Welcome Student Families

A Message From Your Host: James Franco

Welcome parents and family of the Class of 2026!

As the proud parent of PNWU Student Doctor Tyler Franco, I am honored to welcome you to the new PNWU Student Families Program.

I am blessed to play a part in Tyler’s inspiring dream of serving others, as I know that my support may serve as fuel for his vision of revolutionizing community health. Today, we welcome you to join us on this transformative journey.

The PNWU Student Families Program offers you the opportunity to connect and engage with PNWU in supporting your loved one in a variety of meaningful ways, ensuring that you can celebrate the monumental milestones and astounding accomplishments to come, from the first day on campus to your loved one’s last step across the graduation stage as a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine.

Welcome to the PNWU family!

A Message from the President

A special message from our President, Michael J. Lawler, PhD

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Messages from Our New Students

Get to know the incoming PNWU Students!

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Take a Virtual Tour

Take a virtual tour of the PNWU campus.

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Life at PNWU

What’s it like to be a student at PNWU? Check out a full gallery of our students participating in various PNWU events both on and off-campus.

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What is a DO?

Osteopathic physicians, also known as DOs, work in partnership with their patients, considering the impact that lifestyle has on each individual’s health.

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PNWU Merchandise

Looking to show your PNWU pride? Visit our campus store for all the latest and greatest PNWU merchandise! 

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Things to Do in Yakima

Looking for something to do in the Yakima Valley? Check out the Yakima Valley Tourism website for a full list of activities and events! 

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The Care Package

PNWU’s quarterly connection – find out what’s happening on campus and beyond!

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