DCHS Promoted Faculty Recognized at Reception

A reception for newly tenured, promoted and emeritus faculty was recently held at Saint Louis University. Faculty receiving promotions in rank in the Doisy College of Health Sciences were recognized during the reception.

Julia Henderson-Kalb, O.T.D., was promoted to associate professor in the Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy
Elaina Osterbur, Ph.D., was promoted to professor in the Department of Clinical Health Sciences
Amanda Reed was promoted to associate professor in the Department of Clinical Health Sciences
Andrea Vaughan was promoted to associate professor in the Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences
Barb Yemm, D.P.T., was promoted to professor in the Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training

From left: Bernard Rousseau, Ph.D., Randy Richter, Ph.D., Barb Yemm, D.P.T., Elaina Osterbur, Ph.D., Crystal Botkin, Ph.D., Chris Sebelski, Ph.D. and Anthony Breitbach, Ph.D.

Michael Lewis, Ph.D., University provost, and Fred Pestello, Ph.D., University president, provided opening remarks and recognized all faculty at the university receiving promotions this year.

Bernard Rousseau, Ph.D., dean of the Edward and Margaret Doisy College of Health Sciences at Saint Louis University, said he was especially proud of the recognition of college faculty and their exceptional contributions to the academic community.

“The Doisy College of Health Sciences congratulates faculty receiving promotions in our college this year," Rousseau said. "These professional milestones represent a significant achievement in the life of the academy. These recognitions provide evidence of the contributions and impact of our faculty in their professions and in their commitment to our teaching, research and service mission."

About SLU’s Edward and Margaret Doisy College of Health Sciences:

The Doisy College of Health Sciences has provided students with the tools and education to become well-prepared health care professionals since 1929. The Doisy College of Health Sciences offers healthcare education at the baccalaureate, master’s, doctoral and professional levels in a variety of health-related fields.

About Saint Louis University:

Saint Louis University is a Catholic, Jesuit institution that values academic excellence, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service. Founded in 1818, the University fosters the intellectual and character development of more than 13,000 students on two campuses in St. Louis and Madrid, Spain. Building on a legacy of more than 200 years, Saint Louis University continues to move forward with an unwavering commitment to a higher purpose, a greater good.