education, research, clinical care, and service.
Vision
We transform health and foster wellness in individuals and society through education, discoveries, engagement and innovation.
Values
Our Program values serve to support our mission and vision, shape our culture, anchor our goals and reflect the physical therapy profession’s vision and core values.
Respect
Core Values
For all individual’s safety, rights, dignity, and perspectives
Integrity
Because professional behavior reflects who we are
Altruism
In service to the individual, community and organization
Accountability
To all those seeking care and providing care within our profession and health care systems
Collaboration
To leverage collective input from all individuals
Passion
Commitment to lifelong learning, service, and community engagement
Leadership
Within the university, profession and community at large
Quality
To attain of excellence in all we do
Belonging
Foster access within the profession
