College of Health and Behavioral Sciences News

Dr. William D. “Bill” Bandy, a professor of physical therapy, was recently awarded the Lucy Blair Service Award from the American Physical Therapy Association. The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) is a national professional organization representing more than 74,000 members. Each year, the association recognizes a small group of individuals nationwide for their contributions to the association.Bandy is the first recipient of this award in Arkansas since the inception of the award in 1969. The goal of the association is to foster advancements in physical therapy practice, research, and education. To be eligible for the award, nominees must be physical therapists whose contributions were of exceptional value to the association. Bandy teaches courses in orthopedics, sports, and research. He has over 40 publications including three textbooks.