Dr. Sellheim is a graduate of the Physical Therapy Program at the University of North Dakota. She received a Master of Arts degree in counseling from the University of North Dakota and a PhD in Educational Policy and Administration, Higher Education Program, at the University of Minnesota. Her research interests include curricular design and outcomes, how learning occurs and educational factors that affect how students approach learning. She has published and presented nationally on these topics. Dr. Sellheim is the 2003 recipient of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Section for Education Stanford Award honoring the most influential paper published in the Journal of Physical Therapy Education for 2003 and the 2006 recipient of the APTA Section for Education, Journal of Physical Therapy Education Feitelberg Journal Founder's Award, recognizing excellence in the preparation of a manuscript by a new author.
Dr. Sellheim has taught in PT and PTA programs in North Dakota, Minnesota, and Utah. She is currently Associate Professor and Co-Director of the Curriculum for the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at St. Catherine University. Her clinical background includes orthopedics and general practice (rural hospital and long term care facilities). Dr. Sellheim is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). She also serves on the MN Board of Physical Therapy. Her personal interests include hiking, travel, and reading.
