Category: News

PNWU’s 2025 Residency Fair: Connecting Students with Their Future Medical Careers

On Friday, April 4, PNWU hosted its annual Residency Fair, an event that continues to be a cornerstone of the student experience for future physicians. Held from noon to 2 p.m. in the Grand Foyer of Butler-Haney Hall, the 2025 Residency Fair welcomed residency programs from across the region, offering PNWU students a valuable opportunity…Continue Reading PNWU’s 2025 Residency Fair: Connecting Students with Their Future Medical Careers

Student Dr. Megan Nelson Honored with Student Civic Leadership Award

PNWU is proud to celebrate Student Doctor Megan Nelson, PNWU College of Osteopathic Medicine Class of 2025, for being named a Student Civic Leadership Awardee by the Washington Campus Coalition. The prestigious honor recognizes her commitment to service, leadership, and advocacy — values that have shaped her path from Alaska to PNWU; a journey that…Continue Reading Student Dr. Megan Nelson Honored with Student Civic Leadership Award

PNWU Honors David Dommermuth and Dr. Katheryn Hudon with the Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine Award

The Gold Humanism Honor Society’s (GHHS) Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine Award is one of the highest honors bestowed upon graduating medical students and faculty.  Recognizing exceptional compassion, integrity, and dedication to patient-centered care, the award celebrates individuals who not only excel in medicine but also foster empathy, mentorship, and a culture of humanism in…Continue Reading PNWU Honors David Dommermuth and Dr. Katheryn Hudon with the Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine Award

PNWU Celebrates Match Day 2025

On Friday, March 21, PNWU celebrated Match Day 2025. 98.5% of our College of Osteopathic Medicine’s (COM’s) Class of 2025 who sought residency placements achieved them. Over 55% of those residencies are in primary care specialties, such as family medicine, internal medicine, and pediatrics – a direct reflection of our mission. “Our match rate and…Continue Reading PNWU Celebrates Match Day 2025

Understanding and Addressing Ableism

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

Medicine and Machu Picchu

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

Less Alone, More Understood

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

“We’re Here to Be Part of the Solution”

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”

More Than Words and Letters

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

PNWU Students Host Week of Belonging

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