1. Ryan Hermsen
204 Michigan Avenue, Farley, IA 52046 | (563)542-5016 | ryan.hermsen@wartburg.edu
Objective:
My goal is to be accepted into a competitive graduate program that will give me the best possible
education and allow me to obtain my Doctorate of Physical Therapy.
Education and Training:
Wartburg College—Waverly, Iowa
Biology, 2016
I am a student attending Wartburg College earning a B.A degree in Biology and with a minor in Business
Administration. I also am a captain of the Cross Country and Track and Field team.
Recent Coursework:
Anatomy & Physiology 1st
semester: A
Anatomy & Physiology 2nd
semester: B+
Genetics: A
Biomechanics: A
Kinesiology: A
Microbiology: A-
Skill Highlights:
Very strong work ethic
Fast learner
Enthusiastic
Great people skills
Observant
Empathetic and patient
Accomplishments:
Dean’ List 2nd
semester sophomore year, 1st
semester junior year, and 2nd semester junior year
Current GPA: 3.6
DIII Men’s Track and Field All- Academic team 2014 & 2015
DIII Men’s Indoor Track and Field National Mile Qualifier (9th
overall)
Captain of the Cross Country team and Track team
GRE scores: Verbal 154, Math and Reasoning 151, Analytical Writing 4.5
Experience:
Operator
Midwest Organic Solutions—Farley, Iowa
The summers of 2013 2014, I worked at a family owned commercial composting company. My duties
entailed: operating heavy machinery, interacting with clients and customers, and entering data onto
the computer. During the school year, I do not work in order to focus on school and running.
PT Observation Hours
I have spent 102 hours observing/shadowing various different physical therapists at 5 different
locations. I gained first-hand experience and learned what it takes be a successful physical therapist.
Running
Throughout the past 3.5 years, I have spent over 20 hours a week running and training on the track and
cross country team. I have learned time management skills as well as a thorough work ethic that will
allow me to be successful in any career field.
