STUDENT ACTIVITIES
1st Panhellenic Conference of Physiotherapy Students
March 10–12, 2023
The students of the Department of Physiotherapy at the University of Thessaly are delighted to announce the 1st Panhellenic Conference of Physiotherapy Students, which will take place on March 10–12, 2023, in Lamia.
The main goal is to create a high-level scientific conference that will showcase research conducted at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels in the Health Sciences in Greece.
At the same time, there will be activities offering diverse educational experiences and entertainment.
The Physiotherapy Knowledge Olympiad will provide an opportunity for undergraduate physiotherapy students to compete collaboratively across multiple levels of health knowledge.
The Olympiad will be accompanied by awards and distinctions.
The conference will also feature workshops (only undergraduate physiotherapy students are eligible to participate in the workshops).
The conference is open to all university students (undergraduate and postgraduate), Ph.D. candidates, academic staff, and healthcare professionals.
Physiotherapy Running Team
Sports and Physiotherapy go hand in hand. The running team of the Department of Physiotherapy was founded in September 2022 and consists of students who share the same passion for running and running activities. Beyond the benefits of exercise, participating in the team’s activities helps strengthen relationships among students.
Join the “GREEN” Initiative
February 2022
We beautify the pots of our School. An initiative to add a touch of GREEN to the Department of Physiotherapy.
Adopt and take care of a plant NOW.
e-UNI Talks
The e-UNI Talks are an initiative of the Physiotherapy Department of the University of Thessaly, launched in 2021 during the COVID-19 health crisis.
They serve as a meeting point for the exchange of knowledge, opinions, and innovative ideas, fostering constructive dialogue. Their aim is to provoke thought, engage, and inform the academic community as well as the broader public on topics of interest, including health prevention, culture, art, the environment, volunteerism, and more!
Since their inception, five online events have been held, featuring guests from Kenya to … outer space!
In summary:
Coronavirus: End or Beginning? Speakers: Konstantinos Gourgoulianis, Aristidis Vasilopoulos, Panagiotis Tzouramanis
Green Routes. Speakers: Eftychia Prantalou, Georgios Stamoulis
Let’s Go to Space! Speakers: Chrysoula Kourtidou Papadeli, Vasiliki Stefanouli
Cancer: Break the Stigma. Speakers: Pisti Krystallidou, Anna Latsiou, Alexios Stribakos
WEALTH: Women Leading in Health. Speakers: Ioanna Laliotou, Maria Sacha, Aikaterini Machaira
(This initiative is organized by undergraduate students of the Physiotherapy Department in collaboration with the Education Office.)
Journal Club
The Journal Club is a dynamic group of students from the Physiotherapy Department, established in 2020, which meets regularly, usually on a weekly basis, with the primary aim of developing its members’ knowledge, critical thinking, and skills.
Through the systematic study of scientific articles and their presentation, members have the opportunity to delve into various fields of knowledge, exchange ideas, and cultivate creative dialogue, while simultaneously enhancing their academic and research capabilities.
The Journal Club consists of more than 20 active members (students) who coordinate annual presentations in collaboration with members of the academic community. Some of the topics covered include:
Anatomy Weeks, Respiratory Trials, Cardio Olympics, Orthopedics, Spine Courses, and so on.
Traditional Dances
Dance is a means of expression, entertainment, and psychosomatic well-being. The traditional Dance Group is open to students, professors, technical, and administrative staff of the Department of Physiotherapy at the University of Thessaly who are interested in exploring the tradition, culture, and folklore of all regions of our country.
Christmas Bazaar
The students of the Physiotherapy Department at the University of Thessaly organize the annual Christmas Bazaar, a unique event filled with creativity, warmth, and festive spirit. The Bazaar features handmade crafts, holiday gifts, traditional sweets, and original decorations, lovingly created by the students themselves.
This event goes beyond the joy of Christmas, promoting social contribution, as all proceeds are donated to charitable causes. Through this initiative, students foster a sense of community and solidarity, while also creating a welcoming space for exchanging holiday wishes and sharing unforgettable moments, accompanied by music and a festive atmosphere.