WSSU Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

01/05/2026

Apply to the WSSU Novant Health Clinical Neurologic Residency program! Application portal closes in mid-January.

Contact Sara Migliarese, PT, PhD, NCS, MSCS with questions (migliaresesj@wssu.edu, 336-750-8968).

12/18/2025

WSSU DPT Class of 2027 - 2025 Wrapped

12/13/2025

From surviving the intensity of clinical rotations to juggling motherhood and marriage, Acosta learned one undeniable truth: “I can do hard things. Anyone can. You choose your journey, and you make your sacrifices count.”

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Read the full story: https://bit.ly/3XUWjiz

12/12/2025

Great story written about Dr. Gisela Acosta, graduate in the DPT Class of 2025!

https://www.wssu.edu/about/news/articles/2025/12/wssu-celebrates-first-generation-doctor-of-physical-therapy-graduate-who-turned-challenges-into-triumph.htmle

Category: Health, Community, Academics Date: December 11, 2025 WSSU education pays off as first-generation student and new mom earns Doctor of Physical Therapy degree against all odds WSSU News & Information Gisela Acosta juggled being a new mom, wife and a long commute to class When Gisela Acosta....

12/12/2025

12/12/2025

On December 11th, 2025, the WSSU Department of Physical Therapy celebrated the outstanding students (now graduates) of the Class of 2025 at this year’s awards ceremony!

10/31/2025

The DPT Class of 2027 celebrated completing their first Ortho practical yesterday with a Halloween edition of lunchtime karaoke! Several DPT Faculty joined in on the fun, wearing their best Halloween costume attire 🎃👻

10/30/2025

As we approach the end of the month of October, we’d like to raise awareness for Breast Cancer. Breast Cancer does not discriminate. It can impact those of different ages, races, and genders. Screen yourself regularly, consult with your doctor if you suspect anything is different about your body, and most of all - know that you are not alone.