DPT Events
From visiting lecturers to golf outings, Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) events aim to showcase the program for prospective students, educate current students and build relationships with alumni. Check out our upcoming events. We’d love to see you at one soon!
Upcoming Events
DPT Visiting Lecturer: Suzann K. Campbell
Friday, September 18, 2026, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. CST
3265 Medical Sciences Center or Zoom
Community presentation: “Why Does It Take So Long for Research That Can Transform Practice to Move Into the Clinic?”
Speaker: Suzann K. Campbell, PT, PhD, FAPTA
Registration not required. The lecture will be recorded and posted after the event.
DPT Meet the Program
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 9–11 a.m. CST
Registration is required for this hybrid event, which will include an overview of admissions, research, clinical education, the DPT-MPH dual degree, and a Q&A with current students. Facility tours are available for in-person attendees.
Email dptadmissions@med.wisc.edu
Past Events
DPT Visiting Lecturer: Cathy Ciolek
September 26, 2025
Speaker: Cathy Ciolek, PT, DPT, FAPTA, FNAP, President – APTA Geriatrics
DPT Visiting Lecturer: Chad Cook
September 20, 2024
Speaker: Chad Cook, PT, PhD, MBA, FAPTA, FAAOMPT
DPT Visiting Lecturer: Mary Massery
September 22, 2023
Speaker: Mary Massery, PT, DPT, DSc
UW–Madison PT Alumni Coalition Community Visiting Lecture
September 30, 2022
Speaker: Julie Fritz, PT, PhD, FAPTA