Dhinu Jayaseelan, DPT, DHSc
"Everyone has their own motivations for a given decision. My goals with pursuing a terminal academic degree primarily revolved around professional development – I wanted to develop my current skills and gain new skills to further my ability to learn, teach, and lead. Most importantly though, I wanted to pursue additional formal education without uprooting my life because I love what I do, have a wife and two young kids, and a social network I did not want to leave. The GW DHSc offered me both of these opportunities, with expert faculty, which made the decision a no-brainer."
Marisa Birkmeier, PT, DPT, DHSc
"I chose GW DHSc to expand my knowledge and abilities to be an educational scholar, effective instructor, and leader in higher education. Additionally, I was attracted to the predominate online format which allowed me to continue to work full-time. I also really loved the emphasis on utilizing your own projects and work activities as a basis for course assignments. I did not have to put on hold my professional goals while enrolled in the GW DHSc program; I leveraged the work accomplished in the DHSc program to meet and exceed my professional objectives."
Stephanie Katz, OTR/L, CHT
"I chose the GW DHSc program because I was motivated to pursue a doctoral degree to advance myself and my career. It was an easy decision since I already work at the GW Hospital. I love getting a degree from the George Washington University as a hospital employee because it allows me to connect with people associated with the GW that I would otherwise not interact with."