- PNWU Alum Dr. Jared Darlian Represents U.S. Navy at Prestigious NATO Medical Conference
Dr. Jared Darlian, PNWU-COM Class of 2021, recently had the distinguished honor of representing the U.S. Navy at the Mid-Winter Plenary Workshop for the Interallied…Continue Reading PNWU Alum Dr. Jared Darlian Represents U.S. Navy at Prestigious NATO Medical Conference - PNWU’s 2025 Residency Fair: Connecting Students with Their Future Medical Careers
On Friday, April 4, PNWU hosted its annual Residency Fair, an event that continues to be a cornerstone of the student experience for future physicians….Continue Reading PNWU’s 2025 Residency Fair: Connecting Students with Their Future Medical Careers - Student Dr. Megan Nelson Honored with Student Civic Leadership Award
PNWU is proud to celebrate Student Doctor Megan Nelson, PNWU College of Osteopathic Medicine Class of 2025, for being named a Student Civic Leadership Awardee…Continue Reading Student Dr. Megan Nelson Honored with Student Civic Leadership Award - PNWU Honors David Dommermuth and Dr. Katheryn Hudon with the Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine Award
The Gold Humanism Honor Society’s (GHHS) Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine Award is one of the highest honors bestowed upon graduating medical students and faculty….Continue Reading PNWU Honors David Dommermuth and Dr. Katheryn Hudon with the Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine Award - PNWU Celebrates Match Day 2025
On Friday, March 21, PNWU celebrated Match Day 2025. 98.5% of our College of Osteopathic Medicine’s (COM’s) Class of 2025 who sought residency placements achieved…Continue Reading PNWU Celebrates Match Day 2025 - Understanding and Addressing Ableism
Dr. Jennifer Fleckenstein Prepares to Lead Key Conversation in PNWU’s Week of Belonging “The first step is self-reflection,” explained Dr. Jennifer Fleckenstein. “The better we…Continue Reading Understanding and Addressing Ableism - Medicine and Machu Picchu
Learning Spanish, Serving Patients, and Understanding the Importance of Cultural Competency Student Dr. Kelsey Johnston, PNWU-COM Class of 2025, shares her lessons on cultural immersion,…Continue Reading Medicine and Machu Picchu - Less Alone, More Understood
Inside Student Doctor Maddox Allen’s Fight for Inclusion “No one should have to wonder if they belong here,” said Student Doctor Maddox Allen, PNWU College…Continue Reading Less Alone, More Understood - “We’re Here to Be Part of the Solution”
PNWU Student Doctors Advocate at the Washington State Capitol PNWU student doctors recently gathered at the Washington State Capitol in Olympia for DO Day 2025,…Continue Reading “We’re Here to Be Part of the Solution” - More Than Words and Letters
Student Doctor Shrida Sharma’s Vision for PNWU’s Week of Belonging As words like diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging become increasingly polarized and politicized, a collection…Continue Reading More Than Words and Letters - PNWU Students Host Week of Belonging
This March, PNWU students hosted a Week of Belonging. Featuring powerful conversations, hands-on workshops, cultural celebrations, and more, the efforts aimed to foster a deeper…Continue Reading PNWU Students Host Week of Belonging - A Milestone Year
PNWU’s 2025 Run for Your Life 5K/10K and Health Fair Sets New Records for Participation and Fundraising On March 1, 2025, over 450 people gathered…Continue Reading A Milestone Year - Dr. Tiffany Salido Nominated for Service Provider Optimism Award
Dr. Tiffany Salido, Assistant Professor in PNWU’s School of Physical Therapy, has been nominated for the prestigious Service Provider Optimism Award by the American Parkinson’s…Continue Reading Dr. Tiffany Salido Nominated for Service Provider Optimism Award - Building Belonging Through Representation
PNWU Students Lead Initiative to Strengthen Black/African American Representation at PNWU While exploring various clubs at PNWU’s Fall 2024 Club Fair, Student Doctor Maryan Abdi,…Continue Reading Building Belonging Through Representation - Schafer Paladichuk, OMS IV, Named PNWU’s Student Doctor of the Year
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) is proud to announce that Student Doctor Schafer Paladichuk, PNWU-COM Class of 2025, has been named our 2025…Continue Reading Schafer Paladichuk, OMS IV, Named PNWU’s Student Doctor of the Year - PNWU Opens Dr. Michael and Kimberly Lawler Food Pantry
A Community Effort to Support Students Beyond the Classroom Pacific Northwest University (PNWU) has officially opened the Dr. Michael and Kimberly Lawler Food Pantry. Located…Continue Reading PNWU Opens Dr. Michael and Kimberly Lawler Food Pantry - Beyond the Field: PNWU Students Inspire Lasting Impact on Special Olympics Yakima
Empowering athletes, inspiring future doctors, and building a community that thrives on and off the field. As PNWU students pursue our mission, they often deepen…Continue Reading Beyond the Field: PNWU Students Inspire Lasting Impact on Special Olympics Yakima - PNWU Professor’s Research Sheds New Light on Recovery after a Car Crash
As a clinician, Dr. Brad Callan spent more than two decades treating neck and back pain. Now an Assistant Professor in PNWU’s School of Physical Therapy,…Continue Reading PNWU Professor’s Research Sheds New Light on Recovery after a Car Crash - The Power of Nutrition in Diabetes Care
Dr. Kathaleen Briggs Early’s Expertise Informs National Standards PNWU Founding Professor Dr. Kathleen Briggs Early Brings Her Experience to the American Diabetes Association’s 2025 Guidelines,…Continue Reading The Power of Nutrition in Diabetes Care - PNWU’s 2024 YWCA Holiday Gift Drive Brings Joy to Local Families
Celebrating the season of giving, PNWU’s community once again embraced the spirit of our mission during our 2024 YWCA Holiday Gift Drive. Organized by Vicky…Continue Reading PNWU’s 2024 YWCA Holiday Gift Drive Brings Joy to Local Families - Dr. Malcolm Cutchin Presents 20th Ellen M. Gee Memorial Lecture at Simon Fraser University
Dr. Malcolm Cutchin, Professor and Director of Research for PNWU’s School of Occupational Therapy, was recently selected to present the 20th Ellen M. Gee Memorial…Continue Reading Dr. Malcolm Cutchin Presents 20th Ellen M. Gee Memorial Lecture at Simon Fraser University - Honoring Tradition, Advancing Healthcare: PNWU’s Growing Partnership with Yakama Nation
PNWU representatives recently met with Yakama Nation Tribal Leaders to discuss an evolving collaboration aimed at enhancing health education and services for the Yakama Nation…Continue Reading Honoring Tradition, Advancing Healthcare: PNWU’s Growing Partnership with Yakama Nation - PNWU to Host Assistant U.S. Attorney Bree Black Horse for Keynote on Trauma-Informed and Culturally Competent Practice in Indian Country
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences will host Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) Bree Black Horse on our Yakima health sciences campus on Thursday, December…Continue Reading PNWU to Host Assistant U.S. Attorney Bree Black Horse for Keynote on Trauma-Informed and Culturally Competent Practice in Indian Country - PNWU to Host Community Forum on Homelessness and Health Care
On Thursday, November 21, from 1:30 to 4:30 PM, PNWU will host a community forum on homelessness and healthcare. Organized in collaboration with the Northwest…Continue Reading PNWU to Host Community Forum on Homelessness and Health Care - PNWU Hosts Inaugural DPT Research Symposium, Showcasing Innovations in Rural Healthcare
On Wednesday, November 6, Pacific Northwest University (PNWU) hosted our inaugural Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Research Symposium. The event highlighted the innovative contributions of…Continue Reading PNWU Hosts Inaugural DPT Research Symposium, Showcasing Innovations in Rural Healthcare - PNWU Dermatology Club Brings Preventive Healthcare Education to Rural Youth
Written by Student Doctors Emily Huyhn, Otmar Borchard, Bella Frentz, Angelica Palaganas and Maria Tan In an inspiring effort to bridge the gap in healthcare…Continue Reading PNWU Dermatology Club Brings Preventive Healthcare Education to Rural Youth - PNWU Hosts Inaugural Joint OT-PT Career Fair
Last month, PNWU’s Schools of Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy celebrated a significant milestone by hosting their first-ever joint recruitment fair. Spearheaded by Dr. Jami…Continue Reading PNWU Hosts Inaugural Joint OT-PT Career Fair - PNWU Host 2024 Roots to Wings Opening Ceremony
On Monday, September 30, PNWU welcomed a diverse collection of middle and high school students from throughout the Yakima Valley to our campus for the…Continue Reading PNWU Host 2024 Roots to Wings Opening Ceremony - PNWU to Host Warrior Run This Saturday
This Saturday, October 12, PNWU’s Military Medicine Club will once again host their annual Warrior Run. Proceeds from the family-friendly 5K obstacle course will benefit…Continue Reading PNWU to Host Warrior Run This Saturday - PNWU Caps Week of Service and Scholarship Support with Grand Opening of Delta Dental Equity Hall
This September, PNWU hosted our second-annual week of giving, Care, Connect, Forward. Honoring our graduates and our mission-driven students, the week of activities aimed to enhance opportunities…Continue Reading PNWU Caps Week of Service and Scholarship Support with Grand Opening of Delta Dental Equity Hall - Bring Your Mini Horse to School Day
Hippotherapy Health Promotion Program Don’t worry – there aren’t any hippos wandering around PNWU, but our School of Occupational Therapy (SOT) students brought something almost…Continue Reading Bring Your Mini Horse to School Day - PNWU Shines at AAFP’s FUTURE Conference
This August, PNWU made a notable impact at the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) FUTURE national conference, held from August 1-3 in Kansas City,…Continue Reading PNWU Shines at AAFP’s FUTURE Conference - White Coat Ceremony Honors PNWU’s Third Class of Doctor of Physical Therapy Students
On Friday, August 9, 2024, PNWU hosted our School of Physical Therapy’s third-annual White Coat Ceremony. The celebration, which took place at The Seasons Performance…Continue Reading White Coat Ceremony Honors PNWU’s Third Class of Doctor of Physical Therapy Students - PNWU Once Again Leads the Nation in Mission Fulfillment
On Wednesday, July 24, U.S. News and World Report released their annual Best Grad Schools list, once again recognizing PNWU’s College of Osteopathic Medicine (PNWU-COM)…Continue Reading PNWU Once Again Leads the Nation in Mission Fulfillment - PNWU Hosts Health Workforce Listening Session and Council Meeting to Address Healthcare Disparities
In a concerted effort to address healthcare disparities in rural and medically underserved communities, PNWU recently played host to the Health Workforce Listening Session and…Continue Reading PNWU Hosts Health Workforce Listening Session and Council Meeting to Address Healthcare Disparities - Reconnect and Celebrate at the PNWU Welcome Back Event
The power of PNWU’s close-knit community is set to shine once again at the eagerly anticipated PNWU Welcome Back Event. Scheduled for Tuesday, September 10…Continue Reading Reconnect and Celebrate at the PNWU Welcome Back Event - Four PNWU Student Doctors Selected to Serve on National SOMA Committees
Four PNWU Student Doctors have been selected to serve on national Student Osteopathic Medical Association (SOMA) committees. As SOMA committee members, Student Doctors Carley Murphy,…Continue Reading Four PNWU Student Doctors Selected to Serve on National SOMA Committees - CareQuest Grant Aims to Enhance Healthcare Delivery in Underserved Areas
Dr. Fotinos S. Panagakos, Dr. Angela Stewart, and Ms. Jennifer Garehime have been awarded a multiyear grant from the CareQuest Foundation for their project at…Continue Reading CareQuest Grant Aims to Enhance Healthcare Delivery in Underserved Areas - PNWU Alum Dr. Polly Wiltz Awarded for Excellence by U.S. Surgeon General
This week, Polly Wiltz, DO, PNWU-COM Class of 2022, was awarded the Doctors for America (DFA) Founders Award for Excellence. The honor recognizes Dr. Wiltz’s…Continue Reading PNWU Alum Dr. Polly Wiltz Awarded for Excellence by U.S. Surgeon General - “Honoring Differences, Demonstrating Resilience”
PNWU Hosts the College of Osteopathic Medicine Class of 2026’s White Coat Ceremony On Friday, May 31, 2024, Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU)…Continue Reading “Honoring Differences, Demonstrating Resilience” - PNWU Hosts Inaugural University Faculty Awards Ceremony
On Wednesday, May 15, PNWU hosted the inaugural University Faculty Awards Ceremony. The celebration, which took place in the foyer of the MultiCare Learning Center,…Continue Reading PNWU Hosts Inaugural University Faculty Awards Ceremony - PNWU Hosts Thirteenth Annual Commencement Ceremonies Live from Yakima’s Capitol Theatre
The celebrations honored 178 PNWU Health Sciences graduates, who join over 1,500 PNWU alumni in service to rural and medically underserved communities of the Pacific…Continue Reading PNWU Hosts Thirteenth Annual Commencement Ceremonies Live from Yakima’s Capitol Theatre - Bacon vs. Oatmeal
Inside PNWU’s 2024 Finals Breakfast On Monday, May 13, a cluster of chef hats and cooking aprons mixed into Butler-Haney Hall’s swirling sea of scrubs…Continue Reading Bacon vs. Oatmeal - PNWU Hosts Roots to Wings Closing Ceremony
On Thursday, April 18, PNWU hosted the Roots to Wings (RTW) Closing Ceremony. Featuring an opening prayer from Yakama Elder Anthony Washines, Aztec Dancers, and…Continue Reading PNWU Hosts Roots to Wings Closing Ceremony - Walking the Walk
Student Doctor Rachel Vance, SOPT Class of 2025, Honored for Civic Engagement, Community Leadership, and Social Entrepreneurship The Washington Campus Coalition for the Public Good…Continue Reading Walking the Walk - Dr. Cutchin Publishes “Forward-Looking” Handbook on Aging and Place
Dr. Malcolm Cutchin, professor and director of research in PNWU’s School of Occupational Therapy, recently had his seventh edited volume, Handbook on Aging and Place,…Continue Reading Dr. Cutchin Publishes “Forward-Looking” Handbook on Aging and Place - PNWU Debuts in National Occupational Therapy Program Rankings
The Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) program is a mere nine months old, having matriculated its first…Continue Reading PNWU Debuts in National Occupational Therapy Program Rankings - PNWU Student Doctors Present at Nation’s Largest Neurology Gathering
PNWU students recently represented our university at the 2024 American Academy of Neurology’s (AAN) Annual Meeting, held in Denver, CO. Student Doctors Rana Sherif, PNWU-COM…Continue Reading PNWU Student Doctors Present at Nation’s Largest Neurology Gathering - PNWU Hosts Largest Residency Fair in University History
On Friday, April 12, PNWU hosted our annual Residency Fair. With over 30 residency programs on campus to showcase their offerings, this year’s Fair was…Continue Reading PNWU Hosts Largest Residency Fair in University History - PNWU Hosts “Best Symposium Ever”
On Monday, April 8, PNWU hosted our annual Research Symposium. This year’s event was the largest in university history, with 57 scientific posters from our students,…Continue Reading PNWU Hosts “Best Symposium Ever” - PNWU Hosts Inaugural Anato-Bee
Last weekend, PNWU hosted the Anato-Bee. A national high school outreach initiative promoting education in the anatomical sciences, the Anato-Bee tests high school students’ knowledge…Continue Reading PNWU Hosts Inaugural Anato-Bee - Grant Enables NIHC to Expand Culinary Medicine Offerings
The Northwest Interprofessional Health Collaborative (NIHC) recently secured a $56,800 grant from Greater Health Now’s Community Investment program, Connect2Everyone. The grant empowers the NIHC to enhance the…Continue Reading Grant Enables NIHC to Expand Culinary Medicine Offerings - PNWU Hosts Mini Med School
This past weekend, PNWU hosted our annual Mini Med School. The free family event welcomed community members to our health sciences campus to learn about…Continue Reading PNWU Hosts Mini Med School - Lolinda Turner Elected to Washington’s Commission on African American Affairs
Lolinda Turner, our School of Dental Medicine’s director of student success and engagement, was recently appointed to the State of Washington’s Commission on African American Affairs….Continue Reading Lolinda Turner Elected to Washington’s Commission on African American Affairs - PNWU Hosts Rising Together Student Leadership Conference
On Wednesday, March 13, PNWU hosted the Rising Together Student Leadership Conference. A collaboration of Educational Service District (ESD) 105 and PNWU’s Service and Social…Continue Reading PNWU Hosts Rising Together Student Leadership Conference - PNWU Celebrates Match Day 2024
On Friday, March 15, PNWU celebrated Match Day 2024. At the time of this writing, 97.3% of our College of Osteopathic Medicine’s Class of 2024…Continue Reading PNWU Celebrates Match Day 2024 - PNWU Representatives Attend 2024 AMOPS Conference
A collection of PNWU representatives recently attended the Association of Military Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons’ (AMOPS’) 2024 Meeting and Medical Conference. The annual event –…Continue Reading PNWU Representatives Attend 2024 AMOPS Conference - Run For Your Life Returns to Campus, Raises Over $16K for Student Scholarships
On Saturday, March 2, PNWU hosted the Run For Your Life 5K and Health Fair. 231 people registered for the family-friendly event, resulting in over $16,000 of…Continue Reading Run For Your Life Returns to Campus, Raises Over $16K for Student Scholarships - PNWU Student Doctors Shine in Military Medicine Residency Match
Each year, soon-to-be-graduates of PNWU’s College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM) apply to residency positions throughout the country, with most learning their results on Match Day…Continue Reading PNWU Student Doctors Shine in Military Medicine Residency Match - Warmth, Belonging, and Pride
PNWU students collaborate with the University’s Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (ODEIB) to celebrate Black History Month at PNWU. In honor of the…Continue Reading Warmth, Belonging, and Pride - Ski Day 2024
Last week, more than 30 PNWU alumni, students, faculty and staff converged – at 4,500 feet – to shred the slopes of White Pass for PNWU’s…Continue Reading Ski Day 2024 - State of Washington House Healthcare & Wellness Committee Speech: Dr. Michael Lawler, President of PNWU
On January 16, 2024, PNWU President Michael Lawler, PhD, was invited to the Washington State Capitol to update the State’s Healthcare & Wellness Committee on the…Continue Reading State of Washington House Healthcare & Wellness Committee Speech: Dr. Michael Lawler, President of PNWU - A Drive to Care
From classroom to clinic, PNWU grad Katheryn Hudon, DO, is impacting the health of her community. With the help of PNWU student volunteers, and in…Continue Reading A Drive to Care - A World of Opportunity in Our Backyard
Roots to Wings visits YV-Tech for an inspiring glimpse at the wealth of health sciences opportunities available in our Valley. The Roots to Wings (RTW) program recently visited…Continue Reading A World of Opportunity in Our Backyard - Hands-On Inspiration
Thirty-five local middle school students recently stopped by PNWU’s campus for an inside look at our health sciences university. Led by their Automation, Robotics and…Continue Reading Hands-On Inspiration - PNWU Toy Drive Helps to Bring Holiday Cheer to 64 Local Children
On Tuesday, December 12, a host of “Santa’s Elves” dashed from PNWU’s campus toward downtown Yakima, laughing all the way (HO HO HO!) to the…Continue Reading PNWU Toy Drive Helps to Bring Holiday Cheer to 64 Local Children - Student Doctor Jennifer Wong, PNWU-COM Class of 2024, Wins Outstanding Student Award
Student Doctor Jennifer Wong, PNWU-COM Class of 2024, was recently named a Douglas S. Paauw MD Outstanding Student in Internal Medicine. The award, presented annually…Continue Reading Student Doctor Jennifer Wong, PNWU-COM Class of 2024, Wins Outstanding Student Award - Compassion, Honesty & Trust
Barbara Steward, DO PNWU-COM Class of 2020 As a primary care physician in her hometown of Plains, Montana, Dr. Barbara Steward is caring for people…Continue Reading Compassion, Honesty & Trust - PNWU-COM Students and Faculty Embark on Educational Journey to Uganda
This summer, a group of professors and students from PNWU ventured to Uganda for an enriching two-week experience in health sciences education. Led by Dr….Continue Reading PNWU-COM Students and Faculty Embark on Educational Journey to Uganda - Understanding Poverty: A Glimpse into the NIHC Poverty Simulation
The Community Action Poverty Simulation (CAPS) Hosted by the Northwest Interprofessional Health Collaborative (NIHC), the Community Action Poverty Simulation (CAPS) took place on October 27….Continue Reading Understanding Poverty: A Glimpse into the NIHC Poverty Simulation - PNWU Begins Construction on one of the Country’s “Most Innovative” Dental Schools
A $12 million grant from Delta Dental of Washington enabled PNWU to be the first dental school in the nation in which students will have…Continue Reading PNWU Begins Construction on one of the Country’s “Most Innovative” Dental Schools - Inside PNWU’s Homecoming Weekend
A collection of familiar faces returned to campus this week as PNWU hosted Homecoming 2023. Over 100 PNWU community members – including 52 PNWU Alumni –…Continue Reading Inside PNWU’s Homecoming Weekend - MultiCare Learning Center opens at Pacific Northwest University
Building comes from $8 million gift to PNWU TACOMA, Wash. — Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) in Yakima will unveil the MultiCare Learning…Continue Reading MultiCare Learning Center opens at Pacific Northwest University - Celebrating Grants and Research at PNWU
PNWU recently honored the outstanding research and grant achievements of our community during the 2023 Grants and Research Reception. Congratulations to all who were recognized!…Continue Reading Celebrating Grants and Research at PNWU - “To Feel Known and Cared For”
PNWU Pair Earn Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine Awards Naomi Leon-Guerrero, DO, PNWU-COM Class of 2023, and PNWU Chair of Internal Medicine Mark Baldwin, DO,…Continue Reading “To Feel Known and Cared For” - “Be Amazing and Make a Difference”
PNWU Hosts the College of Osteopathic Medicine Class of 2025’s White Coat Ceremony On Friday, June 2, 2023, Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU)…Continue Reading “Be Amazing and Make a Difference” - PNWU Ranked Top 10 U.S. Medical School in Three Mission-Related Categories
PNWU has once again been ranked a top-ten medical school in the United States in three major mission-related categories. U.S. News and World Report’s Best…Continue Reading PNWU Ranked Top 10 U.S. Medical School in Three Mission-Related Categories - PNWU’s Twelfth Annual Commencement Ceremony to Honor 160 New Health Sciences Grads
On Saturday, May 20, 2023, Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) hosted the Twelfth Annual PNWU Commencement Ceremony live from Yakima’s historic Capitol Theatre….Continue Reading PNWU’s Twelfth Annual Commencement Ceremony to Honor 160 New Health Sciences Grads - Leading the Charge for Change
Student Doctor Elizabeth Kosanke Represents the State of Washington, PNWU, and Her Fellow Military Osteopathic Medical Students on D.C.’s Capitol Hill PNWU Student Doctor Elizabeth…Continue Reading Leading the Charge for Change - Inside PNWU’s 2023 Research Symposium
On Monday, April 10, PNWU hosted the 2023 Research Symposium. Nearly 200 people attended the annual campus community event, which showcased 41 research projects reflecting…Continue Reading Inside PNWU’s 2023 Research Symposium - Campus Competition Collects Over 2.3K Items for PNWU Food Pantry
As the Chair of PNWU’s Service and Social Engagement Committee, Cat McCulley recently connected with her colleagues to kickstart a good-natured competition aimed at making…Continue Reading Campus Competition Collects Over 2.3K Items for PNWU Food Pantry - Hitting the Slopes for PNWU Ski Day 2023
As she searched for medical schools to apply to, PNWU Student Doctor Angie Maxson was seeking a few standout qualities. A good graduate education program,…Continue Reading Hitting the Slopes for PNWU Ski Day 2023 - PNWU Selects Dr. Wayne Miller as Provost
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) has hired Dr. Wayne C. Miller to serve as the University’s Provost and Chief Academic Officer. Dr. Miller…Continue Reading PNWU Selects Dr. Wayne Miller as Provost - PNWU Celebrates Match Day 2023
On Friday, March 17, PNWU’s soon-to-be-graduating Class of 2023 celebrated Match Day. As student doctors throughout the nation prepared to uncover the next steps in…Continue Reading PNWU Celebrates Match Day 2023 - PNWU to Host Run For Your Life 5K Fun Run/Walk and Health Fair March 25
On Saturday, March 25, PNWU will host our annual Run For Your Life 5K and Health Fair. Kicking off from in front of BHH at…Continue Reading PNWU to Host Run For Your Life 5K Fun Run/Walk and Health Fair March 25 - Get the Facts, End the Stigma, Take Action
PNWU to Host Fentanyl Epidemic Townhall March 23 On Thursday, March 23, from 6:00-7:30 p.m., PNWU will welcome Yakima community members to our campus for…Continue Reading Get the Facts, End the Stigma, Take Action - Campus Event Invites Community to Learn About PNWU, Introduces Local Kids to the Wonders of Science and Health
A poster has been catching eyes on PNWU’s campus and beyond, inviting local kids and families to explore the health sciences alongside our own multi-talented…Continue Reading Campus Event Invites Community to Learn About PNWU, Introduces Local Kids to the Wonders of Science and Health - Through Advocacy, We Can Change That
PNWU representatives visit The Washington State Capitol to advocate for the power of physical therapy. “Participating in advocacy like this makes you realize that you…Continue Reading Through Advocacy, We Can Change That - Dismantling Inequities in Care
Dr. Rebeca Segraves, assistant professor in PNWU’s School of Physical Therapy, has long been committed to improving women’s health. As her passions shaped her path,…Continue Reading Dismantling Inequities in Care - Family Medicine
Dr. Brooke Steadman, PNWU-COM Class of 2019, brings compassionate care to her beloved hometown. “Everything comes back to family for me,” explained Brooke Steadman, DO,…Continue Reading Family Medicine - Student Doctor Sadie Walter, OMS III, Named PNWU’s Student Researcher of the Year
Student Doctor Sadie Walter, OMS III, was recently named PNWU’s Student Researcher of the Year (SROY). The honor reflects her award-winning radiology research, which includes…Continue Reading Student Doctor Sadie Walter, OMS III, Named PNWU’s Student Researcher of the Year - Dr. William Elliott Named NBOME Preventive Medicine and Health Promotion Item Writer of the Year
Dr. William Elliott, PNWU’s chair of biomedical sciences and chief of pharmacology, was recently named the 2022 Preventive Medicine and Health Promotion Item Writer of…Continue Reading Dr. William Elliott Named NBOME Preventive Medicine and Health Promotion Item Writer of the Year - Student Doctor Andy Shang, OMS II, Named PNWU Student Doctor of the Year
PNWU Student Doctor Andy Shang, OMS II, has been named PNWU’s 2023 Student Doctor of the Year. Selected from a deep and accomplished applicant pool,…Continue Reading Student Doctor Andy Shang, OMS II, Named PNWU Student Doctor of the Year - New PNWU Program Aims to Help People Participate in Life
As PNWU grows, so too must the opportunities we offer. Scholarships play a vital role in those opportunities, eroding the barriers that stand between our…Continue Reading New PNWU Program Aims to Help People Participate in Life - PNWU Student Doctor Breeana Wade Elected First Secretary-Treasurer of the ACOI’s Student Osteopathic Internal Medicine Association
The American College of Osteopathic Internists (ACOI) recently elected PNWU Student Doctor Breeana Wade, OMS II, as the first Secretary-Treasurer of their newly-formed Student Osteopathic…Continue Reading PNWU Student Doctor Breeana Wade Elected First Secretary-Treasurer of the ACOI’s Student Osteopathic Internal Medicine Association - PNWU Holiday Drive Delivers Tidings of Comfort and Joy to Local Families in Need
The annual effort resulted in more donations to the YWCA than ever before, with sixteen local families benefitting from the joy-inspiring generosity of the PNWU…Continue Reading PNWU Holiday Drive Delivers Tidings of Comfort and Joy to Local Families in Need - PNWU Students Welcome a Jolly, Happy Soul to Campus
As snow flurries accumulated on the back lawn of Butler-Haney Hall, a single thought frosted the mind of PNWU Student Doctor Preston Baker: SNOWBALL FIGHT….Continue Reading PNWU Students Welcome a Jolly, Happy Soul to Campus - Annual PNWU Talent Show Promotes Comradery & Showcases Incredible Campus Community
Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, students of all ages: Tune your instruments, smear on your mime makeup, pull your magic tricks from your white…Continue Reading Annual PNWU Talent Show Promotes Comradery & Showcases Incredible Campus Community - Compassionate Perseverance
Amineta Sy, OMS IV, Named PNWU’s Internal Medicine Student of the Year The American College of Physician’s has named Amineta Sy, OMS IV, PNWU’s Internal…Continue Reading Compassionate Perseverance - Simulation Activity Aims to Enhance Awareness of Poverty’s Devastating Impacts
Tomorrow (Oct. 28) from 1-4 p.m., the Yakima Valley Interprofessional Practice & Education Collaborative (YVIPEC) will host a Community Action Poverty Simulation (CAPS) in PNWU’s…Continue Reading Simulation Activity Aims to Enhance Awareness of Poverty’s Devastating Impacts