News from the PT Department
2025
Kim Howard-Colón sponsors PT Scholarship Fund Match
We are grateful to Kim Howard-Colón, DPT '03, for making a challenge gift during the 2025 Pacific Gives campaign. Thanks to her generous $1,000 challenge gift, Kim motivated 20 additional gifts to the Physical Therapy Scholarship Fund.
Kim is a Co-Owner of Rise Physical Therapy & Pilates in Walnut Creek. Scholarships are more important than ever, and our students thank Kim and all our donors foor their past and future support.
Golden Bear Physical Therapy Endowed Scholarship
Two distinguished Pacific alumni, Dr. Bobby Ismail ’94 and Dr. Brandon Nan ’09, established the Golden Bear Endowed Scholarship to recognize and reward two Central Valley students who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to community service.
During the 2025 Pacific Gives campaign, Drs. Ismail and Nan agreed to give $10,000 if we received at least 20 gifts towards the Golden Bear Scholarship. Thanks to all who donated; your gifts helped to unlock this generous gift!
Senior Smiles and Wellness Health Fair
The Senior Smiles and Wellness Health Fair is held annually at the San Francisco campus, bringing together students from various academic programs to serve the community. The event features free health screenings and educational opportunities for local senior citizens. With a heart for serving our communities, Dr. Preeti Oza attended the event with several DPT students from the Class of 2026 who provide fall risk assessments and education. Each year, three to 15 PT students volunteer at Senior Smiles. This event offers a meaningful experience for students and the SF senior community by raising awareness about health screenings, fall prevention, and overall senior wellness.
