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Susan Norkus is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Health and Exercise Science at Quinnipiac University's School of Health Sciences. With expertise in Injury Prevention, Kinesiology, and Sports Medicine, she teaches in the undergraduate health science program and mentors Doctor of Physical Therapy capstone students.
- Ph.D. in Health Sciences and Biomechanics, University of Toledo
- MS in Kinesiology, Kansas State University
- MS in Instructional Design, Quinnipiac University
- BS in Health Fitness and Athletic Training, Springfield College
Dr. Norkus focuses on high-impact teaching practices in clinical environments and transitioning students to professional practice. Her research spans sports injury prevention, biomechanics, and innovative online learning strategies, particularly virtual communities of practice for healthcare students.
Her selected work includes case studies on ankle injuries in athletes, virtual clinical education methods, and educational frameworks for developing clinical reasoning. These publications emphasize athletic training, physical therapy, and healthcare education.
- 2019 Center for Excellence in Teaching, Excellence in Teaching Award
- 2019 National Athletic Trainers' Association Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award
- 2013 National Athletic Trainers' Association Athletic Trainer Service Award
With over 30 years of experience in athletic training and physical therapy education, Dr. Norkus has held leadership roles including Chair of Health and Exercise Science (2023-present), Interim Chair (2022-present), and former Clinical Education Coordinator (2000-2016). She has presented extensively at national conferences and authored chapters on healthcare simulation.
