PLU Professor receives special recognition from tennis legend and equality champion Billie Jean King
Professor of Kinesiology and sports psychologist, Dr. Colleen Hacker, received a surprise video greeting from Billie Jean King during a recent episode of the “Welcome to the Party” podcast. Hacker, a six-time Olympic coach and internationally recognized sports psychologist, was a guest on a recent…
Educator of the Year Award goes to Dr. Fiona O’Farrell
Educator of the Year Award Dr. Fiona O’Farrell, receives educator of the year award from WAMFT. In honoring of Dr. O’Farrell, The Washington Association for Marriage and family Therapy: WAMFT released the following heartfelt message to the distinguished recipients of 2024 awards. “Your tireless dedication,…
Therapeutic Leadership: David Ward discusses his approach to leading PLU’s College of Health Professions
David Ward is a practicing therapist who says the origins of his vocation go all the way back to his childhood home. “I grew up in a family where I benefited from strong family ties, and I saw the impact of imperfect but strong relationships,”…
Opening more doors: PLU and PNWU strengthen their partnership to support future occupational and physical therapists
Image: This expanded partnership with PNWU is an exciting opportunity for PLU graduates interested in pursuing a Doctor of Physical Therapy or a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy. (Photo: PLU/John Froschauer) PLU expanded its alliance with Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) by…