ATSU-AZ Student Campus News and other TMI

A. T. Still University Merchandise Holiday Sale!

2010-11-19T13:24:00.000-08:00

ACOFP Fundraiser, Limited Time Only
Monday, November 15 – Monday, December 13

Pre-Order Form

A. T. Still University Messenger Bag

1 Bag x $15.00 ($20.00)

A. T. Still University Glassware

1 Glass x $8.00 ($10.00)
2 Glasses x $15.00 (4 Glasses x $35)

While Supplies Last!

Pick Up takes place each Friday from 5:30-6:00 pm in the building lobby.

Order forms available in student services

or

e-mail hayuan@atsu.edu for more information

American Liver Foundation - Liver Life Walk

2010-11-18T08:14:00.001-08:00

Join the American Liver Foundation on Saturday, March 19^th for the dog-friendly, fundraising 2011 Liver Life Walk at Steele Indian School Park.

Grab your walking shoes, your family and friends to form your own team, join an existing team or sign up as an individual walker by registering on-line using the link below. As a participant you will join thousands of American Liver Foundation supporters from coast to coast as we pound the pavement to put an end to liver disease.

Sign up today! The sooner you sign up the sooner you can begin the fundraising and making a difference in the 30 million Americans that are living with liver disease! Click here to register online and learn how you can Join. Raise Funds. End Liver Disease.

If you need more information, please contact 602-953-1800 or Arizona@liverfoundation.org Thanks so much for your support!

The mission of American Liver Foundation (ALF) is to facilitate, advocate and promote education, support and research for the prevention, treatment and cure of liver disease.

Looking for some information on Using Meditation for Stress Reduction?

2010-11-16T15:43:00.001-08:00

http://atsuresourcesaz.blogspot.com/2010/11/looking-for-some-information-on-using.html

Better World Books Book Drive

2010-11-16T13:07:00.001-08:00

The countdown to winter break has begun! We are running a Better World Books book drive, and we need your help!

The Student Osteopathic Medical Association is greening the campus by collecting unwanted books on
campus as a fundraiser and service project to support The National Center for Family Literacy.

Bring the books to the collection bins located across from Straight A Cafe 1st floor and Cougar 3rd floor between now and December 17. It only takes 30 seconds to drop a book in our boxes to create a huge
social and environmental impact.

We appreciate your support!

How To Find 7 More Hours in Your Day

2010-11-16T07:05:00.000-08:00

http://atsuresourcesaz.blogspot.com/2010/11/how-to-find-7-more-hours-in-your-day.html

National Helpline Focuses Strictly on Graduate Students

2010-11-15T12:58:00.000-08:00

Graduate students facing overwhelming stress or despair now have the option of calling 1-877-GRAD-HLP, toll-free, 24 hours a day, any day of the week, to speak anonymously with a counselor specially trained in graduate issues. Working in cooperation with local campus resources, this crisis line offers one more support system for individuals in crisis. The crisis line is contracted to a nationally recognized organization that is separate and distinct from GradResources.org. You will not be contacted by any solicitations or from any university administrator.

Sponsored by Grad Resources, the 1-877-GRAD-HLP crisis hotline is staffed by 50 phone counselors who also operate the nationally accredited Boys Town National Hotline (known for its excellent service in the area of crisis counseling). All counselors have completed training to understand the unique issues faced by graduate students. In addition to listening to and empathizing with a caller's concerns, counselors assess the caller's lethality risk, counsel, and offer various local support services and mental health resources for follow-up.

For full blog post, please visit: http://atsuresourcesaz.blogspot.com/2010/11/national-helpline-focuses-strictly-on.html

Department of Physician Assistant Studies-Prenatal Workshop

2010-11-12T10:45:00.000-08:00

The Department of Physician Assistant Studies will be running a prenatal workshop for the class of 2011 as part of the next rotation assessment day when our clinical students return to campus. We are looking for six (6) more pregnant women (18-36 weeks gestation) who would be willing to come to campus for about 3.5 to 4 hours to serve as patients on Thursday, December 16, 2010. The students will be doing a non-invasive prenatal exam under the supervision of a board certified OB/GYN. The exam will include a measurement of fundal height and auscultation of fetal heart sounds.

If you or anyone you know would be willing to participate please contact me via e-mail at jmhamblin@atsu.edu with their name, e-mail address, and length of gestation at the time of the workshop (December 16th, 2010). As a 'thank you' for their participation, we will either have gift baskets, gift cards, or payment by the hour.

Regards,

Mace Hamblin
--
J. Mace Hamblin, M.P.A
Clinical Coordinator
Department of Physician Assistant Studies
Arizona School of Health Sciences
A.T. Still University
5850 E. Still Circle
Mesa, AZ 85206
480-219-6142-direct
480-219-6144-fax

Donate $5.00, Wear Boots (any style), and Support Veterans on Veteran's Day!

2010-11-11T07:59:00.000-08:00

Only $30 Dollars left to Achieve Donation Goal!

Veteran's Day is TODAY, November 11, 2010.
To participate, donate $5.00 to the Boot Campaign and wear boots of any style to support veterans on Veteran's Day!

The Boot Campaign's Mission is "to generate American awareness about the needs of our military men and women coming home from combat." For more information, www.bootcampaign.com/.

Cash/Checks can be delivered to the Office of Student Affairs (Third Floor).
Please make checks payable to "ETCF" and note "fbo Boot Campaign" on the memo line.
If making cash donation and would like a receipt, please complete(Click HERE, or pick up form in Student Affairs) the cash donation form.

Contributions to the Boot Campaign are processed by East Texas Communities Foundation and distributions are made exclusively to organizations which provide services and support to U.S. Military veterans and active duty service persons and their families. Make checks payable to"ETCF" and note "fbo Boot Campaign" on the memo line.

Or donate online* by going to www.bootcampaign.com and click "Boot Up/Make A Donation"
*Donated Online? Send Dustin Smith (DTSmith@atsu.edu) an email to let us know how many people are participating!

Help us reach our donation goal of 40 units of blood!

2010-11-10T10:55:00.001-08:00

ATSU Blood Drive

November 15th

10am-3pm

@ YMCA gymnasium

I know its finals week for most students - but bring your notes and study while donating blood to save lives!

Set up an appointment online or in the Lobby between 8-1 (thursday or friday)

online: redcrossblood.org

sponsor code: AT STILL

Thank you!

ATSA

Dr. A.T. Still the Person and your Profession

2010-11-09T09:57:00.001-08:00

Wednesday, 11/10 at 12:30 PM in Sag B

Dr. A.T. Still the Person and your Profession

Come learn and ask questions about the Founder of Osteopathic Healthcare - Dr.A.T. Still. Historian and Museum Director Dr. Jason Haxton is on campus from Kirksville to share insights about Dr. A.T. Still and the influences and steps that lead to the first school of osteopathic healthcare. No matter what program you are in there is something to be gained from knowing more about the man, his struggles and the development of a healthcare system that is practiced world wide. There will be an opportunity for questions during and after the program.

Come play kickball!

2010-11-08T07:51:00.001-08:00

Come play kickball! The PA Class of 2012 is putting on a kickball tournament on Saturday December 4th at Freestone Park. The tournament will be double elimination, so you are guaranteed at least two games. Get together teams of 8-10 players, and submit a team name along with individual player names to kdelzompo@atsu.edu before Dec 3rd. The fee is $50 per team, and the proceeds will go towards a donation to Melonhead, and will also help our students attend the national conference. Please drop off payments to Dustin Smith in the Student Services office. The tournament winners will receive a gift card to RA sushi!!! Co-ed teams are welcomed. Don't forget to sign up before December 3rd! Email rdevine@atsu.edu with any questions, thank you!

Donate $5.00, Wear Boots (any style), and Support Veterans on Veteran's Day!

2010-11-03T08:29:00.001-07:00

Veteran's Day is November 11, 2010.
To participate, donate $5.00 to the Boot Campaign and wear boots of any style to support veterans on Veteran's Day!

The Boot Campaign's Mission is "to generate American awareness about the needs of our military men and women coming home from combat." For more information, www.bootcampaign.com/.

Cash/Checks can be delivered to the Office of Student Affairs (Third Floor).
Please make checks payable to "ETCF" and note "fbo Boot Campaign" on the memo line.
If making cash donation and would like a receipt, please complete(Click HERE, or pick up form in Student Affairs) the cash donation form.

Contributions to the Boot Campaign are processed by East Texas Communities Foundation and distributions are made exclusively to organizations which provide services and support to U.S. Military veterans and active duty service persons and their families. Make checks payable to"ETCF" and note "fbo Boot Campaign" on the memo line.

Or donate online* by going to www.bootcampaign.com and click "Boot Up/Make A Donation"
*Donated Online? Send Dustin Smith (DTSmith@atsu.edu) an email to let us know how many people are participating!

ATSU T-SHIRTS AND POLO SHIRTS FOR STUDENTS, FACULTY, AND STAFF!

2010-11-03T08:28:00.000-07:00

The Student Academy of Audiology, ATSU chapter, is holding a t-shirt fundraiser! Come visit us in the front lobby during lunch time or on Founder’s Day this Saturday to check out what we are offering and to place your order!

Available are 100% pre-shrunk cotton short-sleeved tees and long-sleeved tees, or Polo shirts in either poly/cotton blend or moisture-wicking material. Bring your checkbook or cash as payment is due with your order. Submit your order and payment to Dustin Smith in Student Affairs if you miss us at our display.

Orders must be received by November 12^th and delivery will occur on campus in early December. Please email questions to Sara Naylor at snaylor@atsu.edu and we will “hear” from you soon!

Click here for order form!

SOMA Standardized Patient program

2010-11-03T08:13:00.001-07:00

I would like to announce a great opportunity to earn extra cash while contributing to our students' medical education.

SOMA Standardized Patient program is looking for men and women to act as standardized patients to help our student doctors improve their skills.

A standardized patient (SP) is a person, 18 years or older, who portrays a patient. SPs perform role plays or use their own medical history for teaching and testing clinical skills for student doctors and other health related learners. During interactions with a learner, the SP responds to questions by the student and may undergo a non-evasive physical exam.

This is a PAID position and is classified as a temporary part time position with ATSU and there are no healthcare benefits associated. SPs are paid $15.00 an hour with lunch and snacks provided when appropriate. SPs work anywhere from 2 to 8 hours when needed and training is included. No prior experience necessary, no acting skills needed.

We are looking for people who are: excellent listeners; comfortable with their health and dealing with health professionals; reliable and punctual; consistently portray the role or scenario, as trained by staff and; interested in learning. It is not necessary to have a medical background. It is more important that the SP stay focused on the role play and the material that will be provided during training.

If you know somebody who may be interested in becoming a SOMA Standardized Patient, or require more information, please contact me asap. Standardized Patients are used consistently throughout the school year.

Applications are available in Student Services or you can contact me directly. Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you.

Cheers!

--
Lorree A. Ratto, Ph.D., FT
Assistant Professor
Standardized Patient Coordinator
A. T. Still University
School of Medicine Arizona
5850 E. Still Circle
Mesa, AZ 85206
480-219-6135

New Weekend Building Hours

2010-11-02T07:33:00.000-07:00

Due to student requests, the weekend building hours will be extended beginning this weekend.

Saturday the building will be open 8:00 a.m. to midnight and Sunday noon to 1:00 a.m.

Security will be monitoring the number of students on campus for a four week trial period.

HBO movie Screening "A Small Act"

2010-11-02T07:32:00.000-07:00

Everyone is invited to come join us for Movie Night in Saguaro B for a truly inspirational movie - This is a movie you do not want to miss!

In the spirit of a global community, come and find out how a small act can make a world of difference to a child!

What : HBO movie Screening "A Small Act"

When : Tuesday November 2 , 5:15 pm

Where : Saguaro B

How Long: 90 minutes

Who: Sponsored by The ASDOH student chapter of the American Association of Public Health Dentistry

check out the details of this Jennifer Arnold documentary at:

http://www.asmallact.com/film.php

Synopsis:

When Hilde Back (who escaped Nazi Germany as a young girl) sponsored a young, rural Kenyan student, she thought nothing of it. She certainly never expected to hear from him, but years later she does. Now a Harvard graduate and a Human Rights Lawyer for the United Nations, Chris Mburu decides to find the stranger that changed his life. Inspired by her generosity, he starts a scholarship program of his own and names it for his former benefactor.

The top students in Mukubu primary school are in the exact same situation as Chris once was. They are bright, but can’t afford to pay school fees. With the creation of Chris’ fund, these students have new hope. But the program is small; how many will qualify for a scholarship?

Using a strong narrative, the film interweaves seemingly separate lives into a cohesive whole. With clarity and grace, A SMALL ACT, bears witness to the ripple effect a single action can create.

YMCA Sports Questionnaire

2010-11-01T14:21:00.000-07:00

To create specific sports programming for students, the YMCA is asking you,
the students, what sports you would be interested in playing.

Please complete the questionnaire (CLICK HERE) to help determine which sports the YMCA needs to focus on creating more opportunities. Also, this questionnaire will help the YMCA determine what times of day best work for ATSU students.

Have Questions? Please contact

Manny Vega, Sports Director Mesa & East Valley YMCA

Phone Number: 602-212-6317

Email: mvega@vosymca.org

Founder's Day is Nov 6, 2010!

2010-11-01T10:18:00.003-07:00

Save the Date - Founder's Day November 6, 2010

TO RSVP, Click HERE!

Students - To Volunteer at Founder's Day, Click HERE!

ATSU-Arizona Founder's Day 2010

All activities are free and open to all students, employees, alumni and their families.

9am-9:45am - 5K Fun Run/1M Fun Walk Registration

10am - 5K Fun Run/1M Fun Walk (Campus parking lot to the canal)

9:30am-2pm - Kids Activities (supervised)

9:30am-2pm - A.T. Still Exhibit

11am-Noon - Dr. Jason Haxton Presents A.T. Still Live

11am-1pm - Free Picnic Lunch

1pm-2pm - Dodgeball Tournament

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

2010-11-01T08:11:00.001-07:00

ANNOUNCING….

ASDA’s All-Chapter Community Service Event

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

What?

Operation Christmas Child is a community service event where we will be packing empty shoe boxes with small toys, oral & general hygiene products, school supplies, and miscellaneous items to be delivered to underprivileged and homeless children for the holidays.

When & Where?

Monday, November 15 at 5pm in Saguaro A & B

In the meantime….

We are collecting empty shoeboxes and asking for donations such as:

TOYS: small cars, balls, dolls, stuffed animals, kazoos, harmonicas, yo-yos, jump ropes, small Etch A Sketch®, toys that light up/make noise (with extra batteries), Slinky, etc.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES: pens, pencils and sharpener, crayons or markers, stamps and ink pad sets, writing pads or paper, solar calculators, coloring and picture books, etc.

HYGIENE ITEMS: toothbrush, toothpaste, mild bar soap (in a plastic bag), comb, washcloth, floss, etc.

OTHER: mints, gum, T-shirts, socks, ball caps; sunglasses, hair clips, toy jewelry, watches, flashlights (with extra batteries)

Dollar Tree, Big Lots, and 99cent stores are great places where you can find lots of goodies!!

Goal?

80 present boxes

You can donate items in the bins located in the cafeteria, dental clinic, dental simlab, and Ironwood. If you have any questions - please feel free to contact Aisha Amin.

Thank you!
--
Aisha Amin
A.T. Still University | Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health
DMD c/o 2013
ASDA Community Chairman
ASDOH Student Ambassador
Delta Sigma Delta

www.asdohasda.org

ZUMBAPALOOZA FUNDRAISER

2010-10-27T14:04:00.001-07:00

Physical Therapy Research

2010-10-27T08:53:00.000-07:00

Dear Female ATSU Students,

We are conducting a study to determine the appropriate screening for anterior knee pain using a Visual Analog Scale with an Anterior Knee Pain Questionnaire. Anterior knee pain is generally considered to be pain on the front the knee that is not associated with extensive trauma. The results may help us to understand how to screen for patients with anterior knee pain. We are really looking for participants with anterior knee pain to participate in this research. We will ask you for some basic information, including age, height, and weight. Then we will have you fill out the Anterior Knee Pain Questionnaire and the Visual Analog Scale.This survey should only take

approximately ten to fifteen minutes.

If you can help us out, please contact Kayla Earhart (KEarhart@atsu.edu), Catie Rohrich (CRohrich@atsu.edu), or Chelsea Walter (CWalter@atsu.edu). We are able to schedule individuals Tuesdays Thursdays and Fridays after 12:30 by appointment. We are flexible with times and are willing to work with individual schedules.

Thank you for your consideration,

2011 DPT Research Students

Rubio's Fresh Mexican Grill Fundraiser

2010-10-27T08:50:00.000-07:00

ASDOH - Team Holm, MS Walk
Team Fundraiser

When: October 27, 2010
Time: Noon*-Close!
* Rubio's will honor flyer even though it reads "2pm-Close"

That’s right, whether you eat at Rubio’s, take food to go, or pick up a
Rubio’s a-Go-Go catering order*, just present this flyer (CLICK HERE)to the cashier
and Rubio’s will donate 20% of your transaction to this cause.

Earmold Fundraiser Back for Founder’s Day!!

2010-10-26T13:41:00.000-07:00

•Date: November 6, 2010 (Saturday)
•Time: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
•Location: On campus
•Payment is due upon time of order (we accept cash or check)
Questions please contact: Tammie LeBlanc tleblanc@atsu.edu

Click HERE for details/pricing and more information!

Free On Campus Flu Shot. Registration Required

2010-10-26T09:17:00.000-07:00

ATSU understands the importance of your health and is pleased to present you with the opportunity to receive a flu shot. This ATSU sponsored Health Event is scheduled for November 18th from 10:00AM – 2:00PM in the Learning Resource Center. The event is being offered at no charge to you. The Flu Shot is a 3 in1 with Influenza B, H1N1, H3N2.

To participate in the flu clinic, you will need to register for the event online at https://www.provantevents.com/ATSU. The online registration system ensures that your screening fits into your schedule! Please be sure to register NO LATER than November 14th at 9:00AM. CLICK HERE for instructions to follow through the registration. If you need assistance, please contact me (at 480-219-6007 or by email at twatson@atsu.edu) and I will walk you through the process. Remember, you must register to participate!

Thank you,

Office of Student and Alumni Affairs

Add the Campus Blog to your Email News Feed!

2010-10-25T11:57:00.000-07:00

Step 1: Click Settings

Step 2: Web Clips

Step 3: Search http://atsu-az-students.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default in the Search by topic or URL area.

Step 4: Select Add

Halloween Bake Sale

2010-10-25T09:36:00.000-07:00

Kettle Society

Thursday October 28th

10am – 2pm

All items are $1—but will be accepting donations. Happy Halloween!

Lunch & Learn Series focuses on Stress, Learning and Memory

2010-10-25T08:53:00.001-07:00

Feelings stressed out? Want to improve your learning and memory? Reaching information overload?

Then plan to attend the Wednesday Lunch & Learn series starting October 27th at 11 AM and 12 PM.

Clinical Psychologist Tracy Ristich, PsyD will lead the series of groups designed to build up students' ability to manage stress and improve their learning and memory. Dr. Ristich is a member of the of the Arizona Psychological Association where she is both the chair of the Early Career Psychologist Committee and a Consortium Board Member.

Dr. Ristich is associated with the Nicholls Group Clinical Psychologists and specializes in the treatment and evaluation patients with traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and acute and chronic medical illnesses.

The series will be presented at the dates, times and locations listed below:

Dates and Locations:

Oct. 27—Palm Room
Nov. 3—Cactus Wren Room
Nov 10—Palm Room
Nov. 17—Palm Room

Times:

11 AM—Stress Management
12 PM—Improving Learning & Memory

BROWN BAG IT & GET IT IN THE BAG!

Presented by the Office of Student and Alumni Affairs: Student Resources & Counseling Services.
For more information, contact Art Matthews, Assistant Director of Counseling Services: amatthews@atsu.edu or call 480.219.6170.

Founder's Day is Nov 6, 2010!

2010-10-25T08:39:00.000-07:00

Save the Date - Founder's Day November 6, 2010

TO RSVP, Click HERE!

Students - To Volunteer at Founder's Day, Click HERE!

ATSU-Arizona Founder's Day 2010

All activities are free and open to all students, employees, alumni and their families.

9am-9:45am - 5K Fun Run/1M Fun Walk Registration

10am - 5K Fun Run/1M Fun Walk (Campus parking lot to the canal)

9:30am-2pm - Kids Activities (supervised)

9:30am-2pm - A.T. Still Exhibit

11am-Noon - Dr. Jason Haxton Presents A.T. Still Live

11am-1pm - Free Picnic Lunch

1pm-2pm - Dodgeball Tournament

Get Involved Day is Wednesday Oct 27!

2010-10-25T08:31:00.000-07:00

Get Involved Day is Wednesday Oct 27!

Come learn about the exciting opportunities that organizations/committees on campus provide.

Time: 11:30am-1pm
Where: Front Lobby

Groups attending:
Institutional Review Board
Costco
Interprofessional Education Club
American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians Club
Student Osteopathic Medicine Club
Christian Health Fellowship Club
Student Occupational Therapy Association
American College of Osteopathic Emergency Physicians Club
Geriatrics Initiative, Still Standing Falls Prevention Program
ATSU Still Well Committee
ATSA

Craft Sales to benefit the Arizona State Hospital

2010-10-15T14:33:00.001-07:00

OT students will be holding two craft sales to benefit the Arizona State Hospital. We will be selling ceramic pieces, mobiles, hand made cards, crafts, many different holiday items, and even possibly live plants in hand made ceramic pots. All benefits go back to the hospital to benefit the patients who are mental health consumers, and the crafts are all made by patients as part of a vocational rehabilitation program. By making these crafts, patients are learning skills that can help them lead more productive and independent lives once they are reintegrated into the community. Cash only, please. (For more information, please contact Molly McColm (mmccolm@atsu.edu) or Sara Allender (sallender@atsu.edu)

When: Monday, Oct 18th from 11am-1pm, and Thursday, Oct 21st from 8am-2pm
Where: Front Lobby

Important Changes to Univ SGA Intramural Reimbursement

2010-10-12T13:26:00.001-07:00

Hello Students,

In the past SGA has offered reimbursements for those people who are on a sports team to help pay for the cost of being on that team. Due to the limited amount of funding that we have for intramurals last year SGA decided to change how this was done simply because we ran out of funding so quickly and we wanted everyone to be able to benefit from the funding that we have.

Instead of reimbursements this year we will be putting together campus tournament days throughout the year (once every few months) so that everyone has the opportunity to participate. These tournament days will be open to anyone that would like to participate. We encourage you to work with your class to put together a team!

More information on these tournament days will come as SGA gets them up and running!

Good luck with all of your classes!

Sincerely,
SGA

5k Benefit Walk & Activities Raising Awareness for Autism Research

2010-10-12T09:44:00.001-07:00

Volunteer for the PF Changs Roc N Roll Marathon!

2010-10-12T09:20:00.000-07:00

ATSU students, faculty and staff not only run in the PF Chang's annual Roc and Roll Marathon - we participate as volunteers at aid stations, water stations, everywhere! Join the hundreds of ATSU students and employees who provide medical support for the thousands of runners!

Interested in volunteering? Learn more about the volunteer opportunities by attending the Medical Congress meeting on Thursday, November 18th from 6pm-8pm on campus (Saguaros). Former Dean of ASHS, Dr. Randy Danielsen, will be leading the meeting. Dr. Danielsen is the PA Medical Director for the race.

See you there!

ATSU Medicine T-shirts

2010-10-07T09:20:00.000-07:00

Hey A.T. Still Students,

We are now accepting orders for our famous ATSU Medicine T-shirts until November 1st. We are offering Short Sleeve T-shirts as well as Hoodies. Just in time for Christmas, we are now offering Infant, Toddler & Youth sizes! All clothing is 100% cotton American Apparel wear.

Please drop off your completed order form (attached) along with your check made payable toAMSA SOMA to the dropbox in Student Services on the 3rd Floor.

Click HERE for Order Form

Click HERE for Size Chart

Please EMAIL A COPY OF YOUR ORDER FORM to ATSUAMSA@gmail.com once you mail your original order form & check. This is necessary for tracking purposes.

Adult, Youth, and Toddler Short Sleeve T-shirt & Infant Onesie $15

Adult Hoodie $25

Attached below is the Order Form & American Apparel Size Chart/Colors.

If you have any questions, please email ATSUAMSA@gmail.com

DEADLINE for submission is October 31st at Midnight! Please have your checks in the mail no later than October 25th.

Mental Illness Awareness Week is Oct. 3 - 9

2010-10-06T16:43:00.001-07:00

Got the Blues? You're not alone! Oct. 7th is National Depression Screening Day

Ever feel like you are the only one who is sad in a world of happy people? Everyone experiences stress, sadness and anxiety from time to time – it's part of life, but when changes in mood and behavior interfere with one’s ability to work, sleep, eat, and enjoy once pleasurable activities, it could be a sign of depression.

NDSD is the nation’s oldest voluntary, community-based screening program that provides referral information for treatment. More than half a million people each year have been screened for depression since 1991. NDSD raises awareness and screens people for depression and related mood and anxiety disorders.

ATSU students and their partners/spouses can receive on-campus counseling at no charge through Art Matthews, MA LPC, Assistant Director of Counseling Services. Call 480-219-6170 or email amatthews@atsu.edu.

What ROCKS your boat? - Top Music List of ATSU's favorite music

2010-10-06T16:06:00.000-07:00

A few months ago, the Student Physical Therapy Association (SPTA) asked you what music gets you going in the morning, on your commute, during your workout, before a test, in the evening....whenever.

Representatives from every program spoke! They sent us their favorite song(s) and we compiled a Top Music List of ATSU's favorite music.

Check it out now at https://sites.google.com/a/atsu.edu/what-rocks-your-boat-atsu/

Should we do this again? Leave a comment on the page and/or "Like" this on the on Student Services Facebook Page! Click HERE for the Student Services Facebook Page

Enjoy good music together!!

Sincerely,
Student Physical Therapy Association

American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk

2010-10-06T15:33:00.001-07:00

Dear A.T. Still University Students, Faculty, and Staff:

My name is Matthew Dahar and I am a 3^rd year dental student here at Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health at A.T Still University. In our lifetime, everyone will be touched by breast cancer- whether it is through a family member, friend, or co-worker. This disease has touched me personally; in 2001 I lost my mother to breast cancer.

I am excited to share with you the opportunity to join the A.T. Still University team for the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk

When: Saturday, November 6^th, 2010

Where: Tempe Beach Park (address for event is 80 W. Rio Salado Parkway - Tempe, AZ 85281).

Time: The event starts at 8am, but please be there by 7:15am for the festivities.

Cost: $20, which includes a team t-shirt with the A.T. Still University team name on the back.

Deadline: WEDNESDAY, OCT. 13^th by 5pm.

Making Strides is a 3 mile, non-competitive, walk to increase awareness about breast cancer and raise money to help continue the great work of the American Cancer Society!

~How to Register~

Click here to register for our team today! http://makingstrides.acsevents.org/phoenix Go to “sign up” in the top right hand corner, then “Join a Team”. ***Be sure to JOIN our team – A.T. Still University (please be sure to add the 2 periods between A and T when you search for the team name).

Feel free to invite your friends and family to register as well.

Checks or cash is accepted. Checks can be made out to the American Cancer Society and dropped off to Jennifer Anderson on the 2^nd floor of Main Building in ASDOH Administration no later than Wednesday, October 13th by 5pm(or to me if you know who I am). We will also have a table in the lobby during lunch Monday – Wednesday next week. Please put your t-shirt size on the back of your check.

~Donations~

If you are not able to participate in the walk, we encourage you to still make a donation to our team! All of the dollars WE are raising is to help breast cancer patients and their families, continue the education of early detection and the funding of breast cancer research!

Thanks in advance to each of you for your support in joining the team.

Sincerely,

Matthew Dahar
Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health
Class of 2012
Vice President

Student Government Association Executive Board Elections This Week!

2010-10-04T15:24:00.001-07:00

Vote for the ATSU SGA Executive Board at www.atsu.edu/SGA

Click HERE (Direct Link)to Cast your Vote Online!

Online Voting Closes: Thursday October 7.

Sleep Medicine Education

2010-10-04T15:17:00.001-07:00

The Arizona Sleep Society is holding their Inaugural Meeting on October 9, 2010 from 8:15 am to 5:30 pm. An educational conference on sleep disorders risk factors, diagnoses and treatments will be presented, featuring practitioners from the Arizona Sleep Medicine community. The conference will be held at Mayo Clinic Scottsdale Taylor Auditorium. ATSU students should request the discount registration. More information is available at the web site, www.azsleepsociety.org.

Still Well Spiritual Committee Event!

2010-10-04T08:16:00.001-07:00

The Still Well Spiritual Committee invites you to a session with Dr. Elizabeth Ursic, Professor of World Religions at Mesa Community College, will deliver an experiential workshop on spiritual self-care using thoughts and techniques drawn from the world's religions that are suitable for the ever-busy student and employee.

Every culture deals with stress, and the world's spiritual traditions offer wisdom and practices for achieving inner peace and maintaining balance.

This workshop will help you re-connect to your vision and move from surviving to thriving.

The workshop will be on Tuesday, October 5 at 12 PM to 1 PM in Saguaro B.

It will count as one Still Healthy Credit, it will also be videoed and available as a Still Healthy on Blackboard/Web CT.

See you there -

October is National PT Month!

2010-10-01T08:39:00.000-07:00

For more information, please visit the American Physical Therapy Association webpage : http://www.apta.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=NPTM&Template=/TaggedPage/TaggedPageDisplay.cfm&TPLID=155&ContentID=48893

History of National Physical Therapy Month
"What we now celebrate as National Physical Therapy Month began in 1981 as National Physical Therapy Week and was celebrated in June.

In 1992 National Physical Therapy Week became National Physical Therapy Month. The celebration was moved to October so as not to conflict with APTA's annual conference and exposition held each June.

National Physical Therapy Month has grown in popularity over the years and it is now a recognized celebration in the National Health Observances Calendar. National Physical Therapy Month has become synonymous with the month of October for APTA members and their communities."

Retrieved from, http://www.apta.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=NPTM&Template=/CM/HTMLDisplay.cfm&ContentID=49945

Mental Illness Awareness Week is Oct. 3 - 9

2010-09-30T16:29:00.000-07:00

Got the Blues? You're not alone! Oct. 7th is National Depression Screening Day

Ever feel like you are the only one who is sad in a world of happy people? Everyone experiences stress, sadness and anxiety from time to time – it's part of life, but when changes in mood and behavior interfere with one’s ability to work, sleep, eat, and enjoy once pleasurable activities, it could be a sign of depression.

National Depression Screening Day (NDSD) gives people the opportunity to take a free, anonymous questionnaire assessing their risk for mood and anxiety disorders and provides referral information for treatment. Visit http://www.mentalhealthscreening.org/screening/Welcome.aspx to take an online screening today.

NDSD is the nation’s oldest voluntary, community-based screening program that provides referral information for treatment. More than half a million people each year have been screened for depression since 1991. NDSD raises awareness and screens people for depression and related mood and anxiety disorders.

ATSU students and their partners/spouses can receive on-campus counseling at no charge through Art Matthews, MA LPC, Assistant Director of Counseling Services. Call 480-219-6170 or email amatthews@atsu.edu.

Still Well Spiritual Event: Oct. 5th, Noon

2010-09-28T15:37:00.001-07:00

Still Well Spiritual Event: Oct. 5th, Noon

Every culture deals with stress, and the world's spiritual traditions offer wisdom and practices for achieving inner peace and maintaining balance. This workshop will help you re-connect to your vision and move from surviving to thriving.

The workshop will be on Monday, October 5 at 12 PM to 1 PM in Saguaro B.

ATSU-Arizona's Running & Bike Clubs

2010-09-28T09:02:00.000-07:00

ATSU-Arizona's Running & Bike Clubs! These clubs are open to all students and employees and are supported by the Still Well program's Physical Team. The Clubs are all about having fun while running, walking, or riding at your personal pace and sweat level.
For more information, please visit the following site (may require ATSU login): https://sites.google.com/a/atsu.edu/still-well-program/runningclub?AuthEventSource=SSO

Save the Date - Founder's Day November 6, 2010

2010-09-27T16:33:00.001-07:00

ATSU-Arizona Founder's Day 2010

All activities are free and open to all students, employees, alumni and their families.

9am-9:45am - 5K Fun Run/1M Fun Walk Registration

10am - 5K Fun Run/1M Fun Walk (Campus parking lot to the canal)

9:30am-2pm - Kids Activities (supervised)

9:30am-2pm - A.T. Still Exhibit

11am-Noon - Dr. Jason Haxton Presents A.T. Still Live

11am-1pm - Free Picnic Lunch

1pm-2pm - Dodgeball Tournament

Denim Day

2010-09-27T15:26:00.001-07:00

Friday, October 8th

Make a $5 donation and you can wear jeans to school. For those who can't wear jeans, pink ribbons will be available.

The Athletic Training Student Association will be manning a table in the lobby of the main building the week of October 4 where donations can be made. In addition, individuals can donate online at http://www.denimday.com/team_page.aspx?tid=230014 for the ATSU team page.

Donate: PAKISTAN FLOOD RELIEF

2010-09-24T14:15:00.000-07:00

PAKISTAN FLOOD RELIEF

Over the last 2 months one fifth of Pakistan has been flooded. Current estimates reveal that over two thousand people have died and 21 million people are homeless or injured as a result of the flood. According to the United Nations, the number of people suffering exceeds the combined total of individuals affected by the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, the 2005 Kashmir earthquake and the 2010 Haiti earthquake. There is a critical need for aid in Pakistan. If we do not collaborate and act now more people can die from lack of clean water and food, and uprising diseases.

I am the Community Service Chair for American Student Dental Association at A.T. Still University. I would like to request that each class president or vice-president pass around an envelope, which will be provided to you, in class to collect donations from classmates &/or as a class donate from class funds (if check, please make it payable to ASDA). Any monetary amount would be substantial aid to the cause.

How will your donation be used?

Currently the need is relief boxes per family, full of food and water that is ready to be dispatched. Your donations will be used to purchase food and water to place in these boxes. The goal is to submit the boxes to Pakistani Information and Cultural Organization (PICO), a private non-profitable organization. They will get the boxes endorsed by the consulate and then transport it to Pakistan through Pakistani International Airlines in New York. The relief boxes will be allocated through the Pakistan military as they have the most strategic plan in place to distribute relief boxes.

Link to view conditions in Pakistan: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=61iw1bs5dEc

Link to PICO: http://www.pakistaninformation.org/public/index.asp

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me.

Thank you
--
Aisha Amin
A.T. Still University | Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health
DMD c/o 2013
ASDA Community Chairman
ASDOH Student Ambassador
Delta Sigma Delta

September 15-October 15, 2010 is National Hispanic Heritage Month.

2010-09-23T13:57:00.001-07:00

September 15-October 15, 2010 is National Hispanic Heritage Month. The
2010 theme is "Heritage, Diversity, Integrity and Honor: The Renewed
Hope of America". Please take a moment to view the power point
commemorating this month showing on the plasma screen in the first
floor lobby of the main building.

Mesa - Cultural Competency in Education Committee (CCEC)

NACHC Fair Oct 13, 2010

2010-09-23T09:23:00.001-07:00

See You At the Flagpole!

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Prayer Time

7:30 AM

Wednesday, September 22nd

5850 East Still Circle

Flagpole at Main Entrance!!!

Christian Health Fellowship

The Brain Injury Association of Arizona (BIAAZ) is hosting Bowl for Brain Injury

2010-09-15T10:27:00.000-07:00

The Brain Injury Association of Arizona (BIAAZ) is hosting Bowl for Brain Injury (www.bowlforbrain.org) on Saturday September 25, 2010 at 3 lanes in Mesa, Scottsdale and Glendale. The ATSU Athletic Training Program has 5 teams participating at the Mesa location. In support of this event, the Athletic Training Student Association will be having a bake sale to raise funds for our teams. They will also be selling BIAAZ raffle and 50/50 tickets.

Please be sure to stop by the bake sale or go online and make a donation to support our teams!

Bake Sale
Thursday Sept 23 & Friday Sept 24
8:30a-1p
Lobby of 5850 Building

BIAAZ Raffle Ticket Sale
$1 raffle tickets - see list of prizes below LOTS of prizes!!
$5 50/50 tickets (last year's winner walked away with $1000)
tickets will be sold at the bake sale or are available from Tamara McLeod (tmcleod@atsu.edu)
*Note - you do not need to be present to win!!!

Online Donation for ATSU Athletic Training Teams
www.bowlforbrain.org - click on find a team

Balls and Strikes
Team ASIA
Viva Las Vagus Nerve
Striking Together
Team McLeod and Friends

MESA LOCATION RAFFLE PRIZE LIST AS OF 9/1/10$25.00 Cocina Tagliani Gift Certificate donated by Kelly Sample, Owner of Cocina Tagliani
(4) $30.00 Chevron Gas Gift Certificates donated by DeAnn Bodenstab
(2) Brunswick Family Pack (2 hours of bowling for 6 with shoes and soda) $60.00 value each donated by Brunswick (Mesa)
$20.00 Fry’s Gift Card donated by Fry’s Store #668
(5) Golf Books donated by Lizbeth Congiusti
Beaded Ornament ($45.00 Value) donated by Lila Carpenter
Lampwork (Handmade glass) beaded Bracelet ($45.00 value) donated by Ronda Alcorn
Microsoft Comfort Optical Mouse 1000 donated by Lizbeth Congiusti
$40.00 Gift Certificate to Grimaldi’s donated by Grimaldi’s
$25.00 Gift Certificate to Majerle’s donated by The Alcorn’s
(2) Bell #1 Rated Worldwide Bicycle Helmets (Youth 8+) donated by Tamara Valovich McLeod
Book “Just Let Me Lie Down” ($25.00 Value) donated by Tamara Valovich McLeod
Autographed Book “Workbook for Women – 7 Easy Steps to Positive Change” $25.00 Value donated and signed by Jeanne Benesh
Autographed Book “Workbook for Women - Women in The Workplace” $25.00 Value donated and signed by Jeanne Benesh
National Geographic Family Reference Atlas donated by The Alcorn’s
(4) Coupons to Black Bear Diner for a free Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner donated by Black Bear Diner
(4) Certificates to Black Bear Diner for a Complimentary meal donated by Black Bear Diner
(4) Coupons for $5.00 off at Smash Burger donated by Smash Burger
(2) $25.00 Dos Gringos Gift Cards donated by Dos Gringos
$100.00 FoodiesLikeUs Gift Certificate donated by FoodiesLikeUs
$25.00 Uncle Bears Grill & Bar (Mesa/Queen Creek) and T-shirt $15.00 Value T-shirt donated by Uncle Bears
$25.00 Cracker Barrel Gift Certificate donated by Elaine Ruppert
(2) Sweet Tomatoes/Souplantation Certificates for a free meal $10.00 value each donated by Sweet Tomatoes/Souplantation
10 Class Pack to Bikram Yoga Phoenix for new or existing customers $115.00 Value donated by Bikram
(2) VIP Party Packs $20.00 value each from Bahama Buck’s (Each contain 2 certificates for a free 16 oz smoothie and 4 certificates for a 12 oz shaved ice donated by The Packers, Owners of Bahama Buck’s Power Road/Mesa and Ellsworth Road/Queen Creek
$25.00 BJ’s Restaurant donated by BJ’s Restaurant
(4) Armor All Complete Car Care Kits $15.00 Value donated by Jennifer Hendricks
$20.00 Certificate to Mesa Frozen Yogurt donated by The Alcorn’s
Necklace and Earring set $40.00 Value) donated by Terri Buresh
Bowling Ball donated by Ron and Karl Simonis from from Bowler’s Zone Pro Shop
One Free Culinary Class at The Chef’s Loft – donated by The Chef’s Loft
$25.00 Sprouts Gift Certificates – donated by Sprouts
Large Pasta Bowl $50.00 Value – donated by Carol Hasegawa (4) Small Pasta Bowls $70.00 Value – donated by Carol Hasegawa
(4) $10.00 Gift Cards to Al’s Beef in Scottsdale – donated by Al’s Beef
(6) Different Gift Baskets all valued at Appx. $25.00 donated by the Gad, Glory and Avi Perez
$25.00 Sprouts Gift Card donated by Sprouts
$25.00 Gift Certificate (with catalog) for Silpada Jewelry Designs donated by Stephanie MacDonald

ATSU’s Get Involved Day is Wednesday, October 27, 2010

2010-09-14T09:29:00.001-07:00

ATSU’s Get Involved Day is Wednesday, October 27, 2010 from 11:30am-1pm at the Main Building, Lobby.

Explore student organizations, clubs, interest groups, tutoring opportunities, and more!

Student organizations from all of ATSU’s academic programs will be in attendance to guide you in the process of joining a student organization.

Also, attend Get Involved Day to learn more about the exciting tutoring opportunities ATSU offers.

Mobile On Site Mammography - Friday 9/17/2010

2010-09-14T09:22:00.000-07:00

The Mobile On Site Mammography will be back on campus, Friday 9/17/2010. Call and get your Mammography set up today! We have one spot open at 10:00 but they will stay until 5 if we need them to stay.

Statistics from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Aside from non-melanoma skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women. Breast cancer is the number one cause of cancer death in Hispanic women. It is the second most common cause of cancer death in white, black, Asian/Pacific Islander, and American Indian/Alaska Native women.

SGA Nominations! Nominate yourself by Oct 1, 2010

2010-09-13T16:39:00.001-07:00

Click HERE or Uncle Sam
for the Online SGA Nomination Form

Interested in Technology?

2010-09-13T12:57:00.001-07:00

If you have a knack for technology then you might want to consider joining the Committee for IT: This committee is headed by John Heard (jheard@atsu.edu) to help with providing the Information Technology and Services group input from various constituencies regarding the use of technology within the academic programs. The committee will initially be involved with writing a 5-year technology strategic plan for academic technology. So student input would certainly be important. It would also serve as sort of a sounding board so that ITS could find out first hand what problems individuals are having and/or what improvements or new technology they may be interested in. If you are interested or want to find out more, email John Heard (email above).

Thank you,

Kristel Croffoot, SGA President.

PA class of 2012 Cookout

2010-09-10T15:06:00.001-07:00

The Kettel Society (class of 2012) is hosting an on-campus barbecue Thursday the 16th of September from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm on the south patio. We will provide hamburgers, drinks and various side dishes for $6/plate, and we will have games set up to play on the back lawn. We would like to invite everyone to come eat, relax and play games. Proceeds will go towards helping our students get to the national conference, and donations towards The Melonhead Foundation, a local charity. Hope to see EVERYONE there, Thanks!

The 5th Annual Arizona Walk-n-Roll

2010-09-10T15:02:00.001-07:00

Sun 11/21/2010 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Chaparral Park, Scottsdale

Help us develop a treatment and cure for Spinal Muscular Atrophy.

The walk will start and end at the Central Ramada.

Check-in/Registration begins at 10:00 AM
Walk begins at 11:00 AM

Lunch and activities to follow the walk.
A raffle will take place following lunch.

Registration fee includes a custom walk t-shirt!
**Registration fee will increase by $5 after October 29, 2010.**

www.fsma.org/Fundraising/EventsCalendar/index.cfm?ID=5568&blnShowBack=False&idContentType=1154&Event=5568

Spinal Muscular Atrophy is the number one genetic killer of children under the age of two. SMA is an inherited and often fatal disease that destroys the nerves controlling voluntary muscle movement, which affects crawling, walking, head and neck control, and even swallowing. Two new-born children are affected each day in the United States, approximately 1 in 6,000 live births. One in every 40 people carries the gene that causes SMA, which means there are more than seven million carriers in the United States alone. Currently there is no treatment or cure.

Click here to learn more about Families of SMA and our programs.
http://www.fsma.org/AboutFSMA/

If you have any questions or would like additional information please contact Angel Wolff at (602) 885-2494 or e-mail her at azwalk-n-roll@cox.net. Angel is an ATSU Alumnus!!!!

Want to be apart of your University's Student Government Association?

2010-09-10T13:44:00.000-07:00

Click HERE to Nominate Yourself for a Student Government Association Position

Click the following link for Chair and Position descriptions: http://blogs.atsu.edu/azsga/files/2010/09/chairs-responsibilities-_1_.pdf

For more information, CLICK HERE to "Like" the Office of Student Affairs Facebook Page!

Thank you,
Student Government Association

2ND ANNUAL PHX ORAL CANCER WALK/RUN!

2010-09-09T09:48:00.000-07:00

ATSU faculty, staff, and students,

50% of Arizona's oral cancer cases reside in Maricopa County
100 individuals are diagnosed with oral cancer each day in the United States
1 person dies from oral cancer every hour of each day in the United States
Of the 34,000 Americans who will be diagnosed this year, only half will be alive in 5 years

Please help the fight against oral cancer BY PARTICIPATING IN THE 2ND ANNUAL PHX ORAL CANCER WALK/RUN!

There will be: Snacks & water, Free Oral Cancer screenings and awareness info, Free CE course for dental health professionals, Oral Cancer survivors/Guest speakers, Kids play area and lots more!

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2010
Registrations: 8am (You can also register online by going to our website!). Guest Speakers at 8:30am.
5k Walk/Run begins: 9am

Please log onto: www.phxoralcancerwalk.org for register or find more information!!

You can also ask others to sponsor you ($1 here, $5 there, pretty soon you'll have $20!) Use the attached form to ask friends, family or administrators to sponsor you in the walk. If you've gotten $20 or more of sponsorships, your registration fee is paid! If you have less than $20 of sponsorships, you just have to pay the difference of $20 and the amount of sponsorships you've gotten and you're registered to walk! (If you have $10 in sponsorships, turn in the sponsor form and the sponsorships and pay and additional $10 to register to walk.)

http://blogs.atsu.edu/azsga/files/2010/09/Walk-Sponsor-Reg.pdf
Please email phxoralcancerwalk@gmail.com if you have any questions.

Informational flyer is attached. See Link below:
http://blogs.atsu.edu/azsga/files/2010/09/Walk-Flyer.pdf
Thank you.

SOTA Event : Guest Speaker

2010-09-08T14:54:00.000-07:00

The Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA) proudly invites guest speaker, Krista Murphy to speak on September 21st at 12pm in Cholla.

Krista is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist that has been requested to speak about her company (Murphy Pediatrics LLC) and her scope of practice.

Earmold Fundraiser for the Student Academy of Audiology

2010-09-08T10:58:00.000-07:00

Mark your calendars for the Student Academy of Audiology Earmold Fundraiser on Campus during the weeks of Sept 20 and Sept 27. No appointment is needed, but you need to come to the available time slots to have your earmold impressions taken and to select your custom fit hearing protection or listening earmold for you Ipod or bluetooth device. PLEASE bring your bluetooth device if you plan to order a custom fit earmold for it.

See the attached document for the products that are available and pricing.
Click HERE for Attachment

Schedule for Earmold Impressions. Payment is due upon time of order.

***There is a 20 day return policy.

Monday, Sept. 20^th……………Yucca 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thursday, Sept. 23^rd...................Yucca 11:00 am -5:00 pm

Friday, Sept. 24^th........................Sage 12:00 pm -2:00 pm

Monday, Sept. 27^th.....................Yucca 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Friday, Oct. 1^st............................Yucca 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

-Yucca and Sage are located on the first floor.

Questions please contact - Tammie LeBlanc tleblanc@atsu.edu

Run Az's Coolest Marathon, 1/2 or 10K

2010-09-07T10:19:00.000-07:00

Did you know that ATSU-SOMA has a clinical site in Flagstaff? Are you a runner? Well you can check out both the Flag CHC, meet the SOMA students up north and run a marathon, 1/2 or 10K in the cool pines.

http://www.flagstaffnordiccenter.com/marathon/marathon.php

ATSU Christian Health Fellowship Club Inaugural Meeting

2010-09-03T08:44:00.000-07:00

When: Tuesday, September 7, 2010 5:00 PM (The day after Labor day. C'mon. You can't have THAT much going on!)

Where: Palo Verde, First floor, Main Campus Building, 5850 East Still Circle, Mesa, AZ 85206
What #1: FOOD and soft drinks...bring your appetite!!! It's free!
What #2: Special guest, Michael McLaughlin, Christian Medical and Dental Association, Western Region Area Director
What #3: A little bit of sharing, Bible, vision, planning, and fellowship

I really hope each of you can make this event! Expect this time together to last an hour. But if you can't commit that much time, please come as long as you can. Invite a friend. I know you won't regret our time together in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior!

Children ages 7 to 11 Needed for Physical Therapy Research Project

2010-08-30T10:03:00.000-07:00

Physical therapy students in the class of 2011 are currently looking for children between the ages of 7-11 to be involved in fitness assessments for our research project. Interested subjects, both male and female, should be healthy and able to participate in physical activity. Their involvement will consist of measurements of body composition and exercise testing (2 step tests and a treadmill test). After completing the testing session each child will be provided an information sheet to give parents an indication of their childs aerobic fitness.

If you are interested in participating or would like some more information about this opportunity please contact Dr Jim Farris at 480-219-6044 or jfarris@atsu.edu. Or Lucy Twohy at 503-312-5426 or ltwohy@atsu.edu

Founder's Day November 6, 2010!

2010-08-27T09:56:00.000-07:00

2010-08-25T15:48:00.001-07:00

The D-backs welcome A.T. Still University faculty, staff, family and friends to enjoy specially discounted games through the ease of our D-backs Ticket Dugout.

Grab your glove and don’t miss these exciting games!

Seating Options – D-backs Ticket Dugout

Infield Reserve - $8-$12 (reg. $15-$20)

Baseline Reserve - $15-$30 (reg. $25-$35)

Club Reserve - $20-$40 (reg. $35-$45)

All You Can Eat - $28-$35 (reg. $30-$35) **not discounted for premier games

MVP Box - $15-$24 (reg. $29-$34)

Infield Box - $30-$55 (reg. $50-$60)

August & September Line-up:

Monday, August 30^th – D-backs vs Padres @ 6:40pm

Tuesday, August 31^st – D-backs vs Padres @ 6:40pm

Saturday, September 4^th – D-backs vs Astros @ 5:10pm // Giveaway: Montero Bobble Head (first 15,000)

Monday, September 6^th – D-backs vs Giants @ 1:10pm // Happy Labor Day!

Tuesday, September 7^th – D-backs vs Giants @ 6:40pm

Tuesday, September 21^st – D-backs vs Rockies @ 6:40pm

Saturday, September 25^th – D-backs vs Dodgers @ 5:10pm // FANDEMONIUM!

Sunday, September 26^th – D-backs vs Dodgers @ 1:10pm // FANDEMONIUM!

To access the D-backs Ticket Dugout, click on the link below, select your game, enter special offer code, create or enter your ticketmaster account info, select # of seats & location, go to pay:

(Don’t forget to add this link to your favorites!)

CLICK HERE FOR D-BACKS DISCOUNTS special offer code: dbdeals

Seating Options – Special D-backs Savings – Games available: September 3 (6:40pm vs Astros); September 8 (6:40pm vs Giants)

Bleachers - $8 (reg. $15)

Baseline Reserve - $15 (reg. $25)

Baseline Box - $20 (reg. $34)

Club Reserve - $20 (reg. $35)

Infield Box - $30 (reg. $50)

CLICK HERE FOR SPECIAL D-BACKS SAVINGS special offer code: dbdeals

D-BUCKS SUPER SPECIALS – Games available: September 1 (3:40pm vs Padres // Early Afternoon Game **great for team building), September 6 (1:10pm vs Giants), September 22 (6:40pm vs Rockies)

Infield Reserve - $10 – includes $5 in D-bucks* (value up to $25) **this offer for September 1 and September 22

Bleachers - $15 – includes $5 in D-bucks* (value up to $25) **this offer for September 1 and September 22

Baseline Reserve - $20 – includes $5 in D-bucks* (value up to $40) **this offer for September 1 and September 22

Infield Box - $40 – includes $5 in D-bucks* (value up to $65) **this offer for September 1 and September 22

Miller Lite Diamond Club - $15 – includes $5 in D-bucks (value up to $30) **this offer and location only valid for September 6^th, Labor Day**

CLICK HERE FOR D-BUCKS SUPER SPECIALS (D-bucks* specials) special offer code: dbdeals

CLICK HERE FOR SEPTEMBER 6^TH MILLER LITE DIAMOND CLUB SPECIAL special offer code: dbdeals

The Miller Lite Diamond Club is recommended for age 21 and over, seating is not assigned, limited rail seating, lounge furniture, bar open until end of game!

*D-bucks are a value loaded on the game ticket which can be used for concessions or merchandise. The value is only good for the date of the game purchased and can not be carried over.

For any special requests of 12 or more tickets or accessible seating, please contact Johanna Kasdorf at 602-462-4113 orjkasdorf@dbacks.com.

Please contact Johanna for any team building, suite options or family celebrations.

Earn While You Learn!

2010-08-25T11:48:00.001-07:00

If you are qualified for work study, why not think about working in the LRC?

We have shifts available days, evenings, and weekends, and we can tailor your work schedule to your class schedule.

Interested? Just drop by the LRC between 8:30am and 5pm and talk to Bill or Catherine.

CPR Class Sept. 8 - On Campus

2010-08-23T13:24:00.000-07:00

Date: September 8, 2010 (Wednesday)

Time: 5:15pm to 8:15pm

Location: AT Still University, Classroom – Ocotillo

Cost: $37 (cash or check)

Please respond to Lonnie Eckman at leckman@atsu.edu.

This class is for the healthcare professional and includes adult, child, infant, choking and AED. It will meet all of your school and licensing requirements for basic life support courses and is valid for two years.

Click Here for Flyer

YMCA Valley of the Sun - Become a Mentor… Change a Life

2010-08-11T15:31:00.000-07:00

Inside the flyer contains information such as -
WHY WAS BUILDING FUTURES CREATED?
WHAT TYPE OF YOUTH DOES THE PROGRAM SERVE?

Click Here for Flyer

Book and small toy drive

2010-08-10T13:36:00.000-07:00

My name is Scott Josephson, a 4th year dental student, and I am on rotation at Native Health. This is a community health center that sees many young children. We would like to provide these children with a book after their dental or medical appointment. I am doing a book and small toy drive this Friday on campus from 7 am -1 pm. We are looking for gently used children books and small toys, if you or someone you know is able to help us out it would be greatly appreciated. Please drop off all donations in the designated places below.

What: Book and small toy drive

When: Friday August 13, 2010 (7am-1 pm) Where: Boxes will be placed in the lunch room (academic building) and in CCU 4 (clinic)

Mobile On Site Mammography

2010-08-09T09:48:00.001-07:00

The Mobile On Site Mammography will be back on campus, Friday 9/17/2010. Call and get your Mammography set up today!

Please contact M.O.M. at: (480) 967-3767 or 1-800-285-0272 to schedule your convenient appointment. Please have your insurance card available. Make your appointment today. We have limited time slots available please contact them as soon as possible. Spouses can use this service as well.

Statistics from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Aside from non-melanoma skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women. Breast cancer is the number one cause of cancer death in Hispanic women. It is the second most common cause of cancer death in white, black, Asian/Pacific Islander, and American Indian/Alaska Native women.

Purchase ATSU Gear from the ACOFP

2010-07-30T14:35:00.001-07:00

Looking to purchase ATSU apparel and/or merchandise?

Click the link below for more information -
https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dGZmcjVSancyVndaN2VzNWV0NElpT1E6MQ

Scholarship Scams - Be Careful

2010-07-27T13:18:00.000-07:00

From Fimancial Services:
We have heard about a couple of scholarship/grant scams over the past two days. This is a simple reminder to you to be careful and use common sense when considering scholarships and grants.

1) You will never have to pay anyone for a legitimate scholarship or grant.
2) Never give out personal data, such as your SSN, your FAFSA pin, or date of birth, to qualify for an award.
3) If in doubt, decline the offer and call us at 1.866.626.ATSU ext #2529,
4) Remember the old adage, "If it seems too good to be true, it probably is".

There is no Obama Scholarship for Single Moms, that I read about yesterday, nor is there any "Grant Club Gold" Award. As these are difficult times for people economically, some people are taking extreme measures. Just remember to be careful with your identity.

Lockers Going Bye-Bye Aug 13th

2010-07-22T15:51:00.000-07:00

The day-use lockers located on the 2nd floor of the main building are going to be donated to local children's charity. We do not have enough lockers, or space for enough lockers, to accommodate the 600+ on-campus students. The space is being converted to storage for student clubs/organizations and student event supplies.

If you are occupying one of the day-use lockers, please remove the contents and your lock no later then Friday, August 13th by Noon. Any remaining locks will be cut off at Noon on August 13th and the contents will be boxed up and kept in Student Services (3rd floor) for a period of 30 days.

Student Club Officers: Please contact Dustin Smith (dtsmith@atsu.edu) before moving your storage items into this room.

Thank you for helping us convert this area to much needed storage space for your student clubs and organizations.

CPR Class on Campus July 28!

2010-07-19T08:46:00.001-07:00

Dates: July 28, 2010 (Wednesday)
Time: 5:15pm to 8:15pm
Location: AT Still University - Ocotillo
Cost: $37 (cash or check)

Please respond to Lonnie Eckman at leckman@atsu.edu.

This class is for the healthcare professional and includes adult, child, infant, choking and AED. It will meet all of your school and licensing requirements for basic life support courses.

CPR Class Resource!

2010-07-15T14:37:00.000-07:00

CPR Rescuers - Instructor Ray Smith

http://cprrescuers.com/index.html

2 hour renewal class - cost $30

Class schedule is listed at:

http://cprrescuers.com/class_sch_copy.php

Dodgeball Tournament

2010-07-14T13:42:00.001-07:00

Hey Guys and Gals!

Click HERE for more information and registration requirements.

The PA Class of 2011 is putting together another chance to display your athletic prowess and skillz of the Dodgeball sort on Saturday July 24th! The dodging will begin at high noon! The registration form, rules, and flyer with tournament location are attached to this email.

There can be 8-10 people per team and at least 3 have to be female. There will be a 5$ per person team fee. You can attach it to your registration form and drop it into the envelope up on the 3rd floor in student services by Thursday July 22nd :)

The tournament benefits the Melonhead Foundation so come out and throw some balls at your fellow school mates, friends, and maybe some random strangers for a good cause!

****Join us at Crabby Don's afterward to celebrate Victory and for some drown the sorrows of defeat ;) There will be specials until 7:00 pm!!!

http://www.crabbydons.net/

Tournament Location:

http://maps.lds.org/?t=1&m=google&mt=1&mlat=33.36781092452689&mlng=-111.74177169799805&mz=16&unitId=208183&sel=1

Who is going to take home the Gold this year!!!!?????

Cheers,

PA Class 2011

Female Students with Knee Pain Needed

2010-07-08T10:50:00.000-07:00

Students in the DPT program are conducting a study to determine the causal factors of anterior knee pain. Anterior knee pain is generally considered to be pain on the front of the knee that is not associated with extensive trauma.

The results of this study may help us to understand the biomechanical and anthropometric factors associated with anterior knee pain. Knowing the potential causes will help health care professionals better understand the condition and result in a more efficient treatment plan for patients with anterior knee pain.

We are really looking for participants with anterior knee pain to participate in this research. We will ask you for some basic information, including age, height, and weight. Then we will have you fill out the Anterior Knee Pain Questionnaire. Quadriceps angle and tibial torsion will be measured, strength of the lower extremity will be tested, and an anaerobic bicycle test will be conducted.

If you can help us out, please contact Lindsay Marrs (LMarrs@atsu.edu), Josh Elmquist (JElmquist@atsu.edu), or Donnie Phan (TPhan@atsu.edu). We are able to schedule individuals at anytime on Fridays and are pretty flexible during the week. We are willing to work with individual schedules.

Thank you for your consideration,
2011 DPT Research Students

3rd Annual Red Rock Sprint & Triathlon on Saturday Sept. 11, 2010

2010-07-07T11:46:00.001-07:00

Friday, July 1, 2010

3rd Annual Red Rock Sprint & Triathlon on Saturday Sept. 11, 2010

Looking for a physical challenge? Want to help a great cause? Special Olympics Arizona is hosting their 3rd Annual Red Rock Sprint & Unified Triathlon, Saturday, September 11, 2010. There are three great ways you can join the Special Olympics Arizona team and support Special Olympics Arizona athletes through this event:

1. Compete in the Sprint Triathlon, which includes a traditional sprint distance of a 300-yard pool swim, a 20k bike ride, and a 5k run. Participants can register online at http://soazsprinttriathlon2010.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=425444 for a registration fee of $75 and the option of creating a personal fundraising page for the event.

2. Not up for the full Sprint Triathlon? Sign up to participate in the Unified Triathlon on a modified course as a member of a relay team with a Special Olympics Arizona athlete! Choose to compete in a 50-yard swim, a 2.5-mile bike ride, or a half-mile run. Register individually or as a team online at http://soazunifiedtriathlon2010.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=425445 for no fee but with the option to fundraise to benefit Special Olympics Arizona.

3. Not up for either Triathlon event? Consider using your education and skills as a volunteer at the first aid station.

All proceeds will benefit Special Olympics Arizona. All participants have the option of collecting pledges from family and friends to raise additional funds for Special Olympics Arizona athletes.

If this sounds like something you would like to get involved with or if you would like more information, please contact Rachael Feierstein or Kendra Mitchell at rfeierstein@atsu.edu or klmitchell@atsu.edu or visit:
http://www.specialolympicsarizona.org/triathlon.

SPTA Cookbook - $10

2010-07-07T08:35:00.000-07:00

Thank you ATSU! With recipes from students, faculty, and administrative staff combined, the Student Physical Therapy Association developed a cookbook with a cause. ONE HUNDRED PERCENT of the proceeds will support the World Food Programme, COOKING FOR A CAUSE. We greatly appreciate the help of our sponsors, the Student Government Association, Systems Integration Plus, and Farm Bureau Insurance, and our designer Evan Hoffbuhr as well as to those that have purchased this cookbook making our aim to raise money for the World Food Programme possible.

It is not too late to contribute to this effort! SPTA will be in the front lobby on Wednesday this week with YOUR COPY for only $10!!!

ATSU BOWLING NIGHT

2010-07-07T08:32:00.000-07:00

Come join the Student Government Association to celebrate the End as we say Goodbye and Good Luck to students going out on rotations and Welcome to Incoming students!

When: Friday July 16, 2010

Time: 8:30p-11:30p

Where: Where: Brunswick Kyrene Lanes in Chandler

Please CLICK HERE TO RSVP by Tuesday July 13, 2010 by 5:00p

Hope to see you there!

-Your friendly SGA

RESEARCH VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR A SHOULDER STUDY

2010-07-01T13:37:00.001-07:00

Healthy subjects needed for Athletic Training research study! Please contact Sarah Cayton if you are interested.
Athletic Training Program, A.T. Still University

Who: Males & females, Ages 14-65 years
Requirements:
(1) Healthy group must have:
* full pain-free function
* 150 degrees of motion in the test extremity.
(2) Pathologic group must have:
* subacromial impingement, rotator cuff injury, GH instability, or labral tear
* sought medical care within two weeks of testing.
(3) Exclusions:
* Any shoulder injury within 6 months of testing
* History of surgery to the test extremity
* If you do not have enough shoulder motion (150º shoulder motion needed)
* Any neurovascular conditions
* Other injuries such as spine injury, frozen shoulder, AC joint pathology, or fractures

What is involved?
1) Complete 2 questionnaires about your medical history and shoulder
2) Screening for shoulder injury
3) Measure muscle activity
4) Perform 5 shoulder rehabilitation exercises

Where: A.T. Still University’s Interdisciplinary Research Laboratory
When? Schedule a time that is convenient for you!
~1.5 hour commitment (Includes paperwork, set-up, & testing time)

Why? To learn how muscles around the shoulder work together during commonly used rehabilitation exercises. We also want to know if the way the muscles activate affect one’s overall health and/or interferes with their daily life.

You will be paid $20.00 to compensate you for your time and/or travel expenses associated with participation in this research study!

Contact for more information:
Sarah Cayton, ATC – Graduate student in Athletic Training Program, A.T. Still University; Cell (573) 379-0690; E-mail: scayton@atsu.edu

Research Participants Needed!

2010-07-01T09:42:00.000-07:00

Dear Female ATSU Students,

We are conducting a study to determine the appropriate screening for anterior knee pain using a Visual Analog Scale with an Anterior Knee Pain Questionnaire. Anterior knee pain is generally considered to be pain on the front the knee that is not associated with extensive trauma. The results may help us to understand how to screen for patients with anterior knee pain. We are really looking for participants with anterior knee pain to participate in this research. We will ask you for some basic information, including age, height, and weight. Then we will have you fill out the Anterior Knee Pain Questionnaire and the Visual Analog Scale. This survey should only take approximately ten to fifteen minutes.

If you can help us out, please contact Kayla Earhart (KEarhart@atsu.edu), Catie Rohrich (CRohrich@atsu.edu), or Chelsea Walter (CWalter@atsu.edu). We are able to schedule individuals at anytime on Fridays, some mornings or afternoons during the week, and Saturdays by appointment. We are flexible with times and are willing to work with individual schedules. Thank you for your consideration, 2011 DPT Research Students

New Web Site for Arizona Campus Researchers

2010-06-29T14:59:00.001-07:00

Dr. Curt Bay, Chair of the Arizona campus Institutional Review Board (IRB), is announcing changes to the IRB web site. These changes are to provide ATSU Arizona researchers (faculty and students) with re-designed forms, templates and information for human participants research applications. As of July 1, 2010:

1. The IRB Web site located in the ATSU portal at ASHS/IRB will be taken down. Some of the guidelines and informational links in this web site have been moved to the new web site.

2. Faculty and student Investigators will be directed to the new web site located in the ATSU portal at Research and Sponsored Programs/Arizona IRB. New research applications should be filed using the revised forms and templates located on the new web site.

Research applications currently under review by the Arizona IRB can continue to use the prior forms and templates. After July 1, all applications and reports for new and on-going studies should use the new forms and templates.

The Arizona IRB wants this transition to a new web site and forms to proceed smoothly and is available to answer questions at MesaIRB@ATSU.edu. This new web site is a "work in progress". Updated information on guidance, forms, templates and regulations will be highlighted as brought up in the new web site.

Update from National Health Service Corps (NHSC)

2010-06-21T14:28:00.001-07:00

This is an exciting time in history for advocates of primary care. As a part of health care reform, the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) is expanding and reaching out to better serve communities in need around the country.

As you know, the NHSC supports primary care professionals by offering loan repayment awards in return for service in an underserved community. We are currently recruiting 4,000 new Corps members to receive loan repayment awards—more than ever before. This is an incredible opportunity for the interns, residents and other clinicians with whom you work or communicate, who want to make a difference in the lives of Americans who may not otherwise have access to basic health care.

Primary care professionals who have completed their training are eligible to receive up to $145,000 in loan repayment for completing a five-year service commitment, with an initial award of $50,000 for two years of service.

We have recently improved our application process, making it simpler and easier for interested clinicians to apply. We are asking you to spread the word to get more clinicians to visit www.nhsc.hrsa.gov and check out the program’s details and application instructions. New materials have been developed that help to outline the program’s eligibility requirements and the process to apply, which can be found at: http://nhsc.hrsa.gov/loanrepayment/apply.htm. (Look under the “Next Steps” section for the pdf documents.)

Please also forward this email to, or share the new materials with, others who may be interested. Applications for the current cycle are being accepted through July 29, 2010. We value your support, and thank you for your help in recruiting dedicated clinicians to the Corps.

Sincerely,

Rebecca Spitzgo
Associate Administrator, Bureau of Clinician Recruitment Services
Director, National Health Service Corps
HRSA

New AZ SGA and Student Organization Website!

2010-06-18T11:02:00.001-07:00

Check out the new AZ SGA Website! Bookmark this site and check it often!
http://blogs.atsu.edu/azsga/

2010 Lloyd E. Burton Scholarship

2010-06-16T15:18:00.001-07:00

The 2010 Lloyd E. Burton Scholarship open for applicants. This scholarship is awarded annually to a student to encourage interest in the professions that improve public health. This is a great opportunity for students, so please feel free to pass on. More information and the application can be found at http://www.azpha.org/images/awards/2010lbscholarship or www.azpha.org.

A.T. Still University Presents: Communication Solutions

2010-06-15T16:43:00.000-07:00

Learn How to Maximize Your Ability to Communicate!

There’s no reason to struggle to communicate!

Even with a well-fit hearing aid, communication

can still present a problem for many hard of

hearing individuals.

“Communication Solutions” teaches skills that help

to maximize communication and teach you how to

maximize the effectiveness of your hearing aid.

Join us for skills training, communication help, and

fun!

For flyer and class schedule, click HERE!

ATSU Bicycle Riders

2010-06-15T08:39:00.000-07:00

A short note to ATSU students who regularly commute to campus on your bicycles. As future health care providers, you should be proactive in the area of injury prevention and serve as role models for others in the community. Wearing a bicycle helmet is a simple and effective means of reducing your injury risk.

Bicycle helmets have been shown to reduce the risk of head injuries by up to 88% and facial injuries by 65%, according to a Cochrane Database Systematic Review published in 2000. Bike riders who play against the odds do not fare well in accidents. More than 90% of the 714 bicyclists killed in 2008 were not wearing helmets, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

Please click HERE read on!

Work Study Opportunities!

2010-06-15T08:30:00.000-07:00

Work study students who are in need of some hours, we have some data coding and scanning we need done for one of our research projects. Interested students should touch base with Denise Lenik or Kenny Lam.

Thank you,
--
Tamara C. Valovich McLeod, PhD, ATC
Associate Professor, Athletic Training Program
Director, Interdisciplinary Research Laboratory
Director, Secondary School Athletic Training Practice-Based Research Network
Department of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences
Arizona School of Health Sciences
A.T. Still University
5850 E. Still Circle
Mesa, AZ 85206
(PH) 480-219-6035
(FX) 480-219-6100
tmcleod@atsu.edu

And the Winners are:

2010-06-15T08:05:00.001-07:00

Congratulations to Chelsea Walter and Casey Hanyzewski! They were the drawing winners for submitting recipes for the SPTA cookbook. Thank you all for submitting delicious recipes!

The cookbook is coming soon!

Thank you all again for your support!

-SPTA

What ROCKS your boat?

2010-06-14T08:36:00.001-07:00

SPTA wants to know what music gets you going in the morning, on your

commute, during your workout, before a test, in the
evening....whenever.

Represent your program! Send us your favorite song(s) and we'll
compile a Top 50 List of ATSU's favorite music. Send us your
entries by June 18 (no limit on entries submitted). Just follow this
quick link to the student blog to participate:
http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dEJrQnJWVE84NDdzMlRqU1BtbGRfcWc6MQ

Thanks!

Student Physical Therapy Association

OMM research subjects needed

2010-06-11T15:21:00.001-07:00

The following email has been approved by the IRB:

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Are you a healthy adult between the ages of 18-65 who has never experienced osteopathic manipulative treatment?

Are you interested in having your shoulders lightly touched and possibly receive a gentle osteopathic manipulative treatment to your shoulders?

If yes to both questions then I would love your participation as a volunteer for my study, The Effect of Counterstrain Treatment on Contralateral Satellite Tenderpoints

You only need to volunteer for one session (less than an hour) that will take place before June 30,2010. Dates can be flexible.

You will receive a $10 gift card to Straight A as a reimbursement for your time.

All Students, Faculty and Staff are encouraged to participate!

If you are interested, please contact Emily Ochmanek, principle investigator, at eochmanek@atsu.edu

Excused Absence Policy as of July 1, 2010

2010-06-10T15:00:00.001-07:00

Dear ATSU Students:

The University Policy on Excused Absences is being changed as of July 1, 2010. This change does not apply to online students. Please contact your Academic Program Dean if you have any questions.

Excused Absence Policy as of July 1, 2010

EXCUSED ABSENCES

Each student is ultimately responsible for his/her own academic success. Students are encouraged to attend class and all academic programs. Should they miss class or assignments, they are responsible for the consequences and/or arranging any make up. A student may request an excused absence from class/clinical rotations for personal, emergency, compassionate, professional, or health-related reasons. Students should make a request in writing to the academic supervisor of the event from which the student is requesting leave. Whenever possible, requests should be made at least one week prior to the proposed absence. Once approved, faculty and students are expected to make reasonable accommodations regarding make-up work, etc. for each excused absence.

Disputes between a student and academic supervisor concerning an excused absence should be submitted to the next ranking academician.

Excused absences will not be retroactively approved; except in verifiable emergency situations. Such requests for approval should be submitted in writing within 24 hours of the absence.

Absences are generally for a short duration of one or two days. Absences greater than five academic days may require a student to request a leave of absence or a personal withdrawal.

(Approved by President April 2010)

Previous Excused Absence Policy :

Policy

A student may request an excused absence from class/rotations for personal, emergency, compassionate, professional, or health-related reasons. To protect the confidentiality of students, all excused absence requests are initiated in writing through the Student Services offices or academic supervisor for off campus students. Absences are generally for a short duration of a day or two. Absences greater than five academic days may require a student to request a leave of absence or a personal withdrawal.

Process
Students should complete a Request for an Excused Absence form available in the Student Services offices or on the ATSU website. Requests should be submitted at least 14 days in advance except in cases of emergency. Students in off- campus programs should submit written requests to their direct academic supervisor.

Conditions and Requirements

On Campus Students:
Students on campus should complete a Request for an Excused Absence form available online(http://www.atsu.edu/student_services/handbook/index.htm) or in the Student Services offices. Once approved faculty and students are expected to make reasonable accommodations for make-up exams, assignments, etc. for excused absences. The Student Services offices will send each instructor a copy of the excused absence. Since course directors determine arrangements for missed coursework, students should contact the course directors or clinical supervisor within 24 hours upon approval of an excused absence. Disputes or disagreements between a student and faculty member concerning an excused absence should be submitted to the appropriate Dean in writing for resolution. Students may request permission directly from the course director to miss class if an excused absence is denied by the Student Services offices.

Off Campus Students:Students off campus should return a Request for an Excused Absence to their clinical supervisor. Once approved, faculty and students are expected to make reasonable accommodations in regards to make-up work, etc. for each excused absence. The academic supervisor (clinical supervisor, preceptor, course coordinator, instructor, etc.) will notify the designated staff of the official excused absence. Since the clinical supervisor determines arrangements for missed rotations, students should contact their clinical supervisor(s) within 24 hours upon approval of an excused absence has been sent out. Disputes or disagreements between a student and faculty member concerning an excused absence should be submitted to the appropriate Dean in writing for resolution.

No excused absence will be granted after the fact except in emergencies as verified by the Student Services offices.

Medical or Personal Reasons
Excused absences for health reasons must be verified by a physician of the student’s choice by using the Medical Excuse form available in the Student Services offices or online at http://www.atsu.edu/student_services/handbook/index.htm. The Medical Excuse form must be signed by a physician and returned to the Student Services offices or to their academic supervisor before an official excused absence can be given to the class instructor(s). Excused absence requests for health-related reasons not of an acute nature (scheduled procedures, out-of-town appointments with specialists) or personal reasons that are not an emergency must be presented to the Student Services offices or academic supervisor two weeks prior to the date of the absence.

Excused absences for personal or health-related reasons are initiated in the Student Services offices for on campus students. Off-campus students need to talk to their supervisor.

Conferences
The University supports the learning and professional development opportunities national conferences can provide to students; thus ATSU has a policy to allow student participation and attendance on a limited basis.

If an absence from class does not interfere with the academic work of other students or does not result in the student missing a class assignment or rotation which cannot be remediated (as determined by the course director or preceptor), a student in good academic standing (no conditional grades and not on academic probation) may be allowed one excused

absence of not greater than 3 days for a qualifying professional conference per academic year (July 1 - June 30). In addition, if the aforementioned conditions are met, there may be additional days made available for the SGA President and Executive Council, alumni association representatives, students holding a nationally ranked position or students pre-approved to present research, or club officers. The Student Services offices or off campus academic supervisor determines student eligibility and what conferences qualify. Approval of the Vice President for Student and Alumni Services or designee will be required for any other conference absences.

Students given an excused absence to attend conferences are expected to attend scheduled conference events. Students are accountable for their academic performance; thus, they must weigh the advisability of attending such conferences.

Students must obtain an excused absence form and submit it to the Student Services offices (or if in an off-campus experience, the director of the experience) a minimum of 14 days prior to the conference. If the academic status of a student changes prior to departure for the conference and he/she is failing a course, permission will be revoked.

The University Student Handbook can be found on the ATSU website at http://www.atsu.edu/student_services/handbook/index.htm.

Excused Absence policy-page #9

You can download and print an updated PDF version from the website.

National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Webinar Training

2010-06-10T09:59:00.001-07:00

In collaboration with the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) is offering a Web-based presentation about the expanded opportunities for medical residents and students interested in careers that provide much-needed health care to people in underserved communities. The increased funding NHSC has received and will continue to provide unprecedented opportunities to increase the number of clinicians in the Corps.

As a mentor and advisor to students who are about to decide between their future practice options, you can offer your residents and students guidance on debt management for school loan costs while beginning their medical career. Don't miss this opportunity to learn how you can help your students consider their best options by providing them with essential information on opportunities to eliminate or significantly reduce remaining payments on medical school loans as they serve in communities that need their help.

This 1-hour, interactive Webinar on June 17, 2010, at 3:00 p.m. ET, will include the following:

A 30-minute presentation covering the basics and the recent changes to the Corps
Training on how to use the Job Opportunities List on the NHSC Web site
A 25-minute question-and-answer session

Did you know?

There are approximately 4,000 vacancies throughout the United States and its territories for primary care physicians who are eligible for loan repayment (http://nhscjobs.hrsa.gov)
Physicians can receive up to $145,000 in loan repayment for completing a 5-year service commitment. The program starts with an initial 2-year service award of $50,000
Eligible specialties for physicians include Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Psychiatry, and Geriatrics
HRSA is funding 28 States to provide rotational experiences in community health for both medical students and residents (http://nhsc.hrsa.gov/SEARCH)
Residents who have an employment contract signed with an NHSC-approved Site can apply for NHSC loan repayment and receive provisional acceptance into the Corps before they actually begin practicing at the Site

Click here for additional information.

Open work study positions!

2010-06-08T12:18:00.001-07:00

Receive Federal Work Study? Apply for a position at the YMCA!

10-20 federal work study students are needed to assist YMCA members in determining the path to healthier living!

Looking for friendly, outgoing, organized, able to maintain member files, and take necessary measurements/readings.

Includes greeting guests, assisting with health and fitness education, health risk assessment, screenings, and other duties as assigned.

Contact Cindy Kaye, Executive Assistant, Provost Office if interested – ext. 6010 or email ckaye@atsu.edu.

Workstudy positions at the Front Desk!

Several shifts available for coverage at the front desk:

Monday through Friday: 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.

Monday through Friday: 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Saturdays: shifts 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Sundays: shifts noon to 11:00 p.m.

Light phones, greet and direct student and visitors.

Contact Cindy Kaye, Executive Assistant, Provost Office if interested – ext. 6010 or email ckaye@atsu.edu.

Hearing and Balance Assessments!

2010-06-07T12:38:00.001-07:00

Dear All, The Audiology Department will be scheduling hearing assessments and balance assessments on campus during the summer quarter. If you are interested in having your hearing and/or balance function assessed, please contact me via email or by calling 480-219-6021. I am posting some available dates below. When you contact me please indicate dates and times that will work for you.

Monday June 14

Monday June 21

Monday June 28 (Dr. C tentatively to supervise)

Monday July 12

Monday July 19

Monday July 26

Wednesday Yucca Only (2^nd year students only, as needed to schedule subjects/patients)

Wednesday June 16

Wednesday July 14

Wednesday July 21

Arizona Women with Disabilities: A Healthcare workshop

2010-05-28T09:28:00.001-07:00

Date:
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Time:
1:00pm - 8:00pm
Location:
Disability Empowerment Center
Street:
5025 E. Washington St.
City/Town:
Phoenix, AZ

View Map

Description

A one day, free educational conference focusing on whole health and fitness for women dealing with physical disabilities! If you aren't in the Phoenix area attend in Tucson on June 17th! Presenters include a variety of medical professionals and experts. Participation is limited and a light dinner will be provided. Unfortunately due to funding cuts we will not be able to provide free transportation but our pay service is available. Evening classes will be presented for professionals and students. For more information contact Paul Mortensen -http://www.azspinal.org/index.aspx 602-507-4209 (office)

Amputees Across America

2010-05-26T08:33:00.001-07:00

Amputees Across America is beginning their ninth cross-country bicycle ride from the HealthSouth Tustin Rehab Hospital in Tustin, California, on Wednesday, June 2, 2010. Three amputees will be traveling and visiting HealthSouth hospitals on their 69 day ride to arrive in Vero Beach, Florida on Monday, July 26, 2010.

The riders are scheduled to arrive in Mesa at HealthSouth East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital on Monday, June 7^th at 10:00 a.m. HealthSouth is planning a big welcome for them and would like to invite ATSU students and staff to HealthSouth to greet them. The riders will give a few brief speeches about their story and spend time visiting patients and staff during their stay.

The final segment of the route will bring the riders by ATSU on Sunview and turning left on Still Circle to HealthSouth. If you would like to cheer the riders on, they are scheduled to be at the intersection at 9:30 a.m.

If you would like to ride with the group, they are meeting at Highland High School at 9:00 a.m., please call Julie Barth (see attached flyer) to sign up.

ATSA's Pop Tab Challenge Results!

2010-05-25T13:43:00.001-07:00

ATSA's Pop Tab Challenge Results!

In first place: Physical Therapy with 32 pounds

Second place: Athletic Training with 16 pounds

Third place: Occupational Therapy with 14 pounds

Fourth: Dental

Fifth: DO

Tied for sixth: Physician Assistant and Audiology

Date:	Thursday, June 3, 2010
Time:	1:00pm - 8:00pm
Location:	Disability Empowerment Center
Street:	5025 E. Washington St.
City/Town:	Phoenix, AZ
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ATSU-AZ Student Campus News and other TMI

A. T. Still University Merchandise Holiday Sale!

American Liver Foundation - Liver Life Walk

Sign up today! The sooner you sign up the sooner you can begin the fundraising and making a difference in the 30 million Americans that are living with liver disease! Click here to register online and learn how you can Join. Raise Funds. End Liver Disease.

Looking for some information on Using Meditation for Stress Reduction?

Better World Books Book Drive

How To Find 7 More Hours in Your Day

National Helpline Focuses Strictly on Graduate Students

Department of Physician Assistant Studies-Prenatal Workshop

Donate $5.00, Wear Boots (any style), and Support Veterans on Veteran's Day!

Only $30 Dollars left to Achieve Donation Goal!

Help us reach our donation goal of 40 units of blood!

Dr. A.T. Still the Person and your Profession

Come play kickball!

Donate $5.00, Wear Boots (any style), and Support Veterans on Veteran's Day!

ATSU T-SHIRTS AND POLO SHIRTS FOR STUDENTS, FACULTY, AND STAFF!

SOMA Standardized Patient program

New Weekend Building Hours

HBO movie Screening "A Small Act"

YMCA Sports Questionnaire

Founder's Day is Nov 6, 2010!

Save the Date - Founder's Day November 6, 2010

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

ZUMBAPALOOZA FUNDRAISER

Physical Therapy Research

Rubio's Fresh Mexican Grill Fundraiser

Earmold Fundraiser Back for Founder’s Day!!

Free On Campus Flu Shot. Registration Required

Add the Campus Blog to your Email News Feed!

Halloween Bake Sale

Lunch & Learn Series focuses on Stress, Learning and Memory

Feelings stressed out? Want to improve your learning and memory? Reaching information overload?

Founder's Day is Nov 6, 2010!

Save the Date - Founder's Day November 6, 2010

Get Involved Day is Wednesday Oct 27!

Craft Sales to benefit the Arizona State Hospital

Important Changes to Univ SGA Intramural Reimbursement

5k Benefit Walk & Activities Raising Awareness for Autism Research

Volunteer for the PF Changs Roc N Roll Marathon!

ATSU Medicine T-shirts

Mental Illness Awareness Week is Oct. 3 - 9

What ROCKS your boat? - Top Music List of ATSU's favorite music

Check it out now at https://sites.google.com/a/atsu.edu/what-rocks-your-boat-atsu/

American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk

Student Government Association Executive Board Elections This Week!

Sleep Medicine Education

Still Well Spiritual Committee Event!

October is National PT Month!

Mental Illness Awareness Week is Oct. 3 - 9

Still Well Spiritual Event: Oct. 5th, Noon

ATSU-Arizona's Running & Bike Clubs

Save the Date - Founder's Day November 6, 2010

Denim Day

Donate: PAKISTAN FLOOD RELIEF

September 15-October 15, 2010 is National Hispanic Heritage Month.

NACHC Fair Oct 13, 2010

See You At the Flagpole!

The Brain Injury Association of Arizona (BIAAZ) is hosting Bowl for Brain Injury

ATSU’s Get Involved Day is Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Mobile On Site Mammography - Friday 9/17/2010

SGA Nominations! Nominate yourself by Oct 1, 2010

Click HERE or Uncle Sam for the Online SGA Nomination Form

Interested in Technology?

PA class of 2012 Cookout

The 5th Annual Arizona Walk-n-Roll

Want to be apart of your University's Student Government Association?

2ND ANNUAL PHX ORAL CANCER WALK/RUN!

SOTA Event : Guest Speaker

Earmold Fundraiser for the Student Academy of Audiology

Run Az's Coolest Marathon, 1/2 or 10K

ATSU Christian Health Fellowship Club Inaugural Meeting

Children ages 7 to 11 Needed for Physical Therapy Research Project

Founder's Day November 6, 2010!

Earn While You Learn!

CPR Class Sept. 8 - On Campus

YMCA Valley of the Sun - Become a Mentor… Change a Life

Book and small toy drive

Mobile On Site Mammography

Purchase ATSU Gear from the ACOFP

Scholarship Scams - Be Careful

Click HERE or Uncle Sam
for the Online SGA Nomination Form

Conferences
The University supports the learning and professional development opportunities national conferences can provide to students; thus ATSU has a policy to allow student participation and attendance on a limited basis.

Date:
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Time:
1:00pm - 8:00pm
Location:
Disability Empowerment Center
Street:
5025 E. Washington St.
City/Town:
Phoenix, AZ

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