2024 Recipients of the Indiana State University Erik Dalton Scholarship
Erik Dalton, PhD
Founder of Freedom from Pain Institute & Dalton Myoskeletal Alignment Techniques, Massage Therapy Hall of Fame
The Erik Dalton Myoskeletal Massage Therapy Endowed Scholarship
The successful collaboration between Indiana State University (Charlie Peebles) and Erik Dalton’s Freedom From Pain Institute (Erik Dalton) began in 2012 and was aptly named the “Advanced Myoskeletal Massage Therapy” program. This partnership has resulted in the only minor degree in massage therapy offered by a major United States university. Students from this program commonly enter into grad school programs in Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistant and Osteopathic Medicine.
To elevate the status and continued growth of the Indiana State University program, Erik Dalton and the Freedom From Pain Institute finances an ongoing continuing education scholarship grant to help fund qualified and passionate students.
Each year, we celebrate the recipients of the Erik Dalton Myoskeletal Massage Therapy Endowed Scholarship. And the 2024 Award of Excellence Scholarship goes to…drum roll, please!…
Avery Pommier
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I've had a great experience at Indiana State University with the Advanced Myoskeletal Massage Therapy program. It's not just reading the textbooks; it's about hands-on learning with friends, laughing, and exploring new techniques. As I aim to become an Occupational Therapist in Florida, I can see how blending massage skills with traditional therapy could really set me apart. Thanks to the scholarship I received, I'm on my way there.
Jade Johnson
My minor in Massage Therapy at Indiana State has provided me with some great skills. From day one, it's all hands-on, preparing us for real-world challenges. Imagine learning a technique in class today and applying it in a clinical setting tomorrow — that’s how immediate and practical this training is. I am deeply appreciative to have the support of my instructors and Erik Dalton and to be considered for this scholarship is a real honor. I'm sure this unique experience will benefit me as I work towards becoming an Occupational Therapist!