CBU awarded $205,900 from the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases

MEMPHIS – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today announced that Christian Brothers University (CBU) will receive a research grant of $205,900 to study lipid oxidation in skeletal muscles from the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. The research is under the direction of Assistant Professor of Biology Dr. Jaycob Dalton Warfel. Congressman Cohen

https://www.cbu.edu/news/cbu-awarded-205900-from-the-national-institute-of-diabetes-and-digestive-and-kidney-diseases/
Christian Brothers University Welcomes Four New Members to its Board of Trustees

“We are delighted to welcome these four gifted professionals, each with unique expertise and perspectives, to join us in guiding the future of Christian Brothers University,” CBU President Jack Shannon stated. “They truly embody our Lasallian values of faith, service and community.” Dr. Jason C. Chandler is a 1994 graduate of CBU with a BS

https://www.cbu.edu/news/christian-brothers-university-welcomes-four-new-members-to-its-board-of-trustees/
Dr. Jeff Brown (’98)

As a doctor and medical professional, Jeff Brown helps people from all walks of life, and as a husband, father, and community member, he has exemplified leadership and community service through virtually every phase of his life. As a youth, Jeff volunteered for the Muscular Dystrophy Association and was a camp counselor for several years

https://www.cbu.edu/cbu-sesquicentennial/150-for-150/brown
Pre-Health Pathway: Physical Therapy

An overview of the profession  The Pre-Health: Physical Therapy program in the CBU School of Sciences prepares students for further study toward a profession as a physical therapist. Physical therapy (also known as physiotherapy) involves using physical methods (e.g., manipulation, traction, exercise, massage, hot/cold therapy, etc.) to assess, diagnose and treat injury, disability or disease.  Physical therapy professionals

https://www.cbu.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/pre-health-physical-therapy/
Announcement from President Shannon (2/28/20)

Dear CBU Community: In light of the recent spread of the COVID-19 novel coronavirus, Christian Brothers University has been consulting with local health authorities, closely monitoring the reports from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and is working with our partner institutions in the Tennessee Independent Colleges & Universities Association (TICUA) on efforts to

https://www.cbu.edu/coronavirus/community-messages/announcement-from-president-shannon-2-28-20/
Dr. Faris Malhas Assumes Deanship of Gadomski School of Engineering

Dr. Faris A. Malhas has joined Christian Brothers University as the new dean of the Gadomski School of Engineering, effective June 1. He assumes the position from Dr. Siripong Malasri, who has served as dean since 2014 and is returning to the classroom as a professor in the Packaging Department.  Dr. Malhas is a seasoned engineering educator and administrator. He

https://www.cbu.edu/news/dr-faris-malhas-assumes-deanship-of-gadomski-school-of-engineering/
COVID-19 Dashboard

Open and regular communication across all areas of the CBU campus is essential as we work together to keep our community healthy. To that end, this dashboard provides regular updates regarding our COVID-19 activity. The report below is currently updated weekly and reflects the previous week’s testing activity and reported results. Testing Activity and Results

https://www.cbu.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-dashboard-2/