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PNWU SOPT Students Advocate for the Future of Physical Therapy at APTA Legislative Impact Day

PNWU Physical Therapy Students

On January 21, a group of second-year students from Pacific Northwest University’s School of Physical Therapy (SOPT) traveled to Olympia, Washington, to participate in the annual American Physical Therapy Association of Washington (APTWA) Legislative Impact Day, joining physical therapy students and professionals from across the state to advocate for the advancement of their profession.  During the event, PNWU…Continue Reading PNWU SOPT Students Advocate for the Future of Physical Therapy at APTA Legislative Impact Day

From the Projects to a Purpose

Student Doctor Maryan Abdi’s Fight for Representation For Student Doctor Maryan Abdi, the path to medicine wasn’t paved with privilege. It was forged in the projects of the Greater Seattle area. Born to refugee parents who fled the civil war in Somalia, Student Doctor Abdi grew up in Section 8 housing. While she eventually found…Continue Reading From the Projects to a Purpose

PNWU Students Help Bring MLK’s Legacy to Life Through Art, Learning, and Community Partnership

On Monday, PNWU Roots to Wings students played an integral role in the Annual MLK March and Celebration in Yakima, an event hosted by Yakima Community Leaders under the direction of OIC of Washington. This year’s celebration, centered on the theme Building Community, invited participants from across the region to honor the life, leadership, and…Continue Reading PNWU Students Help Bring MLK’s Legacy to Life Through Art, Learning, and Community Partnership

Military Match 2026

This year, 11 PNWU College of Osteopathic students have successfully matched into specialties through the military match process, a significant milestone in their journey to becoming exceptional healthcare providers. This achievement reflects not only their hard work and dedication but also the unwavering support of our faculty, staff, and clinical partners who help prepare these…Continue Reading Military Match 2026

PNWU Receives Maximum 10-Year Accreditation for College of Osteopathic Medicine

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences announced today that its College of Osteopathic Medicine (PNWU-COM) has been granted full 10-year accreditation by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA), the longest accreditation cycle awarded and a distinction reserved for institutions demonstrating exceptional strength and stability. While seven-year accreditation is the national standard for osteopathic medical…Continue Reading PNWU Receives Maximum 10-Year Accreditation for College of Osteopathic Medicine

Clearer Roads Ahead

PNWU OT Students Help Older Drivers Rediscover Comfort and Confidence The parking lot of Yakima’s Harman Center filled steadily on Wednesday, December 3, with older adults arriving for Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences’ (PNWU’s) first annual CarFit event. Organized by PNWU’s School of Occupational Therapy as part of Older Driver Safety Awareness Week, the…Continue Reading Clearer Roads Ahead

PNWU Doctor of Physical Therapy Students Bring Camaraderie and Movement to Local Parkinson’s Community

Parkinson's PWR Moves Class at PNWU.

Students from Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences School of Physical Therapy recently partnered with the local community to make a meaningful impact for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease. As part of their commitment to hands-on learning and service, four Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students, Jose Nato Palma, Ryan Beck, Helly Patel, and Ramon Alvarez,…Continue Reading PNWU Doctor of Physical Therapy Students Bring Camaraderie and Movement to Local Parkinson’s Community

Students Step Into Real-World Healthcare Pressure During “Friday Night at the ER” 

Northwest Interprofessional Healthcare Collaborative (NIHC) hosted Friday Night at the ER.

NIHC Brings Engaging Interprofessional Simulation to PNWU   On Friday, November 14, the Northwest Interprofessional Healthcare Collaborative (NIHC) hosted Friday Night at the ER. An immersive, team-based learning experience, the simulation event challenged students to collaborate under pressure, think strategically, and navigate the complexities of real-world healthcare systems.  “Friday Night at the ER is a dynamic, hands-on simulation that brings…Continue Reading Students Step Into Real-World Healthcare Pressure During “Friday Night at the ER” 

Blending Expertise 

PNWU Dermatology Club with WSU

PNWU Dermatology Club and WSU Pharmacy Students Join Forces for Collaborative Workshop  PNWU’s Dermatology Club recently partnered with Washington State University’s Doctor of Pharmacy program to host an interprofessional compounding pharmacy workshop. The hands-on event brought future physicians and pharmacists together around a shared goal: strengthening patient care through collaboration.  Compounding — the practice of creating…Continue Reading Blending Expertise 

Community Invited to First Ever Yakima Valley Diabetes Symposium at PNWU

Free event offers education, resources, and real solutions for patients, families, and future healthcare providers  Yakima, WA — On Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) will host the First Ever Yakima Valley Diabetes Symposium, a free, community-centered event designed to empower individuals living with diabetes and those who…Continue Reading Community Invited to First Ever Yakima Valley Diabetes Symposium at PNWU