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
Inside the 2025 Rising Together Student Leadership Conference A buzz of excitement filled the air as nearly 300 high school students from across the Yakima Valley stepped onto PNWU’s health sciences campus for the 2025 Rising Together Student Leadership Conference. Hosted in partnership with ESD 105’s Migrant Education Program and the Migrant Voice Society, the…Continue Reading Space to Belong, Opportunity to Achieve
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 understand our own abilities and biases, the more effectively we can recognize and accommodate diverse perspectives.” An Assistant Professor in PNWU’s School of Physical Therapy, Dr. Fleckenstein is set to…Continue Reading Understanding and Addressing Ableism
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, language acquisition, and the importance of compassion in patient care. Read about her transformative experience and the powerful impact of bridging language barriers in healthcare. In second grade, I was…Continue Reading Medicine and Machu Picchu
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 of Osteopathic Medicine Class of 2028. “We have to actively create that sense of community, for ourselves and for each other.” For Student Doctor Allen, that sense of community was…Continue Reading Less Alone, More Understood
PNWU’s Mini-Med School Triples in Size On Saturday, March 22, PNWU welcomed nearly 300 young students — three times last year’s attendance — for our annual Mini-Med School. Hosted annually on our Yakima health sciences campus, the hands-on, immersive experience is designed to introduce kids to the world of medicine. Hosted by PNWU’s student-led clubs,…Continue Reading Inspiring Future Healers
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, using their voices to advocate for vital healthcare policies and increased access to training opportunities for future physicians. “DO Day is a great way to practice public speaking and engage…Continue Reading “We’re Here to Be Part of the Solution”
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 of PNWU students, faculty and staff are rising above the noise to ensure they are a reality at their health sciences university. With the support of PNWU’s administration, Student Doctor…Continue Reading More Than Words and Letters
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 understanding and connection to the diverse perspectives within our community. Week of Belonging is all about embracing diversity, fostering inclusion, and building a sense of belonging at PNWU. The week…Continue Reading PNWU Students Host Week of Belonging