Downers Grove Campus Celebrates 126 New Physician Assistants and Clinical Psychologists
Graduates begin careers in high-demand healthcare fields
Midwestern University students process into the auditorium for their graduation ceremony. The graduates will begin their professional careers as Physician Assistants and Clinical Psychologists.
Midwestern University proudly celebrated the graduation of 126 master’s and doctoral degree recipients from the College of Health Sciences on August 27, 2026, on its Downers Grove Campus.
The ceremony marked the beginning of professional healthcare careers for graduates entering two of the nation’s most in-demand fields: Physician Assistant Studies and Clinical Psychology.
Celebrating the Class of 2026
The Class of 2026 included 21 graduates earning Doctor of Psychology degrees in Clinical Psychology, 25 earning Master of Arts degrees in Clinical Psychology, and 80 earning Master of Medical Science degrees in Physician Assistant Studies.
During the ceremony, graduates received messages from Midwestern University President and Chief Executive Officer Joshua C. Baker, O.D., M.S.; Sarah Radtke, Ed.D., ATC, Dean of the College of Health Sciences, Downers Grove Campus; and student speaker Jakob Edward McGraw, Class President of the Physician Assistant Program.
Graduates also recited the Health Sciences Oath, pledging themselves to high standards of patient care, professional responsibility, respect, lifelong learning, and collaboration as they begin the next stage of their careers.
Jocelin Sisto, M.A., M.M.S., PA-C, Assistant Professor in the Physician Assistant Program, delivered closing remarks and the closing reflection.
Meeting the Growing Need for Physician Assistants and Clinical Psychologists
Physician Assistants (PAs) are critical members of healthcare teams, helping to meet the growing need for accessible, high-quality medical care across the country. Clinical Psychologists likewise serve an important role in supporting mental and behavioral health. Graduates of these rigorous programs are prepared to serve in a variety of settings, from hospitals and clinics to community health centers and private practice.
Midwestern University Downers Grove Campus Class of 2026 Graduates
(by college, degree, and number of graduates)
College of Health Sciences, Downers Grove
- Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.): 21 graduates
- Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology (M.A.): 25 graduates
- Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies (M.M.S.): 80 graduates
