On Tuesday, May 27, 2025, PNWU celebrated a defining moment in the journey of our College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM) students: the White Coat Ceremony for the Class of 2027. “The significance of this ceremony is not the White Coat – it’s those seated in front of me,” explained Dr. Thomas Scandalis, Dean of PNW-COM,…Continue Reading A Common Thread
PNWU-COM Celebrates the Class of 2025: 139 New DOs Prepared to Impact Care Across the Northwest and Beyond 139 graduates of Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences’ College of Osteopathic Medicine (PNWU-COM) officially joined the ranks of PNWU’s growing legacy of health care leaders during the University’s 2025 Commencement Ceremony. With their hooding, PNWU-COM’s Class…Continue Reading A Proud Tradition of Purpose-Driven Care Continues
PNWU Honors Fourth Graduating Class of Master of Arts in Medical Sciences Students In a ceremony filled with pride and reflection, Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) celebrated the graduation of its fourth Master of Arts in Medical Sciences (MAMS) class. The 22 graduates were honored during the morning commencement ceremony, joining the growing…Continue Reading Change Begins Here
On Saturday, May 17, 2025, Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) marked a historic milestone by hosting dual commencement ceremonies celebrating the achievements of more than 200 graduates across the university’s four mission-driven health sciences programs. The ceremonies reflected the university’s continued growth and its commitment to preparing health care professionals who serve where…Continue Reading PNWU Celebrates Dual Commencement Ceremonies Honoring Over 200 Graduates Across Four Mission-Driven Programs
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Michael H. Mittelman as its next president. A nationally respected leader in health care and higher education, Dr. Mittelman brings a distinguished career in military medicine, academic leadership, and health system innovation to PNWU at a transformative time in the…Continue Reading PNWU Names Dr. Michael H. Mittelman as Next President
Responsible Unit: Facilities | Executive Lead: Vice President, Technology & OperationsAssociation policy, accreditation standard(s), and/or regulation(s): NoneCreated: 3/2025 | Reviewed/Revised: Effective: 5/2025 Workspace Assignments The goal in assigning workspaces is to ensure, in a transparent and fair way, that PNWU employees have the environment necessary to fulfill their work duties and the university’s mission. …Continue Reading Assigning Workspace & Workspace Furnishings
From EMT to Physician: A Journey Inspired by Service and Compassion The sirens blared as Daysi Torres-Vanegas and her partner raced toward a pediatric emergency — a two-year-old boy who was reportedly choking. As they arrived at the scene, Daysi quickly realized that the child wasn’t choking at all but, instead, had suffered a seizure….Continue Reading Daysi Torres-Vanegas, PNWU MAMS Class of 2025
A Look Inside the 2025 PNWU Research Symposium On April 8, PNWU hosted our 2025 Research Symposium, drawing students, faculty, and community partners together to celebrate the power of inquiry, collaboration, and purpose-driven scholarship. With 47 original research projects presented, the annual event continues to grow not only in scale, but in its demonstration of…Continue Reading Curiosity, Compassion, and Community
PNWU Class of 2028 Hosts March Med Student Madness Tournament, Fostering Wellness and Community Our students recently took a break from the usual grind of health sciences school, with the Class of 2028 Student Government Association hosting a highly anticipated March Med Student Madness Tournament. The event brought together students, friends, and families for a…Continue Reading March Med-Ness!
At the heart of the 2025 Rising Together Student Leadership Conference was Cindy Cholico, Assistant Director of the Migrant Education Program at ESD 105. We connected with Ms. Cholico to learn more about the vision behind the conference, the impact on students, and why creating spaces like this is essential for the future of our…Continue Reading Rising Together