Category: Stanbridge Life

Stanbridge Alumni Spotlight: From PTA Student to Physical Therapist Assistant

Stanbridge Alumni Spotlight: From PTA Student to Physical Therapist Assistant

Stanbridge University is highlighting Alumni True Stories because we’re proud of all of our hardworking graduates! To celebrate Physical Therapy month in October, we are featuring PTA graduate, Kevin Young.

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Become an OTA: What are the prerequisites for an OTA program?

If you are interested in becoming an OTA and beginning your healthcare education, the next step is learning the prerequisites for an OTA program. Do you want to make a difference in helping and healing others? If so, you might find your calling as an occupational therapy assistant (OTA). In an Occupational Therapy Assistant program, […]

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Stanbridge University Expands Nursing School to Riverside

Stanbridge University is pleased to announce its new Riverside Campus. Pending approval from state boards, the Riverside campus will launch with the Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Vocational Nursing programs. Classes are slated to begin in the Summer of 2021. Riverside is the newest addition and third campus for Stanbridge with two current locations in […]

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Stanbridge Alumni Association – 2021 Executive Board Members

We are pleased to announce the 2021 Stanbridge University Alumni Association Executive Board!   Patricia Hansen, President Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Graduate Patricia Hansen graduated from Stanbridge in 2017. She is now the Director of Rehabilitation at a skilled nursing facility in Northern California. Patricia is passionate about advocating for patients, healthcare professions, and working […]

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Stanbridge University Students Talk Women in Leadership with TEDWomen

Stanbridge University hosted its inaugural TEDWomen 2020 virtual conference in partnership with TED. With the theme of “Fearlessness,” TEDWomen 2020 is a conference about the power of women to be creators and change-makers. The virtual discussion included students, faculty, and staff reactions on featured TEDWomen speakers and their impact on global challenges including COVID-19 vaccine […]

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Little Free Library Grand Opening Celebrates Literacy

Little Free Library Grand Opening Celebrates Literacy

Little Free Library is a global phenomenon. The small, front‐yard book exchanges number more than 75,000 around the world in 85 countries — from Iceland to Tasmania to Pakistan. Now, a new Little Free Library at a local homeless center in Orange County will join the movement to share books, bring people together and create communities […]

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2020 Drive-Thru Commencement Celebration Recap

2020 Drive-Thru Commencement Celebration Recap

This past weekend, we celebrated our graduates with a spirited, first-ever, 2020 drive-thru commencement celebration! The celebration included a world-class drumline, cars full of graduate’s families and friends, a fun photo op, as well as a personalized grad gift box. With 70 Stanbridge University staff and faculty members cheering on over 140 graduates, it was a […]

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Therapy Careers after COVID-19: Is Now the Right Time?

Therapy Careers after COVID-19: Is Now the Right Time?

Despite all of the uncertainty in the world currently, one thing is clear: Therapy careers are in high demand. Today, there is much to learn about SARS-COVID-19 and the healthcare field is preparing for the long-term effects for survivors and the mental health of communities in state-wide quarantine. The demand for therapy professionals (and OT, […]

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4 Ways to Help a Healthcare Worker in Your Life

Healthcare workers are working round the clock to provide for our communities during COVID-19. They work selflessly to keep us all healthy, and then go home to care for their families. So, what can we do to say “Thank you” and help a healthcare worker in your life? Read below for 5 quick ways you […]

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