Category: News

Pacific Power Foundation Grant Fuels Roots to Wings’ Mission to Empower Future Health Leaders

In continued support of educational opportunity and community vitality, the Pacific Power Foundation recently awarded Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) a $5,000 Education and STEM grant to support the growth of the Roots to Wings (RTW) program. The grant underscores a shared mission between Pacific Power and PNWU: to empower underserved youth through…Continue Reading Pacific Power Foundation Grant Fuels Roots to Wings’ Mission to Empower Future Health Leaders

Research Takes Flight

A Second-Story Balcony. A Community of Scholars. An Unforgettable Academic Tradition: Inside PNWU’s Second Annual Paper Airplane Contest. At Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU), rigorous research and high-level academia are part of the daily fabric. But sometimes, that fabric needs to be folded — sharply, diagonally, and then thrown off a balcony. This…Continue Reading Research Takes Flight

Learning to Lead: How Four PNWU Students Are Shaping the Future of Medicine

At PNWU, Student Doctors step into national roles while staying grounded in the communities they serve. In a landscape where healthcare disparities persist and medical systems strain to meet growing demands, the future of medicine is being quietly shaped in places like Yakima, Washington. Representing the Student Osteopathic Medical Association (SOMA) at the national level,…Continue Reading Learning to Lead: How Four PNWU Students Are Shaping the Future of Medicine

Beyond the Promise

As she honors her grandfather’s memory, Student Doctor Ale Gonzalez prepares to fulfill her lifelong desire to help those in need as a member of our inaugural School of Dental Medicine class. By Ale Gonzalez, PNWU-SDM Class of 2029 My journey towards dentistry has been anything but straightforward. My initial foray into the medical field…Continue Reading Beyond the Promise

Delta Dental of Washington Board Visits PNWU, Deepening Partnership to Expand Access to Dental Care Across the Northwest

In Yakima, a growing alliance between education and community health takes center stage On June 16, Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) welcomed members of the Delta Dental of Washington Board of Directors to its Yakima campus for a landmark gathering inside the newly constructed Delta Dental Equity Hall. The visit served as both…Continue Reading Delta Dental of Washington Board Visits PNWU, Deepening Partnership to Expand Access to Dental Care Across the Northwest

World-Class, Close to Home

Dr. Malcolm Cutchin Named Among Top 0.5% of Scholars Worldwide As one of the world’s top-ranked scholars, Dr. Malcolm Cutchin has spent a career exploring the complex connections between place, equity, and well-being — leaving a legacy that continues to shape PNWU’s programs and the communities they serve. “I’ve always loved the pursuit of ideas,”…Continue Reading World-Class, Close to Home

Accelerating Impact

Full Accreditation Elevates PNWU’s Physical Therapy Program as First Graduates Begin Practice On Thursday, May 29, Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences officially received word that our School of Physical Therapy (SOPT) has earned full accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). With the echoes of a commencement celebration honoring the…Continue Reading Accelerating Impact

PNWU Celebrates Dual Commencement Ceremonies Honoring Over 200 Graduates Across Four Mission-Driven Programs

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

PNWU and Yakima Neighborhood Health Services Break Ground on New Dental Clinic to Train Next Generation of Dentists

On May 5, Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) and Yakima Neighborhood Health Services (YNHS) broke ground on a new dental clinic that is poised to transform both dental education and access to care in rural and underserved communities across the Pacific Northwest. The two-story, 15,220 sq. ft. facility — located in Yakima’s Terrace…Continue Reading PNWU and Yakima Neighborhood Health Services Break Ground on New Dental Clinic to Train Next Generation of Dentists

2025 PNWU Scholarship Luncheon Celebration

On Friday, we gathered to celebrate the incredible generosity and dedication that fuel our students’ journeys. The 2025 PNWU Scholarship Luncheon Celebration honored over 50 scholarship recipients and highlighted more than $350,000 in PNWU scholarship support, made possible through the unwavering commitment of our donors and community partners. For the first time, the annual tradition…Continue Reading 2025 PNWU Scholarship Luncheon Celebration