A journey of passion, purpose and Cyclone spirit – Riley’s kinesiology and health path

Iowa State gave her what she needed to pursue her next step – a physical therapy program

Riley came to Iowa State as a recruited athlete for the Cyclone cross country and track teams. Inspired by her own experiences with sports injuries, she chose to pursue a degree in kinesiology and health with the goal of becoming a physical therapist. She wanted to help others navigate the challenges of recovery and regain a sense of normalcy.

Iowa State’s kinesiology and health program gave her a deep understanding of health and human movement while preparing her with the coursework she needed to apply to physical therapy programs. Hear the rest of Riley’s story.