Posts By Rodney Tanaka

WesternU developed a unique, 30,000-square-foot “classroom” at Fairplex in Pomona, California to ensure COMP and College of Podiatric Medicine students would get hands-on training in a safe, socially-distanced environment.
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Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and COMP-Northwest students in Pomona, California and Lebanon, Oregon have endured disruption, stress and a pandemic. But their grit and determination led them to a pivotal moment in their medical careers – matching into a residency.
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Ann S. Masten, PhD, LP, Regents Professor of Child Development at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, presented “COVID-19 Risks and Resilience for Child Behavior and Development” at the Dr. Robert L. Austin Endowed Lectureship in Pediatric Medicine, Pharmacology & Health Care Policy March 17, 2021 at Western University of Health Sciences.
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Western University of Health Sciences’ College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and COMP-Northwest have taken a multi-tiered approach to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), evaluating and modifying curriculum, recruitment, …
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The WesternU Health Vaccine Clinic is protecting thousands of people against COVID-19 while earning high praise and providing “peace of mind” for those who walk through the doors.

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Western University of Health Sciences Senior Vice President for Finance, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer Kevin D. Shaw will retire on April 2, 2021 after more than 30 years of service to the University.
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WesternU Professor Michel Baudry, PhD, was inducted as a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) on Feb. 8, 2021. He is also reaching a pivotal moment in his lifelong research into learning and memory, which could have wide-ranging impact on treating concussions and other traumatic brain injuries.
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Western University of Health Sciences celebrated a unique, memorable “A Tribute to Caring” gala Saturday, Feb. 13, 2021. The virtual, online event highlighted WesternU students who have donated their time, skills and knowledge to help others during the pandemic.
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Western University of Health Sciences President Daniel R. Wilson, MD, PhD, has been named to the Fulbright Specialist roster. Fulbright specialists serve as expert consultants on curriculum, faculty development, institutional planning, and related subjects at academic institutions abroad for a period of two to six weeks at a time.
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WesternU has been designated a Los Angeles County community health care partner providing vaccines in accordance with COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Guidelines. In this capacity, WesternU will administer COVID-19 vaccinations to Los Angeles County residents and WesternU community members who meet the eligibility criteria.
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