Event Details
Date: Friday, June 20, 2025
Ceremony Begins: 5:30pm
Speakers
Ixander Correa, 2025 DPT Candidate | Student Speaker
Ixander was born and raised in Southern California, where he grew up alongside his three brothers and parents. Growing up in a Mexican household he draws inspiration from the resilience of the Latine migrant community—especially his hardworking immigrant parents, who instilled in him the values of perseverance, family, and cultural identity. Much of his childhood was spent playing with his brothers and cousins, and his passion for movement and sports was fostered through competitive soccer—ultimately leading him to a career in physical therapy. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from San Francisco State University, where he was actively involved in Hermanos Unidos, a first-generation Latine student organization. Before entering physical therapy school, Ixander gained valuable experience working as a personal trainer and an aide in an outpatient physical therapy setting, further deepening his passion for helping others maximize their physical function.
During his time at UCSF and SFSU, he became involved with the Latine community through Clínica Martín Baró. He also had the opportunity to co-lead a Spanish Medical Terminology course, where he and his colleagues taught second- and third-year PT students essential medical Spanish. His commitment to these communities aligns with his dedication to providing high-quality care for underserved populations. In his free time, Ixander enjoys being a devoted soccer enthusiast, catching Pokémon, and spending time with loved ones to stay up to date on the latest chisme.