Mission & Goals

Mission

The EVMS Doctor of Health Sciences program prepares scholarly health services professionals to serve as leaders and change agents in their place of employment and in their communities.

Values

• Academic integrity is the foundation of higher education.
• The student-teacher relationship is based on mutual respect, trust, and a desire for shared learning experiences.
• Diversity in many forms will strengthen the learning environment.
• We are accountable and responsive to our constituents.

Goals

• Prepare professionals to effectively serve organizations and communities based on a curriculum of diverse yet interrelated topics.
• Encourage scholarly learning that is dynamic, reflective, and applied.
• Provide individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to function as leaders and innovators in a variety of health service and academic settings.