Responsible Unit: OIIE | Executive lead: Vice President for Academic Affairs and ProvostCreated: 2/25/2025 | Reviewed/Revised: 5/10/2025 | Effective: 6/10/2025 Compliance: NWCCU Standards 1.B.1, 1.B.4, 1.C.5, 1.C.7 Approving Body: ELT | Classification: Institution-wide Policy: Academic Program Reviews (APRs) will be conducted for all PNWU Academic Programs at least once every five years to evaluate their quality and…Continue Reading Academic Program Review Policy
(This is a "Page")COM GME Program Accreditation Policy
Responsible Unit: GME | Executive lead: COM DeanCreated: 8/10/2018 | Reviewed/Revised: 2/25/2025, 6/3/2025 | Effective: 8/10/2018 Compliance: COCA 10.2Approving Body: Dean’s Council | Classification: College of Osteopathic Medicine Policy: Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine (PNWU-COM) assists new and existing graduate medical education (GME) programs directly as requested or with partnership such…Continue Reading COM GME Program Accreditation Policy
(This is a "Page")Student Accounts Receivable Collections (Withdrawn Students) Policy
Responsible Unit: Finance – Student Accounts | Executive lead: Vice President for FinanceCreated: 4/10/2025 | Reviewed/Revised: < > | Effective: 6/1/2025 Compliance: Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 172-144-140 Approving Body: ELT | Classification: Institution-wide Policy: PNWU requires all students who withdraw from the university to fulfill their outstanding financial obligations, including tuition, fees, and related charges, in accordance…Continue Reading Student Accounts Receivable Collections (Withdrawn Students) Policy
To This Moment and Beyond: Student Doctor Megan Kenner’s Path to Clinical Practice
Student Doctor Megan Kenner on growth, her peers, and her passion for serving underserved communities. On Tuesday, May 27, Student Doctor Megan Kenner crossed the stage of Yakima’s historic Capitol Theatre, donning her white coat alongside her fellow PNWU College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM) Class of 2027 peers. The 2025 White Coat Ceremony marked a…Continue Reading To This Moment and Beyond: Student Doctor Megan Kenner’s Path to Clinical Practice
A Common Thread
On Tuesday, May 27, 2025, PNWU celebrated a defining moment in the journey of our College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM) students: the White Coat Ceremony for the Class of 2027. “The significance of this ceremony is not the White Coat – it’s those seated in front of me,” explained Dr. Thomas Scandalis, Dean of PNW-COM,…Continue Reading A Common Thread
A Proud Tradition of Purpose-Driven Care Continues
PNWU-COM Celebrates the Class of 2025: 139 New DOs Prepared to Impact Care Across the Northwest and Beyond 139 graduates of Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences’ College of Osteopathic Medicine (PNWU-COM) officially joined the ranks of PNWU’s growing legacy of health care leaders during the University’s 2025 Commencement Ceremony. With their hooding, PNWU-COM’s Class…Continue Reading A Proud Tradition of Purpose-Driven Care Continues
Change Begins Here
PNWU Honors Fourth Graduating Class of Master of Arts in Medical Sciences Students In a ceremony filled with pride and reflection, Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) celebrated the graduation of its fourth Master of Arts in Medical Sciences (MAMS) class. The 22 graduates were honored during the morning commencement ceremony, joining the growing…Continue Reading Change Begins Here
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 Names Dr. Michael H. Mittelman as Next President
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Michael H. Mittelman as its next president. A nationally respected leader in health care and higher education, Dr. Mittelman brings a distinguished career in military medicine, academic leadership, and health system innovation to PNWU at a transformative time in the…Continue Reading PNWU Names Dr. Michael H. Mittelman as Next President
(This is a "Page")Assigning Workspace & Workspace Furnishings
Responsible Unit: Facilities | Executive Lead: Vice President, Technology & OperationsAssociation policy, accreditation standard(s), and/or regulation(s): NoneCreated: 3/2025 | Reviewed/Revised: Effective: 5/2025 Workspace Assignments The goal in assigning workspaces is to ensure, in a transparent and fair way, that PNWU employees have the environment necessary to fulfill their work duties and the university’s mission. …Continue Reading Assigning Workspace & Workspace Furnishings