PT student wins national scholarship
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Alyssa Schock
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MISSOULA – Alyssa Schock of St. Ignatius, a third-year student in the University of Montana’s doctorate of physical therapy program, was recently named the recipient of the American Physical Therapy Association’s 2016 Minority Scholarship Award. Schock received $5,000.
Each year the APTA honors outstanding physical therapy students who demonstrate active participation, potential for superior achievements in the field, academic excellence and appropriate display of professionalism as a future physical therapist. The APTA will recognize Schock and other scholarship winners at a ceremony and reception on Thursday, June 9, in Nashville.
Schock’s research at UM focuses on the increased incidence rate of diabetes among Native Americans, specifically on the Flathead Indian Reservation. She plans to return home after graduation to practice physical therapy in St. Ignatius.
“Receiving this scholarship has been an honor,” Schock said. “Recognition through this scholarship validated my passion for serving my people and the importance of higher education.”
“Alyssa is a true asset to the field of physical therapy and the Native American community. Not only has she worked to improve health care on the Flathead Indian Reservation, but she also serves as a mentor and role model for other Native Americans who are interested in entering the health professions,” said Jennifer Jeffery Bell, associate director of clinical education in UM’s School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science.
Schock is a 1998 graduate of St. Ignatius High School and the daughter of Dr. Jera Stewart of St. Ignatius and Jeff Stewart of Missoula.
