New firefighters/EMTs to service Lewis County
College of Health graduate Alex Chamberlin discusses his journey after completing his paramedic degree with the University of Alaska Anchorage.
Human Performance Lab
Human Performance Lab
Welcome to the UAA Human Performance Lab, your hub for cutting-edge research, personalized assessments, and fitness optimization. Nestled in the heart of Anchorage U-Med district, our lab serves students, faculty, staff, and the wider public. We're dedicated to enhancing your understanding of human performance and health through a comprehensive suite of tests and measurements. Whether you're interested in improving your cardiovascular endurance, understanding your body composition, maximizing your anaerobic power, enhancing muscular strength and flexibility, or delving into the intricacies of metabolic efficiency, our state-of-the-art equipment and expert team are here to guide you. From VO2 max testing to lactate threshold assessments, we offer a range of services tailored to your unique needs.
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NEWS & Stories
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Alumni Spotlight: Jenny Kwon - Providing positive patient care as a medical assistant
Medical assisting alumna shares her experience of working as a certified medical assistant and why she chose a healthcare career.
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Alumni Spotlight: Kendyl Laughlin - Ready to make an impact in the therapeutic recreation world
Department of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation alumna shares her experience of being the first graduate of the Therapeutic Recreation concentration and recently passing her national CTRS exam.
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Faculty Spotlight: Megan Bennett
Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) term assistant professor Megan Bennett discusses her excitement about teaching courses for the AAS in Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, a new degree option within the SLP program, and being a new faculty member at UAA.
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Slideshow: School of Allied Health Pinning Ceremony
The School of Allied Health celebrates its summer graduates with a memorable pinning ceremony on July 27, 2023, at the Edward & Cathryn Rasmuson Hall of the University of Alaska Anchorage.
Contact Us:
Phone: (907)786-4083
Email: hper@alaska.edu
Location:
Professional Studies Building (PSB)
2533 Providence Dr, Room 162
Anchorage, AK 99508
Parking:
Payment for parking is enforced Monday through Thursday, 7:30 am to 7:30 pm. Parking at UAA is free Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Learn more about parking here.
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