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Campus Closed Friday, Classes Switch to Virtual 1/23

Out of an abundance of caution due to the forecasted weather, the Clarke University campus will be closed on Friday, January 23, 2026. Classes will switch to a virtual format. Students, please check your email and the platform utilized in each course for more information from your professors.   

Staff are excused from work, however, essential employees should report to campus unless otherwise advised by their supervisor.    

Hours of Operation   

The Dining Hall will be open for Lunch from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Café 1843 will operate the convenience store from 7 a.m. – 9 p.m., with hot food items available from 7-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-2 p.m., and 5-8 p.m.
The library will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  
The Kehl Center will be open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Practices are canceled except for teams with competition the next day.   

Winter Safety Information 

With wind chills reaching as low as -40, frostbite can occur within 10 minutes. During the winter weather advisory, stay indoors whenever possible. Be sure to keep your cellphone charged and have access to blankets, water, and other necessities.  

If you must go out, dress in layers: wear fabrics that retain heat, use insulation layers to trap air, and choose outer layers that are wind and water-resistant. Stay dry and avoid excessive sweating to maintain body heat. 

Stay indoors, stay warm, and stay safe, Clarkies! 

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Brad Mensen

Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy

Educational Background

Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training, University of Iowa, Iowa City Iowa, 2012

Doctor of Physical Therapy, Clarke University, Dubuque Iowa, 2015

Doctor of Science in Physical Therapy, Texas Tech University, Lubbock Texas, 2024

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Teaching Philosophy

My teaching philosophy revolves around the premise that learning is student-centered. My role as a teacher is to guide and facilitate the acquisition of knowledge and the subsequent clinical application of this knowledge.  I prioritize developing individual relationships so that students feel comfortable seeking help and participating in class discussions. I aim to meet students where they are at within an inclusive environment by engaging student using diverse teaching strategies, including a style of teaching that incorporates both didactic and hands-on learning opportunities.

Profile

Professional Background

After graduation Brad worked full time specializing in sports and orthopedic conditions. Brad then became a Professor of Physical Therapy at Clarke in 2020. Brad is a professor full time but continues to work in the clinic evaluating and treating a variety of orthopedic conditions and sports injuries.

Research Interests

Curriculum and Teaching
Sports injuries and rehabilitation

Courses Taught

DPT 612 and 624 Musculoskeletal PT I and II
DPT 514 Functional Anatomy and Biomechanics
DPT 612 Pathophysiology

Certifications and Memberships

Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy (SCS)
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Certified in Dry Needling
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization