The spirit of the Old West met the cutting edge of medical education this April as A.T. Still University’s Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (KCOM) hosted the 7th Annual Simulation Challenge. The event, held Saturday, April 11, combined rigorous clinical testing with a “Wild Wild West” theme, bringing a high-energy “Edu-Tainment” atmosphere to the clinical […]
A.T. Still University’s Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (ATSU-KCOM) and School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (SOMA) have again been recognized in the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Medical Schools list for leading the nation in graduates who practice in rural areas, primary care, and who serve underserved communities. For the third consecutive year, […]
Aly Kouyate, OTD, ’28, is a student in the A.T. Still University-Arizona School of Health Sciences (ATSU-ASHS) Doctor of Occupational Therapy program, class of 2028. A graduate of Syracuse University with a bachelor of science in kinesiology, Kouyate chose ATSU-ASHS for its emphasis on leadership opportunities and a collaborative learning environment that mirrors real-world healthcare […]
A.T. Still University-Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (ATSU-KCOM) Dean Margaret Wilson, DO, ’82, was recently honored by the Missouri Society of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians (MSACOFP) with the organization’s Osteopathic Family Physician of the Year Award. Osteopathic Family Physician of the Year is the highest and most coveted award given by MSACOFP. […]
In her first year as a speech-language pathologist, Mackenzie Gulka, SLP, ’25, is already helping patients regain communication skills and return to daily activities that bring meaning to their lives. She credits the hands-on education and mentorship she received in A.T. Still University’s Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) program for preparing her to start her career with […]
A.T. Still University-Arizona School of Health Sciences’ (ATSU-ASHS) physical therapy department hosted its annual Move for Mason event on Wednesday, April 1, where approximately 41 students and four faculty members participated in yoga on the front lawn to support the Mason P. Vig Endowed scholarship program. Mason Vig was a 26-year-old talented athlete and ATSU-ASHS […]
A.T. Still University’s Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ATSU-ASDOH) celebrated the class of 2026 on Friday, May 8, at the Madison Center for the Arts in Phoenix, Arizona. The ceremony included remarks from ATSU-ASDOH Dean Desmond Gallagher, BDS, MA, FACD, as well as ATSU Chancellor Craig M. Phelps, DO, ’84, and O.T. Wendel, […]
A.T. Still University-College for Healthy Communities (ATSU-CHC) Central Coast Physician Assistant (CCPA) program students and faculty joined educators and students from across the region at the California Central Coast First-Gen Thrive Summit at Allan Hancock College on Saturday, April 11. The summit brought together first-generation students seeking guidance on professional pathways, with ATSU-CHC CCPA students […]
A.T. Still University-Arizona School of Health Sciences (ATSU-ASHS) Dean Ann Lee Burch, PT, EdD, MPH, FNAP, presented awards during a virtual ATSU-ASHS faculty assembly meeting on May 11, 2026. Faculty members were nominated and selected by their fellow colleagues for their contributions during the 2025-2026 academic year. See below for award name, award recipient, and […]
Nikki Harris, DAT, LAT, ATC, CSCS, ’17, assistant professor and director of student recruitment, A.T. Still University-Arizona School of Health Sciences’ (ATSU-ASHS) Athletic Training department, has been awarded the 2026 Emerging Educator Award from the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) Executive Council on Education. The Emerging Educator Award honors an individual who is an up-and-coming […]
Third-year osteopathic medical students from A.T. Still University’s Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (ATSU-KCOM) and School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (ATSU-SOMA) attended the 2026 Association of Military Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons (AMOPS) Annual Conference from Apr. 29-May 3 in Boise, Idaho.
Stephanie McGrew, DHSc, MPH, MHA, ’25, assistant director of diversity & inclusion for A.T. Still University of Health Sciences (ATSU), has been selected for two national STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) ambassador roles. Dr. McGrew, who leads ATSU’s Dreamline PathwaysTM program for young students interested in health professions careers, was selected by the National Science […]
Celebrating a Year of Success and Innovation I would like to congratulate our faculty, staff, and students on another successful year. The library staff is especially thrilled for our graduating students—completing your journey is an amazing achievement! Spring Semester Highlights The libraries remained a hub of activity this spring, hosting several key events across our […]
Graduation and Student Success As the semester comes to a close, we’re excited to celebrate our graduates and reflect on the many ways the library has supported student success throughout their academic journeys. First, let us congratulate ATSU-KCOM ‘26 and ATSU-MOSDOH ‘26 on reaching this milestone in your life. The Medical Prototype Club created a […]
A.T. Still University alumni and friends heard directly from the University community on Wednesday, April 15, during Thank-a-Donor Day. Students, faculty, and staff on the Mesa, Arizona, campus took part in this University Advancement-organized event, connecting with donors through handwritten notes and short video messages to share the real impact their support has on student […]