Alumni & Friends

This is a pivotal time in the history of the College of Health Sciences. Our loyal community of alumni, friends, parents, students, faculty, staff and patients are vital to the success and continued growth of the College. By investing in our students, expanding our reach and inventing tomorrow, we establish the College as an institution nationally recognized for exceptional education experiences and integrating instruction, research and public engagement.

 

We invite you to join us. Through philanthropy, through volunteerism, through engagement with the College of Health Sciences, you have the opportunity to help us shape the future of healthcare education, research and innovation! Stay updated on the latest opportunities by providing your current contact information via this quick form.

SEE WHAT OUR ALUMNI ARE UP TO

  • Christopher Martens, associate professor of kinesiology and applied physiology, sits across the table from KAAP postdoctoral researcher Kevin Decker as the two have a discussion. Martens is holding papers and a mug is in front of him and bottles of NAD+ supplements are on the table. A large monitor showing brain scans in green and red is in front of them.

    Evidence over hype

    July 21, 2026 | Written by Amy Cherry
    A study, led by Christopher Martens, associate professor of kinesiology and applied physiology, finds limited benefits from boosting NAD+ in older adults with mild cognitive impairment.
  • World-class scholars

    July 13, 2026 | Written by Jamie Washington
    A College of Health Sciences graduate is among nine UD students and alumni who have been named 2026-2027 Fulbright Scholars.
  • Beyond traditional clinicals

    July 10, 2026 | Written by Amy Cherry
    Honors nursing students spent the spring semester abroad in Limerick, Ireland, teaching English to Ukrainian refugees and developing cultural competence.