Office of DEI Virtual Launch

Revolutionizing Community Health: Announcing PNWU’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Meet PNWU’s Chief Diversity Officer, witness our vision of a more equitable tomorrow, learn how PNWU’s Office of DEI aims to revolutionize community health, hear from nationally recognized health policy influencers, and more…

Hosted by:
Dr. Michael J. Lawler, PNWU President

Introducing:
Dr. Mirna Ramos-Diaz, Chief Diversity Officer

Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Barbara Ross-Lee

Dr. Ross-Lee is an American Osteopathic physician, academic, and the first African American woman to serve as dean of a U.S. medical school. She is a nationally recognized expert on health policy issues and has served as an advisor for state and federal governments on primary care, medical education, and health care issues affecting minorities, women, and rural populations.

Additional Speakers:
Dr. Thomas Scandalis, Dean of PNWU’s College of Osteopathic Medicine
Yakama Elder Tony Washines
Jessica Owaka, PNWU Student Doctor (OMS IV)
Alexandria Olivo, PNWU Student Doctor (OMS IV)