Department of Rehabilitation and Movement Sciences
NBA Star Inspires SHP Students to Find Their Voice Former player Michael Kidd-Gilchrist visited SHP to share how overcoming his stutter led him to advocate for others through his nonprofit, Change & Impact. In a heartfelt classroom session, Michael Kidd-Gilchrist spoke candidly to first-year Rutgers Health students about growth, resilience and finding voice [...]
Alma Merians is 2025 Gonfalonier Honoree Rutgers School of Health Professions is proud to announce that Alma Merians, professor, associate dean, and former longtime chair of the Department of Rehabilitation and Movement Sciences, has been chosen as the gonfalonier honoree for this academic year. Each year, the title of gonfalonier is bestowed upon [...]
Professor Recognized for Outstanding Work Ensuring Equity in Speech-Language Pathology Services A highly regarded researcher, mentor and professor in speech-language pathology, Jose G. Centeno was awarded a Fellowship of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association for his outstanding contributions to the field of communications sciences and disorders.His work focuses on promoting equity and justice in post-stroke [...]
New Program Empowers Individuals with Autism SHP Assistant Professor Aaron Dallman has launched the Nexus Program, aimed at fostering self-sufficiency among individuals with autism. This innovative initiative provides crucial support and resources, enhancing the quality of life and independence for participants. Read more about the transformative impact of the Nexus Program and its [...]
Incoming DPT Student Featured on Today Show Joy Elasmar proudly represented Rutgers on the nationally televised show. Joy just received her bachelor’s degree in exercise science and psychology and enters our Physical Therapy Doctorate program in August. On the show, she demonstrated why she is going to make an outstanding physical therapist. Watch Joy [...]
Noted Researcher and Associate Dean Honored for Groundbreaking Work in Physical Therapy Field A recognized researcher, academician, and pioneer in the use of robotics and virtual reality to enhance motor recovery, Dr. Alma Merians was honored by the American Physical Therapy Association with a Catherine Worthington award.Merians is associate dean for Strategic Initiatives and [...]