Day: January 28, 2025

PNWU Occupational Therapy Students and Faculty to Present Groundbreaking Research at National Conference

Two research projects from Pacific Northwest University’s (PNWU’s) School of Occupational Therapy (SOT) have been selected for presentation at the prestigious American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) annual conference in April, marking a significant achievement for the university and its commitment to community-driven healthcare. The research, conducted by PNWU OT students under the guidance of SOT…Continue Reading PNWU Occupational Therapy Students and Faculty to Present Groundbreaking Research at National Conference

Winter 2025 New SDM Team Members

Michael Dean, DMD, Associate Professor of Dentistry Dr. Michael Dean is a dedicated dental professional and educator with a career spanning over three decades. A native of Buckley, Washington, Dr. Dean earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from Washington University in St. Louis and completed a General Practice Residency at the VA Medical…Continue Reading Winter 2025 New SDM Team Members

Winter 2025 SDM Leadership Council Spotlight

Marsha E. Butler, DDS

The purpose of the Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences – School of Dental Medicine (SDM) Leadership Council is to support the school’s mission and vision through education, advancement and philanthropy. The Leadership Council is a group of trusted advisors who represent a wide range of professions and vocations and are committed to the SDM’s…Continue Reading Winter 2025 SDM Leadership Council Spotlight

Winter 2025 SDM in the Community

The Yakima Valley College (YVC) Dental Hygiene Program recently visited PNWU for a campus tour. On two different dates the group, which included junior and senior students, as well as faculty members Ms. Lacey Webber, Ms. Deborah Gould, and Ms. Jaclyn Johnson, had the opportunity to explore the innovative Washington State Dental Association Simulation Lab….Continue Reading Winter 2025 SDM in the Community

Winter 2025 SDM Team Spotlight

Tami Anderson, BASM, Assistant Director of Clinical Operations Tami Anderson was born in Anchorage, Alaska, and grew up in Selah, Washington. After working for several years as a Certified Medical Assistant in a hematology-oncology practice, she decided to go back to college. Her two sons, who were young at the time, were her motivation and…Continue Reading Winter 2025 SDM Team Spotlight

Winter 2025 SDM Partner Spotlight

Yakima Valley College Dental Hygiene Program Yakima Valley College has prepared dental hygienists since 1968 and in 2016 transitioned to a Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene (BASDH) program that is accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation. The mission of YVC’s program is to educate a group of diverse dental…Continue Reading Winter 2025 SDM Partner Spotlight