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ATSU-ASHS Physician Assistant program provides support, community for students to thrive

A.T. Still University-Arizona School of Health Sciences (ATSU-ASHS) Master of Science in Physician Assistant (PA) Studies program student Masen MacCrone, PA, ’27, offers insights on what it means to be an ATSU student.  A graduate of Arizona State University, where she majored in medical studies, MacCrone discusses everything from the inspiration of former colleagues to […]

Student Headlines
ATSU-KCOM’s Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences program sets students up for success

A.T. Still University-Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (ATSU-KCOM) Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBMS) program student Sydney Rendes is preparing for her future. Rendes hopes to one day become a physician, but also knows the MSBMS program is helping her develop the tools to succeed in a variety of potential career paths. Originally from […]

Student Headlines
Building clinical leaders: ATSU-SOMA prepares students for impactful careers in medicine

Meet Leah Friedman, OMS I, of A.T. Still University’s School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (ATSU-SOMA). Friedman has a degree in biology with minors in chemistry and business administration from the University of San Diego, and is a member of ATSU-SOMA’s class of 2029. Why did you choose ATSU-SOMA? “I chose ATSU-SOMA because it offered […]

Student Headlines
Launching her career with confidence: ATSU’s SLP program helps alumna succeed from day one

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 […]

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ATSU Master of Science in Occupational Therapy student hopes to advocate for, empower patients

A.T. Still University-Arizona School of Health Sciences (ATSU-ASHS) Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program student Anna Sass, MSOT, ’27, is originally from Marietta, Georgia, and has a degree in psychology from Kennesaw State University.  Sass is a member of the Health Without Borders Club and a student ambassador at ATSU-ASHS. Why did you choose […]

AT Still Library News
Board/Exam Prep Resources

The library offers four board/exam prep tools for our students. While all four cover core medical exams like the USMLE and PANCE, they each excel in different areas of your study journey. Here is a rundown of what each resource is best for: StatPearls: Functioning as a massive, peer-reviewed clinical encyclopedia, StatPearls offers a system-based […]

AT Still Library News
Library Service Highlight: Poster Printing

Whether you’re heading to a big conference or just need to show off your latest research, the Library team has you covered. We know that large-format printing can feel a bit daunting, so we’ve made the process as smooth as possible. The Best Part: It’s FREE Poster printing is completely free! If you’re looking for […]

Student Headlines
Mission of service to underserved drew student to ATSU-ASHS Physician Assistant program

Introducing Casey Leigh Como, PA, ’27, a member of the A.T. Still University-Arizona School of Health Sciences (ATSU-ASHS) Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies class of 2027. Originally from Prescott, Arizona, Como brings a unique perspective to her studies, having earned her bachelor of science in public health and emergency health services from George […]

Student Headlines
ATSU Doctor of Occupational Therapy student thriving in supportive campus atmosphere

Hailing from Vancouver, Washington, Ashtyn Lopez, OTD, ’28 is a student in the A.T. Still University-Arizona School of Health Sciences (ATSU-ASHS) Doctor of Occupational Therapy program. After graduating from Washington State University with a bachelor of science in kinesiology, Lopez moved to the Southwest to pursue her dream of becoming a pediatric occupational therapist. Currently […]

University Headlines
ATSU-MOSDOH to increase class size following CODA approval

A.T. Still University’s Missouri School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ATSU-MOSDOH) is set to expand its impact on oral healthcare in the region. Following approval from the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), the School will increase its class size from 63 to 84 students beginning in July 2027. This expansion is a strategic response to […]

Student Headlines
ATSU-SOMA student hopes to one day return to his hometown to increase access to healthcare

For A.T. Still University-School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (ATSU-SOMA) student Zachary Brooks, OMS I, medical school is about more than just textbooks – it’s about giving back to the community where he grew up. A Peoria, Arizona native and University of Arizona alumnus, Brooks shares how ATSU-SOMA’s compassionate environment and rigorous board preparation are […]

Student Headlines
ATSU-ASDOH is like being part of a new family, first-year dental student says

A.T. Still University-Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ATSU-ASDOH) student Ian Alexander Thunhorst, D1, is enjoying his time in dental school. From classroom experiences to getting to know his classmates to the weather, ATSU-ASDOH has delivered upon his expectations. Thunhorst is originally from Cincinnati and graduated from Brigham Young University with a biology degree.   […]

University Headlines
ATSU announces Kneka Smith, EdD, MPH, ’19, as Missouri School of Dentistry & Oral Health dean

A.T. Still University of Health Sciences (ATSU) is pleased to announce alumna Kneka P. Smith, EdD, MPH, ’19, as the next dean of the University’s Missouri School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ATSU-MOSDOH), effective June 22, 2026. Selected following a national search, Dr. Smith returns to ATSU from MaineHealth in Portland, Maine, where she has […]

Student Headlines
ATSU Student Government Association-Missouri provides donations to local school districts

A.T. Still University’s (ATSU) Student Government Association-Missouri campus (SGA-MO), recently donated $1,000 to both the Kirksville and Novinger school districts to address unpaid meal debts, reflecting ATSU’s commitment to making a positive impact in local communities. SGA-MO includes elected student leaders representing ATSU’s Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and Missouri School of Dentistry & Oral Health. “As medical […]