I AM UAA: Kimberly Russell
Kimberly Russell was raised in Anchorage and is a 2008 UAA Justice graduate who currently works at McLaughlin Youth Center as a Social Services Associate II.
School of Preventive and Therapeutic Sciences
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The mission of the School of Preventive and Therapeutic Sciences is to enhance the health and well-being of the people and communities we serve by educating and preparing competent professionals in therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitation sciences.
School of Preventive & Therapeutic Sciences
Welcome to the School of Preventive and Therapeutic Sciences (SPaTS) at UAA, where
innovation meets excellence in education. Our diverse range of programs, led by accomplished
program directors and dedicated faculty, is tailored to equip students with the knowledge
and skills needed to thrive in the dynamic healthcare landscape. From Dental Assisting
and Dental Hygiene to Dietetics and Nutrition, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapist
Assistant, Speech-Language Pathology, and Physical Education & Recreation, our mission
is to cultivate compassionate professionals who are well-prepared to meet industry
demands while making a meaningful impact on the well-being of individuals and communities.
Join us in addressing the vital needs of the healthcare field while embarking on a
journey of personal and professional growth. Your future in health and wellness starts
here!
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Note: Admissions to the Dental Assisting program (major and pre-major) are closed, as the program is in a teach-out status and will be discontinued after July 2025. As such, no new students will be allowed to start the program. If you are interested in the Dental Hygiene program or other healthcare programs, please see a College of Health advisor to discuss your options.
NEWS & Stories
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I AM UAA: Lt. David Campbell
Back in the early 1990s, newspaper headlines were fixated on Rodney King and O.J. Simpson-two of the most renowned court cases of David Campbell's generation. In his early 20s at the time, David remembers how current events and an Introduction to Justice course finally piqued his interest enough to settle on a major.
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I AM UAA: J.R. Dull
J.R. Dull has his dream job-working with kids in the Bristol Bay Region and helping them stay out of trouble, and if they don't, helping them get the services they need to get back on track. J.R. is the supervising juvenile probation officer in Dillingham, Alaska, and is responsible for all the juvenile cases in the 32 villages in the Bristol Bay Region, an area of about 40,000 square miles. Born in Dillingham and raised in the village of New Stuyahok on the Nushagak River, J.R. moved back to Dillingham for high school, then on to Anchorage to pursue a major in justice at UAA.
Student & Community sERVICES
The on-campus dental clinic enables students in the dental assisting and hygiene programs to provide basic care to their fellow students and community members while honing their skills.
Welcome to the UAA Human Performance Lab, your hub for cutting-edge research, personalized assessments, and fitness optimization.
Established by the Dietetics & Nutrition faculty, the Seawolf Food Pantry exists to help the nearly 45% of UAA students who experience food insecurity.
Upcoming Events
Contact Us:
Phone: (907) 786-6933
Email: uaa.therapeutic.sciences@alaska.edu
Location:
UAA School of Preventive and Therapeutic Sciences
Professional Studies Building
2533 Providence Drive, PSB 146
Anchorage, Alaska 99508
Mailing Address:
UAA School of Preventive and Therapeutic Sciences
3211 Providence Drive, PSB 146
Anchorage, Alaska 99508
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