Illuminating the Future of Health

See yourself as part of the future of health here at the University of Delaware. From classroom experiences, clinical opportunities, study abroad and more, you’ll learn interdisciplinary approaches that will help you develop the knowledge and skills to be part of the next generation of health-focused leaders in your field.

Recent News in CHS
  • Samantha Stauffer, a postdoctoral researcher in physical therapy, holds a patient's foot and uses a pin to adminster a protective sensation test. The patient's prosthetic leg is prominently pictured.

    Improving outcomes for limb loss patients

    May 12, 2026 | Written by Amy Cherry
    A clinical trial, led by Jaclyn "Megan" Sions, associate professor of physical therapy, and Samantha Stauffer, a PT postdoctoral researcher, examines comorbidity screenings in prosthetic care.
  • From World Cup champion to the classroom

    May 07, 2026 | Written by Amy Cherry
    U.S. Soccer legend Abby Wambach speaks to students in UD's Women in Sports class about her career and mental health.
  • Cannabinoids for dementia care

    May 04, 2026 | Written by Amy Cherry
    UD epidemiologist Daniel Harris is leading a nursing home study on prescription cannabinoid use as a possible treatment for dementia.

UPCOMING EVENTS

EXPLORING CANCER RESEARCH

 

Senior honors medical diagnostics major, Corinne Van Hoven participated in an Empower Fellowship at Temple Health’s Fox Chase Cancer Center this past summer. These competitive fellowships, specifically for UD undergraduates, offer full-time paid summer research opportunities.

 

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Corinne Van Hoven working with pipettes in a lab
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UD HEALTH CLINICS

 

UD Health’s comprehensive health clinics use research and education to take healthcare in a new direction. Major health and prevention services include: primary care, physical therapy, speech therapy, mental health services, care coordination, nutrition counseling, exercise counseling, and health coaching — all on one STAR Campus.

Explore the STAR Campus

The Science, Technology and Advanced Research (STAR) Campus serves as the innovation hub for the College of Health Sciences. With research, personal clinical care, and state-of-the-art technologies, the sites at STAR are the first step toward building a healthier Delaware

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