Student Ambassadors

I started at GW just a few weeks ago, but even in my introductory classes, coursework and lectures emphasize the relevance of what we are learning to current health issues, and I have always been much more interested in the applied than the theoretical. Complementing that coursework are frequent lectures and conferences, both on campus and nearby, that show how the concepts we learn in class can be - and are - used in the real world. Besides that, my experience with GW's faculty and staff has been great; I feel that everyone I've met with or talked to has been genuinely interested in my thoughts and goals and very willing to help.

It's in the middle of everything! Particularly with my policy-related classes, this is where the things I learn about in class take place, which makes it much easier to be a part of the process. There are a lot of organizations in the area that I would love to intern or work with. As much as I love California, I am seriously considering staying here after graduation because of the professional opportunities. The fact that GW is in Washington, DC was a factor in my decision to come here.

GW is a great school and I would encourage anyone to apply to SPHHS. That being said, wherever you do ultimately decide to go, make sure it's a place that fits with your academic interests and personality, and where there are extracurricular and/or career opportunities that you are excited about. It was a hard decision, but the uniqueness of GW's programs and the way they fit with my interests and goals were what motivated me to choose this school, and I don't regret it.