THE CENTER FOR REHABILITATION EDUCATION
The Center for Rehabilitation Education
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TRANSFORMATIONAL INVESTMENTS
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Our success as a world-class University has come from making bold decisions at remarkable moments of opportunity in the restless pursuit of the Magis. The Center for Rehabilitation Education will provide an advanced facility to match the exceptional reputations already established by our physical programs and will help grow these important academic departments.
— Kevin P. Quinn, S.J. President, The University of Scranton
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therapy, occupational therapy and exercise science
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TRANSFORMATIONAL INVESTMENTS Assemble the smartest and most dedicated people, provide the resources and facilities they need, maintain an extraordinary commitment to what St. Ignatius Loyola called cura personalis, and they will set the world on fire.
social justice and the liberal treatment of subject matters — are embedded in the PCPS curriculum as well as in rigorous scholarship and service. The Center for Rehabilitation Education will house the undergraduate and graduate departments of Exercise Science, Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy. The center will amplify the student experience and bring together people in new and exciting ways in which they can learn, create and innovate. THE CENTER FOR REHABILITATION EDUCATION
With this seemingly simple formula, The University of Scranton has developed into a 21st century living and learning environment. Over the past few years, and for the foreseeable future, the Panuska College of Professional Studies (PCPS) has experienced unprecedented demand and growth at both the undergraduate and graduate levels from students seeking an education in the fields of allied health and education. The three interrelated themes of Jesuit education — a focus on moral reflection, teaching for
On the corner of Jefferson Avenue and Linden Street, construction is underway on the 116,360-square-foot, eight story Center for Rehabilitation Education. Two stories of the building will be seamlessly integrated with McGurrin Hall to promote interaction with other departments in the Panuska College.
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Our goal is to prepare
Critical Care, Critical Demand
compassionate and holistically
The fields of occupational therapy and physical therapy are among the world’s fastest-growing and in-demand occupations:
liberal arts and science foundation that emphasizes evidence-based practice and research. We strive to develop in students a keen sense of ethical responsibility, with sensitivity to global diversity and social justice issues, as they embrace their vocation. – Debra Pellegrino, Ed.D., Dean of the Panuska College of Professional Studies
– Employment of physical therapists is projected to grow 36 percent from 2012 to 2022. Demand for physical therapy services will come from the aging baby boomers who are staying active later in life. In addition, physical therapists will be needed to treat people with mobility issues stemming from chronic conditions, such as diabetes or obesity. – Bureau of Labor Statistics – Employment of occupational therapists is projected to grow 29 percent from 2012 to 2022. Occupational therapy will continue to be an important part of treatment for people with various illnesses and disabilities, such as Alzheimer’s disease, cerebral palsy, autism, or the loss of a limb. – Bureau of Labor Statistics – U.S. News & World Report listed occupational therapists and physical therapists among the top 10 “Best Jobs of 2012.”
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trained professionals with a solid
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Student and alumni success, faculty and student research and community outreach characterize the rich legacy of allied health education at Scranton. We are poised to build on our long history of educating the highest quality health care professionals and to broaden our impact in society through an unprecedented investment in our allied health programs.
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THE CENTER FOR REHABILITATION EDUCATION BUILDING DESIGN
Levels: 03 - 08 Green Roof
The center will contain interactive rehabilitation laboratories, flexible teaching facilities, classrooms, tele-health and research facilities. In addition, the building will be seamlessly integrated with McGurrin Hall to promote interaction with related departments in Panuska College – Nursing, Education, Counseling & Human Services, Health Administration and Human Resources. The facility will further our Jesuit mission and broaden the impact of the Leahy Community Health and Family Center by expanding services to the local community, including pro-bono physical and occupational therapy provided by faculty and free developmental screenings for children conducted by occupational therapy students.
Gross Human Anatomy Lab
Level: 02
Active Learning Classrooms Rehabilitation Apartment & Streetscape
Typical Upper Department Levels
Level: 01
About The Design Pediatric Therapy & Rehabilitation Suite
_ Designed and constructed in accordance with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards for certification _ Architectural Firm: hemmler + camayd and Bohlin Cywinski Jackson, assisted by Higher Education Research Associates (HERA) _ 116,360-square-feet _ Total project costs: $47.5 million
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Forum
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Center for Rehabilitation Education Highlights Floor by Floor
01 First Level
Entry Courtyard and Reflection Garden: Entrance to the Panuska College of Professional Studies featuring a Reflection Garden to illustrate the connection between the care of the whole person and the Christian spiritual journey
Strength Laboratory: Students will learn advanced methods and techniques associated with the design of strength and conditioning programs to enhance human performance in sport and fitness
01 First Level
Pediatric Therapy and Rehabilitation Suite: An inclusive space where children with special needs can engage and explore their senses. The interactive equipment provides a multisensory experience with visual, auditory, tactile, vestibular and gross motor activities • Gross Motor Rehabilitation: Designed for training OT and PT students in assessing and providing treatment to children as it relates to gross motor skills using the large muscles in the arms, legs, torso and feet
Café: Community space featuring a historic display honoring the impacts of the YWCA building and our commitment to community health for the underserved
02 Second Level
Second Story Forum: Dramatic, modern, flexible educational space with lecture capture technology Rehabilitation Apartment and Streetscape: Replica of daily environments to help patients relearn daily living skills; includes a city street, grocery store, car, garage, bus stop and a home Dean’s Administrative Suite
• Fine Motor Rehabilitation: Designed for training students in assessing and providing treatment to children as it relates to fine motor skills using small muscle movements which occur in body parts such as the fingers, usually in coordination with the eyes • Sensory/Snoezelen Room: Designed to develop people’s senses, usually through special lighting, music and objects to work with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders to older adults with dementia
The welcoming lobby includes a food-service venue and historical display, helping to create a social hub for the entire facility.
The airy, two story, multi-purpose forum serves as a lecture hall
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00 Lower Level
Human Motion Laboratory: Sports biomechanics laboratory for the quantitative study and analysis of athletes and sports activities through mathematical modeling, computer simulation and measurement
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Hand Therapy and Rehabilitation Lab: Designed for treating conditions to optimize the functional use of the hand and arm, and treat fractures of the hand or arm, lacerations and amputations, burns and surgical repairs of tendons and nerves Occupational Performance Laboratory : Interactive lab featuring many of the commercial and everyday tools, home maintenance and craft equipment a patient will encounter when returning to the workplace or home Kinesiology and Physical Rehabilitation Occupational Therapy Lab: Students will learn techniques for range of motion and muscle testing with emphasis on the movement and strength requirements to assist clients to perform daily life activities
04 Fourth Level
Pediatrics Gross Motor Lab #2: Additional gross motor educational space for OT and PT students in assessing and providing treatment to children as it relates to gross motor skills Green Roof Therapy Garden and Event Space: Outdoor laboratory surfaced with different materials, garden beds of varying heights and work areas accessible to users with differing abilities. This green roof will also be used as an event space for small receptions
Rehabilitation and Neurological Physical Therapy Lab: Designed to train students in rehabilitation techniques and intervention strategies for neuromuscular diseases
06 Sixth Level
Therapeutic Modalities and Orthopedic Physical Therapy Lab: Designed to train students in orthopedic therapeutic techniques and various mechanical, physical and electrical modalities
07 Seventh Level
Community Health Education Active Learning Lab: A multi-media laboratory allows students to work in groups, utilize latest technologies, communication strategies, models and theories to develop and evaluate health education programs Physiology and Cardio Laboratory: Students will study the body’s response to a wide range of physical exercise conditions including level of exertion, type of exercise, amount of oxygen available in the air, source of metabolic energy and diet
08 Eighth Level
Human Gross Anatomy Lab: Technologically advanced lab to study human anatomy Body Composition Analysis Laboratory: Lab will utilize state-of-the-art technology to measure body composition, including bone density, body fat mass and lean body mass Kinesiology and CPR Practice Lab: Will be used to teach biomechanics and orthopedics, strength and conditioning, sport psychology, methods of rehabilitation, and sport and exercise. CPR/First Aid/Automated External Defibrillation will also be taught in this classroom
Other highlights throughout the building: The light well outside the Forum brings natural light into the interior of the building.
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TeleHealth Center: Real-time videoconferencing facility for interaction with remote patients and settings to dramatically increase student/patient outreach and interaction
05 Fifth Level
Hospital Patient Room Simulation: For the training of Physical Therapy and Family Nurse Practitioner students in advanced patient-management skills in a realistic setting
- Department Suites (3)
- Seminar Room (1)
- Large Classrooms (3)
- Mediated Group Study Rooms (9)
- Active Learning Classrooms (4)
- Faculty Offices (51)
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03 Third Level
Pediatric and Low Vision Research and Training Suite: Training on equipment that will benefit adults with visual deficits from stroke, traumatic brain injury, macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy and children with visual processing disorders
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THE CENTER FOR REHABILITATION EDUCATION
The University of Scranton
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 941-4144