Student Organizations

The University of the Incarnate Word School of Physical Therapy recognizes the importance of co-curricular activities in the development of our students. The school strives to provide a wide range of experiences. Student organization involvement opens pathways for students to develop their leadership skills and become people of influence in their university and surrounding communities

Peer Support Groups

Support with Professional School + Life at Home

This support group is peer led by students. Students are trained to help provide strategies to help you balance school and maintain healthy relationships with your partner and/or family.

Facilitators

  • Joav Gomez
  • Victoria Sunday

SOTA

The UIW Student Occupational Therapy Organization (SOTA) is an organization dedicated to fostering leadership, advocacy, collaboration, and professional growth while enhancing the overall student experience. SOTA serves as the student body governance, giving students a formal voice throughout their didactic, collegial experience. The purpose of SOTA is to create meaningful opportunities that promote student engagement, leadership development, and lifelong professional connections that are both interprofessional and intraprofessional.

Leadership Team

President: Meagan Olivarez

Vice President: Kimberly Kimak

Secretary: Mackenzie Costello

Treasurer: Azalea Ramirez

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Student Organization

The University of the Incarnate Word Doctor of Physical Therapy Student Organization is dedicated to promoting leadership, professionalism, collaboration, service, and advocacy among physical therapy students. Guided by the University's Mission and Core Values, the organization supports academic and professional growth while fostering a strong sense of community and a commitment to serving others.

Leadership Team

DPT Class of 2026

President: Dhruv Ramesh

Vice President: Jackie Guerca

Secretary: Paulina Perez

Treasurer: Issac Gonzalez

DPT Class of 2027

President: Brennaya Lloyd

Vice President: Jordan Doherty

Secretary: Steven De La Fuente

Treasurer: Brianna Martinez