During the University of Illinois’ sesquicentennial year, the College of Applied Health Sciences celebrated the pioneers who enabled the College to contribute significantly to the University’s success and reputation.
Month: February 2019
A glorious ride for Hedrick
Dr. Brad Hedrick received the 2016 Harold Scharper Achievement Award
Gaining more than academic knowledge
Students learn about themselves and the world around them during course-related trip to popular tourism destinations.
Leveling the Field, Here and Abroad
The Division of Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES) is making it possible for students with disabilities to fully participate in the Illinois experience, including studying abroad.
Exercise can improve gut health, study shows
Two Studies – one in mice and the other in human subjects – offer the first definitive evidence that exercise alone can change the composition of microbes in the gut
Proud To Be A Philanthropist
Mannie Jackson has been lauded for his sharp business sense and entrepreneurial spirit. Of All his many achievements, however, Mr. Jackson says his most important is being a philanthropist.
Keeping Things In Balance
If it seems that falls are inevitable, there is good news: falls can be prevented if you know your risk level, where your weaknesses lie, and how to improve those weaknesses.
Toy Talk promotes language development
Research shows that the more language-rich interactions children have with their parents, the faster they learn words and the better they understand them. Toys can help facilitate language-rich interactions.