Dr. Garrison and Dr. Okolo
Congratulations to Peter Okolo, graduate of the 2023 DPT Program and the UCA Outstanding Doctor of Physical Therapy Student of the Year. Since 2003, that’s 20 years, each class has selected a member who has had the most positive impact on the class to honor with this award. The award was announced during the DPT Class of 2023 Convocation Ceremony held on August 11th at Reynolds Performance Hall. Finalists for the award included MaryClaire Guanzon and Becca Mize who were also recognized during convocation ceremonies.
Peter is also the 2023 recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award. This award is selected based on nominations by faculty and classmates to honor a member of the class for their leadership. Peter also served the DPT Class of 2023 as the Class President and gave his remarks during the DPT Convocation ceremony on August 11th. He is pictured here on August 12th with Dr. Garrison, Chairperson of the Department of Physical Therapy, following the UCA Commencement ceremony held on August 12th.