Utica University PT

Hello everyone! This post is going to be all about what to expect during your first year at PT school. I’m halfway through my first year and have definitely seen some big differences from undergrad. One of the biggest (and I’d say most expected) differences is the workload. It’s much more in-depth work and there’s extra pressure there because these are the things that we will have to know for our careers and for the rest of our lives as PT’s. So keeping this in mind, it’s important to remind yourself regularly that you’re working so hard to be the best PT you can be in the future. Although the workload is a lot, everyone is helping you work toward your goals. Your classmates are helping you reach your goals, the professors are there to help, the students in cohorts above you are always helping out, and so much more. In undergrad, it may seem at times that you are always in competition with those around you. You're all trying to get into programs that have very limited seats and you...

  Hi readers! For this post, I wanted to talk a little more about some of the many things that I love about Utica University’s physical therapy program (one post just wasn't enough)! The college is very involved with the Utica community, so there are so many opportunities to get involved in volunteer work! One big event that happens here in Utica is the Boilermaker! It’s a big, annual 15K that takes place here in the city. Some of the PT students go and give the runners massages after they finish the race. It’s so much fun for the whole community! Another amazing thing that I personally love about Utica’s program is the pro bono clinic that we have the opportunity to volunteer at called Utica R.I.S.E. R.I.S.E stands for Rehabilitation and Integrative Services. The clinic provides care to disadvantaged people in the greater Utica area. First year students and second year students go and work together at the clinic. This is a great way to give back to the community and good practice ...