Exercise Sciences Student and Alumni Spotlights
Meet a few of our students and alumni in the exercise & rehabilitation sciences program at Merrimack College, and find out how Merrimack has given them the professional skills needed in the field of exercise & rehabilitation sciences.
Exercise & Rehabilitation Sciences Student Profiles
Exercise Science, Class of 2024
Trainer
F45 North Andover
“I chose Merrimack because of the level of education and opportunities that were available within the Exercise Science program.”
Exercise Science, Class of 2024
“Merrimack’s class size allows for genuine connections with your professors, which helped me do well in the classroom.”
Exercise Science, Class of 2024
“Taking so many major-specific courses has made it easy for me to apply the educational skills in a practical setting.”
Exercise Science & Psychology, Class of 2024
“My education at Merrimack was able to lay the groundwork and provide me a basic understanding of psychological theories, as well as fundamental human anatomy and physiology.”
Exercise & Rehabilitation Sciences Alumni Profiles
Exercise Science & Business Administration, Class of 2023
Graduate Student, Exercise and Nutrition Science Master's Program
University of Tampa
“This (undergraduate) degree has allowed me to continue on to graduate school, where I am in classes that are building off of the solid foundation Merrimack gave me. My first step at Merrimack has laid the groundwork for a successful career path.”
Exercise Science
Physician Assistant Student
Sacred Heart University
“I was fortunate to have amazing professors and mentors throughout my time at Merrimack. Jessica Peacock and Andy Cannon were two people who helped guide me in my career path. Being involved on a team, I was supported by my teammates and we would push each other, both on and off the field.”
Exercise Science
“Earning my bachelor in Exercise Science has given me many experiences and opportunities for future success and career opportunities.”
Exercise Science
Student
Merrimack College Athletic Training Master's Degree Program
“I chose to attend Merrimack for Athletic Training and Sports Management specifically because of their close affiliations with well-known organizations in the Boston area!”
Exercise Science
Inpatient Physician Therapist
Massachusetts General Hospital
“I chose to attend Merrimack after attending the open house where I got the chance to experience what it would be like pursuing my degree in exercise science, along with what opportunities the School of Health Sciences provided for their students.”
Exercise Science
Student Athletic Trainer
Northeastern Men's Ice Hockey
“Merrimack stood out among other programs given it’s accelerated pace and emphasis on clinical application.”
