Dean’s Remarks

Perhaps our most cherished asset is the quality of our students. The GPA of students selected for our professional programs routinely ranks among the highest on the university campus. Our students’ commitment to excellence is expressed in many ways: honors programs, undergraduate research initiatives, national service awards, and pass rates on certification/licensure exams that exceed national averages, to name a few. Over 90 percent of our students come from Indiana, and upon completion of their studies they seek careers in a wide variety of settings to promote the health and well being of Indiana residents. It is estimated that six of every ten health care workers come from an allied health discipline. They may be clinical laboratory personnel using sophisticated medical technology to detect abnormalities in blood and tissue, health care administrators collecting information for patient records and insurance reimbursement, or professionals providing specialized patient care.

The school’s faculty members are recognized nationally and internationally for their contributions. They serve on national licensure boards and are leaders of national professional societies, reviewers for federal granting agencies, and invited speakers. Their research is published in the best journals in their disciplines, and they routinely serve as consultants to community agencies, state and national health care facilities, and corporations. But their principal goal is to educate the next generation of practitioners to effectively function in the health care environment of the future.

The services offered by the school facilitate our student-centered approach to learning. Student advising starts immediately when an individual indicates a desire to study in one of our educational programs. Our Office of Academic and Student Affairs sponsors important student organizations in combination with its statewide advising network. The Office of Research and Graduate Studies is the entry point for learning more about our outstanding opportunities in graduate education.

To promote excellence in education, research, and service, the School of Allied Health Sciences maintains strong relationships with a variety of critical constituent groups. Our alumni activities keep our graduates involved. We improve facilities and offer scholarships through generous donations by alumni and friends of the school. The school’s collaboration with other academic units promotes creative opportunities, and our affiliation with over 500 health care facilities gives students unique educational experiences. Moreover, the involvement of associated faculty is essential to fully implement the school’s curriculum. We are proud of these relationships and continue to seek other collaborative opportunities.