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

Bucky’s Race for Rehab

Saturday, April 1, 2027, time TBD

5k/3k run, wheel, or walk event; registration required. Proceeds go to UW DPT Pro Bono Clinic, professional development, and educational opportunities. More details to come!

DPT Open House

Saturday, April 1, 2027, time TBD

Drop-in event; no registration required! Learn about our program, talk with faculty and current students, and tour our program facilities.

Email dptadmissions@med.wisc.edu

Past Events

DPT Visiting Lecturer: Suzann K. Campbell

September 18, 2026
Speaker:
Suzann K. Campbell, PT, PhD, FAPTA
Community presentation: “Why Does It Take So Long for Research That Can Transform Practice to Move Into the Clinic?”

Watch Campbell’s lecture

DPT Visiting Lecturer: Cathy Ciolek

September 26, 2025
Speaker: Cathy Ciolek, PT, DPT, FAPTA, FNAP, President – APTA Geriatrics

Watch Ciolek’s lecture

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

Watch Fritz’s lecture