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WSU’s physician associate program recognized as Suspenders4Hope Mental Health Advocate

College of Health Professions

— Wichita State University continues to expand its commitment to mental health and wellness across academic disciplines. The physician associate (PA) program has officially been recognized as the next Suspenders4Hope® Mental Health Advocates on campus. This designation highlights a curriculum-wide effort to prioritize psychological safety and awareness for both future practitioners and the patients they will serve.

Members of the physician associate program pose in front of a wall with Wu on it. Members of the program are all wearing shirts that read "Suspenders4Hope #WeSupportU," with stylized yellow suspenders that are made up of different words printed on the shirts.

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