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Dr. Melissa Flint Shares in Phoenix Mayor's Proclamation for MISS Foundation AZ

On Tuesday, May 7th, Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton issued an official proclamation naming May 19th as MISS Foundation Bereaved Parents' Day. More ››

Midwestern University Student Named National Student D.O. of the Year AZ

The American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) named Amber Hull, third-year osteopathic medical student at Midwestern University’s Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine (AZCOM), as National Student D.O. of the Year at the Annual AACOM Awards Banquet on Friday, April 26, in Baltimore, Maryland. More ››

Midwestern Dental Institute in Downers Grove Expands Team to Provide Quality Care IL

More than 20 new faculty members with years of dental practice experience have joined the team of professionals at Midwestern University’s Dental Institute to provide excellent dental care to the community. More ››

Groovin’ in the Grove Set for Mother’s Day Weekend IL

Kick off Mother’s Day weekend by participating in the annual “Groovin’ in the Grove” 5K Run and Fun Walk, coordinated by the Sports Medicine Club of Midwestern University on Saturday, May 11, 2013 at Midwestern University, 555 31st Street, Downers Grove, IL. More ››

Midwestern University’s Dental Institute Begins New Patient Screenings IL

Midwestern University’s new Dental Institute is currently accepting screening appointments for potential patients. The screenings will be held at the Dental Institute at the Midwestern Multispecialty Clinic located at 3450 Lacey Road, Downers Grove, IL. More ››

Midwestern University Continues to be Ranked as One of Valley’s Healthiest Employers AZ

Midwestern University, home to Arizona’s largest medical school, has been recognized for its employee health initiatives by the Phoenix Business Journal for the third consecutive year. More ››

Midwestern Student Organizes Run for Boston after Marathon Experience IL

More than 50 Midwestern University students and faculty members participated in a run in honor of those impacted by the Boston Marathon tragedy. More ››

Improv Night Features Laughter and Learning IL

It’s been said that laughter is the best medicine, and a group of Midwestern University students are finding out just how true that statement can be. Students studying clinical psychology on the Downers Grove Campus learn improvisational theater techniques in order to make them better healthcare professionals upon graduation. More ››

CCOM Students Celebrate National Osteopathic Medicine Week IL

Students at Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) are planning a series of events to celebrate National Osteopathic Medicine (NOM) Week which occurs April 14-20. More ››

CDMI Students Help Schoolchildren Brush Up On Oral Health IL

Armed with puppets, toothbrushes, sugar cubes, and information, students from Midwestern University’s College of Dental Medicine-Illinois (CDMI) set out this spring to promote oral health at local elementary schools. More ››

Learn More About Careers in Healthcare at Midwestern University IL

Do you want a career in healthcare? Learn more about the education necessary to succeed in a variety of healthcare careers at Midwestern University’s Healthcare Professions Career Day on Tuesday, April 23rd from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. More ››

Midwestern University Appoints Dr. Joshua Baker as Assistant Dean of Arizona College of Optometry AZ

Kathleen H. Goeppinger, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer, Midwestern University, is pleased to announce the appointment of Joshua C. Baker, O.D., M.S., as Assistant Dean of the Midwestern University Arizona College of Optometry (AZCOPT). More ››

Midwestern Student Excels at National Pharmacy Competition IL

Midwestern University applauds the efforts of second-year pharmacy student Veeral Vyas who placed as second runner-up in a national student pharmacy competition. More ››

Midwestern University Multispecialty Clinic Doctor Honored as Patients’ Choice Physician AZ

Anthony Will, D.O., Chair of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine in the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine (AZCOM) at Midwestern University, and a practicing physician at the University’s Multispecialty Clinic in Glendale, Arizona, has been recognized as a Patients’ Choice physician. More ››

Midwestern University President Wins Healthcare Leadership Award AZ

Kathleen H. Goeppinger, Ph.D., President and CEO of Midwestern University, was one of 14 Valley recipients of the 2013 Healthcare Leadership Award presented by Arizona Business Magazine. More ››

Helping Mr. Stubbs: Midwestern Researcher Helps Develop Prosthetic Alligator Tail AZ

With their armored bodies, muscular tails, and powerful jaws, American alligators typically rule the swamps and rivers of the Southeastern United States. But the tale of one of these reptiles rescued by Phoenix Herpetological Society (PHS) is much different. The alligator now known as "Mr. Stubbs" was missing his tail when he came to PHS, probably losing it to the bite of another gator. More ››

Midwestern University Named to Presidential Honor Roll with Distinction AZ IL

As a testament to Midwestern University’s commitment to community service, the University once again earned a spot on the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. This year marks the sixth consecutive year that Midwestern has been named to this national honor roll of colleges and universities committed to bettering their communities through service and service learning. The University received the highest level of recognition: Honor Roll with Distinction. More ››

Midwestern Students Going Bald for St. Baldrick’s Foundation IL

Midwestern University students are joining a worldwide movement to go bald in an effort to raise awareness and funds to battle childhood cancer. On Monday, March 11th, at 7 PM more than 50 Midwestern students have volunteered to have their heads shaved at Ballydoyle Irish Pub in downtown Downers Grove as part of a St. Baldrick’s event. More ››

Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine Hosts Gallery of Stars Lecture Series IL

There are a number of physicians who are real stars and who have a wealth of information to share with students of osteopathic medicine. This year, the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) developed a new speakers program to bring these talented physicians to campus to share their insights students. More ››

Donated Mobile Dental Chairs to Augment Midwestern University Community Outreach AZ

On Tuesday, February 11, Midwestern University’s College of Dental Medicine-Arizona (CDMA) was pleased to greet two welcome new additions. Two new mobile dental chairs, donated to the University by the Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation, are the newest assets in CDMA’s campaign to promote good dental health across the Valley of the Sun. More ››

Midwestern University Multispecialty Clinic Bolsters Family Medicine Staff AZ

The Midwestern University Multispecialty Clinic, located at 19389 N. 59th Avenue in Glendale, has added a new Family Medicine physician to its medical team. More ››

Evidence of Appendix Evolution in MWU-Led Study Changes Long-Held Assumptions AZ

A human organ long considered dispensable may have a more important function than we realize, according to new research published by an international team led by a Midwestern University faculty member. More ››

Regional Brain Bee at Midwestern University Shows High Schoolers’ Neuroscience Savvy AZ

On Wednesday, February 6th, Midwestern University welcomed some of Arizona’s top high school students for the annual Arizona Regional Brain Bee, an educational competition similar to a spelling bee that focuses on neuroscience. The 2013 Arizona Regional Brain Bee at Midwestern University was presented in partnership with the BHHS Legacy Foundation. More ››

Community Members Invited to Take a Seat at Mini-Medical School IL

Community members can learn about current topics in healthcare at Midwestern University’s Mini-Medical School. The Mini-Medical School will be held from 6:30 to 8:15 PM on February 21st, February 28th, March 7th, and March 14th at the University’s campus located at 555 31st Street in Downers Grove. More ››

Upcoming CE Event: Psychotherapy from Two Points of View AZ

The Midwestern University College of Health Sciences is pleased to offer a new Continuing Education program for Clinical Psychologists on the topic of Psychotherapy. More ››

Midwestern University Appoints Dr. Brian Sidaway as Dean of New College of Veterinary Medicine AZ

Kathleen H. Goeppinger, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer, Midwestern University, is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian K. Sidaway, D.V.M., M.S., DACVS, as Dean of the new Midwestern University College of Veterinary Medicine slated to open in Fall 2014. More ››

Area Children Invited to a Day of Winter Fun at Midwestern University IL

The entire community is invited to Midwestern University to participate in the MWU Snow Day, a free day of winter fun for children on Monday, January 21st from 10:00 AM to 12:00 NOON. More ››

Upcoming CE Event: Cognitive Behavior Therapy AZ

The Midwestern University College of Health Sciences is pleased to offer a new Continuing Education program for Clinical Psychologists on the topic of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). This in-depth, intensive 15-month program is designed to provide clinicians with theoretical, philosophical, empirical, and technical applications of CBT across a patient's lifespan. More ››

Speech-Language Pathology Program Public Meeting IL

Midwestern University’s new academic program in Speech-Language Pathology is currently undergoing accreditation review by The Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA) and will host a site visit with CAA consultants on January 9-10, 2013. More ››

Roch to Serve as Interim Program Director for PA Program AZ

James Roch, M.P.A.S., PA-C, has been named Interim Program Director for the Physician Assistant Program for Midwestern University's Glendale Campus. More ››

Arizona's First College of Veterinary Medicine Poised for 2013 Groundbreaking AZ

With Glendale City Council and Arizona State Board of Private Postsecondary Education approvals in hand, Midwestern University will soon begin construction on Arizona's first school offering the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) degree. Groundbreaking for the Midwestern University College of Veterinary Medicine in planned for early 2013. More ››

CDMA Dean Receives Prestigious Gies Award from ADEA AZ

Russell Gilpatrick, D.D.S., Dean of the College of Dental Medicine-Arizona, was named as one of the American Dental Education Association's winners of the prestigious William J. Gies Awards for Vision, Innovation, and Achievement (Gies Awards). More ››

Midwestern University Appoints Glendale Mayor Scruggs to Board of Trustees AZ

Kathleen H. Goeppinger, Ph.D., Midwestern University President & CEO, is pleased to announce that Glendale Mayor Elaine M. Scruggs was appointed to the University's Board of Trustees at the December 11 Board meeting. More ››

New Anthropology Study Provides Substantial Evidence for Evolutionary “Nocturnal Bottleneck” Theory AZ

Since the age of dinosaurs, most species of day-active mammals have retained the imprint of nocturnal life in their eye structures. Humans and other anthropoid primates, however, are the only groups that deviate from this pattern, according to a new study from Midwestern University and The University of Texas at Austin. More ››

CDMI Accreditation Site Visit IL

The Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine - Illinois is currently undergoing a comprehensive accreditation review by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, culminating in site visit by Commission consultants on February 5-7, 2013. More ››

Prospective Students Invited to Speech-Language Pathology Open House IL

Midwestern University will host an open house on Monday, December 17th from 10:00 AM to 12:00 NOON for prospective students interested in learning more about the new Speech-Language Pathology degree program. More ››

Midwestern Students Donate Funds to Support Local Furniture Bank IL

Students at Midwestern University recently presented the nonprofit organization Sharing Connections Furniture Bank with a $4,000 donation to support their work in providing furniture and household goods to low-income families facing obstacles such as unemployment, domestic violence, health problems, fires, and floods. More ››

Midwestern University Receives WESTMARC Economic Engine Award AZ

The Western Maricopa Coalition (WESTMARC) awarded Midwestern University its prestigious Economic Engine Award on Thursday, November 1st, 2012, as part of its annual Best of the West Awards. More ››

Arizona State Board Formally Approves Midwestern University Veterinary Program AZ

Midwestern University is pleased to announce that the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education issued formal approval for the University to open Arizona’s first College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM). More ››

Midwestern University Researcher Makes Groundbreaking Discovery about Human Ancestors IL

A researcher at Midwestern University was part of a team to make a groundbreaking discovery about the famous Lucy and Selam’s species determining that these early humans climbed trees. The team’s discoveries were recently featured in the October 26 issue of Science and several other news outlets including Scientific American, Discovery News, and the Huffington Post. More ››

Midwestern University Honors Community Leaders, Students at Bright Lights, Shining Stars Gala AZ

Midwestern University and community leaders joined together on Saturday, October 20th to recognize and honor individuals for their commitment to helping others at the annual Bright Lights, Shining Stars gala. More ››

CCOM Alum Shares Compelling Organ Transplant Story IL

Midwestern University recently welcomed Michael Hagan, D.O., M.H.S.A., (CCOM 1974), to speak to students about the importance of organ donation. The campus group, Students for Organ Donation, invited Dr. Hagan to share his unique and moving experience as a liver transplant recipient More ››

Midwestern University Announces New Speech-Language Pathology Degree Program IL

In an effort to address a growing healthcare need, Midwestern University will offer a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Speech-Language Pathology on the Downers Grove Campus. The University is currently accepting applications for the new program and plans to matriculate its first class of 40 students in the fall of 2013. More ››

Downers Grove Proclaims October as American Pharmacist Month IL

The Village of Downers Grove recently proclaimed October as American Pharmacist Month. Students from Midwestern University’s chapter of the American Pharmacists Association Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP) worked with the Village to develop the public statement to promote the pharmacy profession. More ››

Midwestern Mini-Medical School Open to Community Members IL

Community members can learn about current topics in healthcare at Midwestern University’s Mini-Medical School. The Mini-Medical School will be held from 6:30 to 8:15 PM on October 18th, October 25th, November 1st, and November 8th, at the University’s campus located at 555 31st Street in Downers Grove. More ››

Downers Grove Campus Welcomes New Class of Dental Medicine IL

Midwestern University welcomed 130 students as the second class of the College of Dental Medicine-Illinois (CDMI). More ››

Midwestern University Multispecialty Clinic Expands Medical Team with New Physicians AZ

Midwestern University is pleased to announce the expansion of its medical team at the University’s Multispecialty Clinic in Glendale. Five new doctors will divide time between providing exceptional heathcare to the community at the Clinic and teaching the next generation of healthcare professionals at Midwestern’s Glendale campus. More ››

Valley Broadcasting Icon Al McCoy to be Honored at Midwestern University’s Annual Bright Lights, Shining Stars Gala AZ

Midwestern University and community leaders will join together on Saturday, October 20th to recognize and honor individuals for their commitment to helping others at the annual Bright Lights, Shining Stars gala. The event will be held at Midwestern University’s Glendale campus at 19555 North 59th Avenue. More ››

Midwesern University College of Dental Medicine-Arizona Receives Accreditation AZ

Midwestern University is pleased to announce that the College of Dental Medicine-Arizona has received formal notification from the Commission on Dental Accreditation that the College has received accreditation through 2019. More ››

Midwestern University Partners with Mountain Vista Medical Center to Establish Osteopathic Residencies AZ

Midwestern University in Glendale and Mountain Vista Medical Center in Mesa are pleased to announce the establishment of three new residency programs that will expand postdoctoral education opportunities for osteopathic physicians in Arizona. More ››

Midwestern Invites Community to Health Fair, Offers Free Flu Shots IL

The entire community is invited to Midwestern University to participate in a free Community Health Fair on Saturday, September 29th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 NOON. The event will be held at the Midwestern University campus, located at 555 31st Street in Downers Grove. More ››

Dental Medicine Students Help Lead Midwestern University Career Day IL

Recently, the Downers Grove Campus of Midwestern University held a Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day for employees and the children in their lives. This annual event is coordinated by the Human Resources Department and this year's programming was developed in partnership with the College of Dental Medicine-Illinois (CDMI). More ››

Midwestern University Hosts Run to Benefit Children IL

Midwestern University recently welcomed a group of dedicated runners who set off from the Downers Grove Campus for the annual St. Jude Chicago to Peoria run. More ››

New CCOM Students Show Care for Community with Day of Service IL

Before hitting the books this fall, 207 new medical students at Midwestern University donned work gloves, wielded paint brushes, and brandished hedge clippers as part of their orientation program. More ››

CCOM Student Elected to National Board of Trustees IL

Bridget McIlwee, an osteopathic medical student at Midwestern University's Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine was elected to the American Osteopathic Association's (AOA) Board of Trustees as the student representative during the AOA's Annual Meeting of the House of Delegates in Chicago. In this role, she will also serve as chair of the Council of Student Affairs. More ››

Midwestern University Names Associate Dean for New Veterinary College AZ

Kathleen H. Goeppinger, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer, Midwestern University, is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian K. Sidaway, D.V.M., M.S., DACVS, as Associate Dean, Midwestern University College of Veterinary Medicine, on the Glendale campus. More ››

Midwestern University Presents Littlejohn Awards IL

Midwestern University recently inducted three new members into the Littlejohn Society. The Littlejohn Award is the highest honor bestowed by the University and is presented each year to one faculty member, one staff member, and one alumnus who best embody the qualities of service and commitment to the University. More ››

Midwestern Earns Spot on National Honor Roll for Commitment to Community Service AZ IL

As a testament to Midwestern University’s commitment to community service, the University once again earned a spot on the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. More ››

Uncorrected Vision Issues Misdiagnosed as Learning Disabilities in Children AZ

It is hard to understate the value of regular eye checkups, especially for young children – and yet many families do anyway. According to the faculty and students at the Midwestern University Eye Institute, however, proper eye care is an invaluable part of a child’s development that should not be ignored. More ››

Downers Grove Campus Celebrates Graduations IL

Midwestern University recently held several commencement ceremonies on the Downers Grove Campus to celebrate the start of a variety of healthcare careers for the graduates. More ››

Summer Campus Tours Offered on Illinois Campus IL

The Office of Admissions will be conducting tours of the beautiful Downers Grove Campus during the summer months. More ››

Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Graduates Landmark Class AZ

On June 1st, 2012, the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine (AZCOM) at Midwestern University in Glendale held commencement ceremonies honoring 228 new Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.). The AZCOM Class of 2012 was the largest graduating class yet from Arizona's largest medical school, reflecting a national trend as osteopathic medical colleges graduate more students than ever before. More ››

Midwestern University’s Inaugural Dental Class Leaves Legacy of Service AZ

The trip from Suzanne Saunders’ home in Prescott to Midwestern University’s Glendale Campus takes two hours. But for Suzanne, the hours spent in the car are worth the inconvenience because of what lies at the end of her trip. More ››

Clinical Psychology Program Receives Formal Notification of Accreditation AZ

Midwestern University is pleased to announce that the College of Health Sciences has received formal notice that the Clinical Psychology program at the University’s Glendale Campus has been fully accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA). Verbal notification of accreditation was received in late March of this year. More ››

CommunityHealth Honors State Senator, Midwestern University for Dedication to Health Care IL

CommunityHealth, Illinois’ largest free clinic providing more than 27,500 medical and dental visits for 9,000 patients each year in two Chicago locations, will honor Illinois Senator and Assistant Majority Leader Jeffrey M. Schoenberg and Midwestern University for exemplary commitments to improve healthcare in Illinois. More ››

Midwestern University Announces Founding of College of Veterinary Medicine AZ

Midwestern University President & CEO Kathleen H. Goeppinger, Ph.D., is pleased to announce the establishment of a College of Veterinary Medicine on its Glendale Campus. The new program plans to welcome its inaugural class of 100 students in the Fall of 2014. The Midwestern University College of Veterinary Medicine will be the first and only school offering the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) in the state of Arizona. More ››

Annual “Groovin’ in the Grove” Race Set for Mother’s Day Weekend IL

Kick off Mother’s Day weekend by participating in the 23rd annual “Groovin’ in the Grove” 5K Run and Fun Walk, coordinated by the Sports Medicine Club of Midwestern University on Saturday, May 12, 2012 at Midwestern University, 555 31st Street, Downers Grove, IL. More ››

Midwestern University Named as One of Valley’s Healthiest Employers AZ

Midwestern University, home to Arizona’s largest medical school, has been recognized for its employee health initiatives by the Phoenix Business Journal for the second consecutive year. More ››

Spring Mini-Medical School Open to Community Members IL

Community members can learn about current topics in healthcare at Midwestern University’s Mini-Medical School. More ››

Learn More about Careers in Healthcare IL

Midwestern University Student Receives AMA Seed Grant IL

The American Medical Association (AMA) Foundation recently awarded Trenton Place, a student at Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) with one of 43 research grants. More ››

Making Healthy Caffeine Habits AZ

Are you unable to function until you have had your morning cup of coffee? You are not alone. Many people rely on caffeine for that extra pick-me-up to stay awake and energized throughout the day. Caffeine can help you perform on days you feel groggy, but moderation is key. More ››

Midwestern University Seeks Responses for Podiatry Survey on Running AZ

Midwestern University is seeking respondents for a research survey on the scope of barefoot and minimalist running practices. More ››

Warren Grayson, J.D., joins the Midwestern University Board of Trustees AZ IL

Warren Grayson, J.D., has joined the Board of Trustees of Midwestern University. Mr. Grayson is a corporate attorney who specializes in corporate governance, product liability, and corporate litigation. More ››

Tooth Tips for a Fun Summer AZ

Arizona is famous for its beautiful sunshine and fun-friendly weather, and kids all over Arizona rush to take advantage of the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. But when you tell your children to be careful, watch for traffic, and stay away from bumps and bruises, do you also think about helping them protect their teeth? More ››

Dr. Nicholas Parise Appointed Associate Dean for Postdoctoral Education AZ IL

Midwestern University recently announced the appointment of Nicholas Parise, D.O., to the position of Associate Dean for Postdoctoral Education at Midwestern University. More ››

Midwestern University Economic Impact on Maricopa County Exceeds $300 Million AZ

Midwestern University, the state’s largest not-for-profit healthcare university, offering medical, dental, pharmacy, optometry, and nine health sciences degrees, has been both a major economic contributor to its surrounding county and a significant source of new jobs despite the recession, according to a new study released by economic consulting firm Applied Economics. More ››

Glendale CRNA Students Give Back at St. Mary's Food Bank AZ

In the spirit with National Nurse Anesthetist Week, the Midwestern University Nurse Anesthesia students and faculty joined to give back to the community. More ››

Midwestern Students to Benefit from CVS Caremark Donation IL

CVS Caremark recently donated $75,000 to Midwestern University to create a CVS Student Resource Room in Redwood Hall on the Downers Grove Campus. More ››

Garage Fully Operational, Demolition Begins on Downers Grove Campus IL

Construction projects on the Downers Grove Campus of Midwestern University continue in an effort to enhance the learning environment for students. More ››

Midwestern University Joins National Commitment to Improve Veterans' Health AZ IL

Midwestern University will participate in Joining Forces, a national initiative to improve healthcare for veterans and their families as part of White House sponsored program announced this month. More ››

CDMA Accreditation Site Visit AZ

The MWU College of Dental Medicine - Arizona is hosting a Commission on Dental Accreditation site visit on April 24-26, 2012, to the Glendale Campus and invites comments about the dental medicine program. More ››

Podiatry Students Win PICA Group Scholarships AZ

Fourth-year podiatry students Jesse Yurgelon and Ian Burtenshaw receieved scholarship awards from the Podiatry Insurance Company of America (PICA Group). More ››

VIDEO: Get to Know the Midwestern University Dental Institute AZ

Get a closer look at the state-of-the-art Midwestern University Dental Institute, located at 19369 N. 59th Avenue in Glendale, with our new Public Service Announcement video! More ››

Midwestern University Creates Two New Postgraduate Medical Fellowships AZ

The Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine (AZCOM) at Midwestern University is pleased to announce the creation of new training opportunities for osteopathic medicine graduates at the Midwestern University Multispecialty Clinic, located at 19389 North 59th Avenue in Glendale. More ››

Midwestern University Announces 2011 Littlejohn Award Winners AZ

Winners of Midwestern University’s Littlejohn Awards were recognized by Midwestern University President and CEO Kathleen H. Goeppinger, Ph.D., at the University’s annual recognition dinner held this fall at the Renaissance Hotel in Glendale, Arizona. More ››

Local Fire Departments Conduct Training Exercises at Midwestern University IL

Midwestern University partnered with the Downers Grove Fire Department and several other local fire departments to offer a variety of training opportunities using an unoccupied building on campus. More ››

PA Instructor Earns National Teaching Award IL

Midwestern University is pleased to announce that James Gunn M.M.S., PA-C, an instructor in the Physician Assistant Program was recently awarded the New Faculty Award for Professional Excellence by the Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA). More ››

Midwestern University Nurse Anesthesia Program Receives 10-Year Accreditation AZ

Midwestern University is pleased to announce that the 27-month Master of Science in Nurse Anesthesia (M.S.) program offered at the University’s Glendale Campus received notice of accreditation from the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA). More ››

Midwestern University PA Faculty Win Inaugural "Article of the Year" Award from PAEA AZ

Bettie Coplan, M.P.A.S., PA-C (CHS-AZ), Assistant Professor, and James Meyer, M.D. (CHS-AZ), Associate Professor, were awarded with the 2011 Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA) Article of the Year for their publication, “Physician Assistants: One Less Doctor(ate) in the House,” which was published in the Journal of the American Medical Association in June. More ››

Midwestern University Names Dr. Peppo as Chair, Internal Medicine for AZCOM AZ

Midwestern University is pleased to announce the appointment of William Peppo, D.O., FACOI, FCCP, to the position of Chair, Internal Medicine, for the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine (AZCOM) on its Glendale Campus. More ››

Jenkins Named Physician of the Year by Special Olympics Arizona AZ

David Jenkins, D.P.M., FACFAS, FAAPSM, Professor of Podiatric Medicine at the Arizona School of Podiatric Medicine (College of Health Sciences), received the Physician of the Year Award from Special Olympics Arizona at their annual black-tie Breakfast of Champions in October. More ››

Midwestern University Appoints Essary as Physician Assistant Program Director AZ

Midwestern University is pleased to announce the promotion of Alison C. Essary, M.H.P.E., PA-C, to the position of Program Director of the Physician Assistant Program in the College of Health Sciences on its Glendale Campus. More ››

Dr. Boyle Named Dean of Post Doctoral Education AZ IL

Midwestern University is pleased to announce the promotion of Thomas A. Boyle, D.O., FACOEP, FACEP to Dean, Post Doctoral Education. More ››

Mini-Medical School Open to Community Members IL

Community members can learn about current topics in healthcare at Midwestern University’s Mini-Medical School. More ››

Midwestern University Honors Glendale Mayor with Community Outreach Award AZ

Each autumn, Midwestern University and the City of Glendale recognize outstanding individuals who have shown exemplary commitment to community service by presenting them with the COMET (Community Outreach: Motivating Excellence for Tomorrow) Award at Midwestern’s annual Bright Lights, Shining Stars gala. More ››

AZPod Students Receive APMA Scholarships AZ

The Arizona School of Podiatric Medicine (AZPod) would like to congratulate eighteen of its students who have received scholarships from the Education Foundation of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA). More ››

Midwestern University Invites Community to Health Fair, Arthritis Walk IL

The entire community is invited to Midwestern University to participate in both a Community Health Fair and Arthritis Walk on Saturday, September 24th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 NOON. More ››

Midwestern University Welcomes Inaugural Class of Dental Medicine IL

Midwestern University welcomed 131 students to the inaugural class of the new College of Dental Medicine-Illinois. The class ranges in age from 21 to 37 years-old, is 63 percent male and 37 percent female, and hail from 27 different states and three foreign countries. They will graduate in 2015 and provide needed dental care to their communities. More ››

Midwestern University Dedicates State-of-the-Art Science Hall IL

On the evening of Tuesday, August 30th, Midwestern University hosted community leaders, media representatives, and supporters of the University at dedication ceremony for their state-of-the-art Science Hall. More ››

Midwestern University Hosts Career Day on Downers Grove Campus IL

Learn more about the education necessary to succeed in a variety of healthcare careers at Midwestern University’s Healthcare Professions Career Day on Thursday, September 29th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. More ››

Midwestern University to Dedicate State-of-the-Art Science Hall IL

Midwestern University is inviting community leaders, media representatives, and supporters of the University to participate in the dedication of their state-of-the-art Science Hall on Tuesday, August 30th from 5 to 7 PM. More ››

View Midwestern University’s Magazine on the Web AZ IL

The official magazine of Midwestern University is now available on the web. The Magazine aims to build pride and loyalty among our alumni, faculty, staff, and supporters of the University. More ››

AZPod Student Receives MVP Award at APMSA Meeting AZ

Anthony Maiolino (PMS-II) received the House of Delegates MVP award at the APMSA meeting this weekend in Boston. More ››

Midwestern 6th in Nation of "Best Places to Work in Academia" AZ IL

The Scientist magazine released their annual list of "Best Places to Work in Academia," ranking Midwestern University the 6th best academic or noncommercial research institution in the nation. More ››

Downers Grove Campus to Host Arthritis Walk IL

Midwestern University will host the Let's Move Together Arthritis Walk at 9:00 AM on Saturday, September 24, 2011 on the Downers Grove Campus, 555 31st Street. More ››

Midwestern University Names Assistant Dean of Arizona College of Optometry AZ

Midwestern University is pleased to announce that Sunny M. Sanders, O.D., FAAO, has been appointed as the Assistant Dean of the Arizona College of Optometry. More ››

Donald Jarnagin, O.D., Named Dean of Midwestern University’s Arizona College of Optometry AZ

Midwestern University is pleased to announce that Donald E. Jarnagin, O.D., has been named Dean of the Arizona College of Optometry (AZCOPT). Dr. Jarnagin previously served as AZCOPT’s Interim Dean. More ››

Midwestern University Presents Littlejohn Awards IL

Midwestern University (MWU) recently presented its highest honor - the Littlejohn Award - to one faculty member, one staff member, and one alumnus who best embody the qualities of service and commitment to the University. More ››

AZPod Student Awarded AAWP Scholarship AZ

Third-year Podiatry student Lindsey Klassen is one of four recipients of the 2011 American Association of Women Podiatrists (AAWP) Women's Scholarship. More ››

Graduates Celebrate Achievements at CCOM Commencement IL

Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) recently celebrated the graduation of 176 students on the Downers Grove Campus. More ››

Midwestern University Students Raise Funds to Help Japan Recovery Efforts IL

Students on the Downers Grove Campus of Midwestern University organized a variety of fundraisers to help the people of Japan after the devastating March earthquake, tsunami, and the aftereffects of the disaster. More ››

Midwestern University Named to President’s Community Service Honor Roll for Fourth Straight Year AZ IL

As Midwestern University prepares to honor its graduating classes this spring, the University has received an honor of its own. For the fourth consecutive year, Midwestern has been named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll with distinction for its strong institutional commitment to service and compelling campus-community partnerships that produce measurable results for the community. More ››

AZPod Student Receives $5,000 Kaiser Permanente Scholarship AZ

Michael Downey, a third-year student at the Arizona School of Podiatric Medicine at Midwestern University’s Glendale Campus, was one of eight students nationwide selected from a pool of thousands of applicants to receive a $5,000 Kaiser Permanente student scholarship. More ››

Summer Campus Tours Offered on Illinois Campus IL

The Office of Admissions will be conducting tours of the beautiful Downers Grove Campus during the summer months. More ››

Midwestern University Clinical Psychology Program Takes Next Step in Accreditation Process AZ

Midwestern University's Psy.D. program in Clinical Psychology is currently under review by the American Psychological Association (APA) Commission on Accreditation (CoA)*. The program became eligible to apply in September, 2010 when the first cohort of students began internship. More ››

Midwestern University President Recognized as a "Most Admired CEO" by the Phoenix Business Journal AZ IL

Kathleen H. Goeppinger, Ph.D., President & CEO of Midwestern University, has been named as one of Arizona’s Most Admired CEOs by the Phoenix Business Journal. More ››

Applications Still Being Accepted for Fall 2011 AZ IL

Applications for admission to three programs are still being accepted for the Fall 2011 class. More ››

Midwestern University Dental Institute Adds Pediatric Dentistry Services AZ

The Midwestern University Dental Institute, located at 19389 N. 59th Avenue in Glendale, has established new Pediatric Dentistry services and education with the appointment of Kimberly K. Patterson, D.D.S., M.S., to the Dental Institute faculty. More ››

Midwestern University to Host Golf Classic for Student Scholarships IL

Midwestern University will host a charitable golf outing on Friday, June 10th at the Seven Bridges Golf Club in Woodridge. More ››

U.S. Assistant Surgeon General Visits Midwestern University IL

Midwestern University recently welcomed U.S. Assistant Surgeon General, James M. Galloway, M.D., to the Downers Grove Campus to talk about his Build a Healthy Chicago initiative. More ››

Over $95,000 in Free Dental Care Provided by Midwestern University Give Kids A Smile Event AZ

Midwestern University’s College of Dental Medicine-Arizona hosted its first annual Give Kids a Smile program in April in conjunction with the Arizona Dental Association, benefitting local 3rd to 6th grade children and their families. More ››

CCP Student Awarded Prestigious Service Fellowship IL

Midwestern University pharmacy student Ayesha Khan, a Batavia resident, will soon be spending a year putting her idealism into action. Recently, Ms. Khan was selected for the prestigious Schweitzer Fellowship, a program that enables university graduate students to design and implement innovative projects to help vulnerable Chicago communities. More ››

Annual “Groovin’ in the Grove” Race Set for Mother’s Day Weekend IL

Kick off Mother’s Day weekend by participating in the annual “Groovin’ in the Grove” 5K Run and Fun Walk, coordinated by the Sports Medicine Club of Midwestern University on Saturday, May 7, 2011 at Midwestern University, 555 31st Street, Downers Grove, IL. More ››

Midwestern University Eye Institute Offers New Discounted Pricing for Eye Exams AZ

The Midwestern University Eye Institute, located at 19389 N. 59th Avenue in Glendale, has announced a revised pricing structure for eye examinations that lowers patient costs to approximately half the rate of traditional fees. More ››

Mini-Medical School Open to Community Members IL

Community members can learn about current topics in healthcare at Midwestern University's Mini-Medical School. The Mini-Medical School will be held from 6:30 to 8:15 PM on April 4, April 7, April 11, and April 14, at the University's campus located at 555 31st Street in Downers Grove. More ››

Wheelchair Basketball Tournament to Net Support for Local Team IL

Midwestern University (MWU) students are getting the wheels rolling on a tournament to support a unique local basketball team. Students will participate in a wheelchair basketball tournament to raise money for the Windy City Warriors Wheelchair team, who are a part of the Western DuPage Special Recreation Association. More ››

Midwestern University Appoints Interim Program Director of Physician Assistant Program AZ

Kathleen H. Goeppinger, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of Midwestern University, is pleased to announce the appointment of Alison C. Essary, M.H.P.E., PA-C, to the position of Interim Program Director of the Physician Assistant Program in the College of Health Sciences on its Glendale Campus. More ››

"Cory's Corner" Visits Midwestern University Eye Institute AZ

Cory McCloskey, the popular roving reporter for Channel 10 in Phoenix, stopped by the Midwestern University Eye Institute to shoot a live segment for the network's morning show on March 1st. More ››

Midwestern University Announces New Student Scholarships AZ IL

Midwestern University is pleased to announce two new scholarship opportunities for current students on both the Downers Grove, IL and Glendale, AZ campuses. More ››

Chicago College of Pharmacy Celebrates 20th Anniversary IL

Midwestern University's Chicago College of Pharmacy is celebrating 20 years of excellence in pharmacy education throughout 2011. More ››

MWU Clinics Featured on Channel 3 AZ

The Midwestern University Clinics in Glendale, AZ made the news when AZ Family Channel 3 came by for a visit. More ››

Consider Yourself Environmentally Conscious?

Want to be part of a low key club and meet ecofriendly students? More ››

Clothing Drive IL

The Classes of 2012 are sponsoring a clothing drive for the People's Resource Center. More ››

Spread the Warmth IL

Join The Underserved Medicine Club... More ››

CPR Certification IL

Hey Students, Faculty, and Staff...Are you CPR Certified??? BLS for Healthcare Providers American Heart Association is offering CPR Certification on the Downers Grove Campus. This program is being sponsored by the Emergency Medicine Club. More ››

SEVERE WEATHER NOTICE IL

Due to severe weather conditions, Midwestern University's Downers Grove Campus will be closed beginning at 3:00pm on 2/1/2011 and all day on 2/2/2011. Please check with your faculty for rescheduled course information. Classes will resume on the morning of 2/3/2011 unless otherwise noted. More ››

Two MWU Faculty Members Lead Illinois Pharmacy Practice Organizations IL

Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Pharmacy (CCP) is proud to be leading pharmacy practice in the State of Illinois, as two of its faculty members are currently serving as presidents of the state’s top pharmacy associations. More ››

Midwestern University Honored as One of Valley’s Healthiest Employers AZ

The Phoenix Business Journal has selected Midwestern University’s Glendale Campus as one of the Valley of the Sun’s Healthiest Employers for 2011, citing Midwestern’s “outstanding health and wellness program” and the University’s “innovative strategies” for maintaining a healthy workforce. More ››

CCOM Graduate Receives International Medicine Award IL

Terrie Taylor, D.O., a 1981 graduate of Midwestern University's Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, received the AMA's Dr. Nathan Davis International Award in Medicine. More ››

Thoughts and Prayers for the Victims of the Tucson Tragedy AZ IL

On behalf of Midwestern University, I would like to share our condolences for the victims of the Tucson shooting over this past weekend. This was an incident that occurred in our state, and therefore hits close to home. As an academic community, we are committed to working toward healing and reaching out to our fellow Arizonans. More ››

MWU Faculty Member, Graduate Named Top Doctors for Women IL

The January issue of Chicago magazine has recognized two osteopathic physicians associated with Midwestern University's Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) for their contributions to women's healthcare. More ››

Midwestern University Announces Faculty Promotions and Additions AZ

Midwestern University is pleased to recognize six new additions to its faculty leadership group in 2010. More ››

Explore Your Future in Healthcare with Midwestern University AZ

For high school students who want a head start on careers in health care, MWU is offering its annual spring Health Sciences Career Day for High School Students and summer Health Careers Institute, both sponsored in partnership this year with Wells Fargo. More ››

Midwestern University's Advice for 2011: Resolve to be Healthy! AZ

A new year means new beginnings and a determination to make our lives better. Midwestern University's Multispecialty Clinic, Dental Institute, and Eye Institute in Glendale offer expert advice and strategies for good health for the new year. More ››

Information on Tax Refunds for MWU Medical Residents AZ IL

If you were a postdoctoral student in one of Midwestern University's medical residency programs anytime from 1995 to April 1, 2005, you may be eligible for a refund of your FICA taxes. More ››

MWU Researcher: Environmental Pollutant Linked to Diabetes IL

According to research conducted by Joshua R. Edwards, Ph.D., Assistant Professor in the Pharmacology Department, environmental contaminates may play a larger role than originally suspected in the development of diabetes. More ››

Midwestern University Earns EPA Conservation Award IL

Midwestern University has been selected by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Chicago Wilderness for a 2010 Conservation and Native Landscaping Award. More ››

Midwestern University to Host "Glories of the Holidays" Concert on December 5th AZ

The Arizona Winds Premier Concert Band returns to Midwestern University's Glendale Campus for a free holiday concert on Sunday, December 5. More ››

Midwestern University Opens Doors to a Future in Health Care AZ

Midwestern University’s Glendale Campus will host a free public open house in the campus Auditorium on Saturday, November 20, 2010 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. More ››

Ceridian Self-Service Training AZ

Training sessions for Ceridian Self-Service will be conducted by Barb Williams, Sr. HR Specialist More ››

Ceridian Self-Service Training IL

Training sessions for Ceridian Self- Service will be conducted by Joy Lee, Manager of Benefits More ››

Have you Checked out New Entries of the MWU Blog? AZ IL

Just one more way for us at Midwestern University to stay connected; our blog, MWU Now. MWU Now is dedicated to all things at Midwestern University More ››

Alumni Senate Sponsoring CME/CE Programs in February AZ

The Midwestern University Alumni Senate is sponsoring a CME/CE program for all alumni President's Day weekend, February 18, 19 and 20, 2011 on the Glendale campus. The multidisciplinary content is currently being developed. More ››

Glendale Alumni Reunion Dinner Planned AZ

Save the date for the Class of 2001 reunion! Almost 300 students, including the inaugural class of the College of Pharmacy - Glendale, graduated from various programs in 2001 and they are invited to celebrate their ten year anniversary with a campus wide reunion dinner on March 12, 2011. More ››

MWU to Offer Free Flu Shots at Community Health Fair IL

Free health screenings for diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, and 200 free seasonal/H1N1 flu shots are available to area residents attending Midwestern University's (MWU) Community Health Fair on Saturday, October 23rd from 9:00 AM to 12:00 NOON. More ››

MWU Announces New Master's Program in Biomedical Science IL

Midwestern University will offer a new Master of Arts (M.A.) in Biomedical Science degree program on the University's Downers Grove Campus. More ››

Enrollment Continues to Grow at Midwestern University AZ IL

This fall, Midwestern University welcomed its highest number of students to its two campuses in Downers Grove, Illinois and Glendale, Arizona. More ››

MWU Hosts Career Day for Students Interested in Graduate School IL

Learn more about the education necessary to succeed in a variety of healthcare careers at Midwestern University's Healthcare Professions Career Day on Tuesday, September 21st from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. More ››

NASA Internship Allows MWU Student to Study Astronaut Health IL

Midwestern University (MWU) student Rachel Logan spent the summer working with scientists at NASA. Logan was one of 19 students from across the United States selected to participate in an internship program sponsored by the National Space Biomedical Research Institute (NSBRI). More ››

Midwestern University Congratulates Dr. Nichols, President of the AOA AZ IL

Midwestern University congratulates Karen J. Nichols, D.O., M.A.C.O.I., M.A., Dean of the Chicago College of Medicine (CCOM) and Professor of Internal Medicine, on her election as President of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA). More ››

Run for St. Jude Kids to Kick Off at Midwestern University IL

More than just a physical challenge, each step of St. Jude Chicago to Peoria run provides hope for children battling cancer and other catastrophic diseases. More ››

AOA Names CCOM Dean Karen Nichols As First Female President AZ IL

Not one to back down from a challenge, Karen J. Nichols, DO, embraces her term as the first female president of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) during a time of historic change in health care. More ››

Graduates Celebrate Achievements at CCOM Commencement IL

Midwestern University's Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) recently celebrated the graduation of 166 students on the Downers Grove Campus. The graduates, who earned Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degrees, were honored in a ceremony led by Kathleen H. Goeppinger, Ph.D., President and CEO of the University. More ››

MWU Appoints New Director of Clinical Psychology Program IL

Midwestern University (MWU), is pleased to announce the appointment of Arthur Freeman, Ed.D., Sc.D., ABPP, as director of the Clinical Psychology doctoral degree program on the Downers Grove Campus. More ››

MWU College of Health Sciences Celebrates Graduates IL

Students from Midwestern University’s College of Health Sciences celebrated the beginning of their professional careers at a spring commencement ceremony held on the Downers Grove Campus. More ››

Three New Members Join Littlejohn Society IL

Three new members were inducted into the Littlejohn Society at the annual Faculty and Staff Recognition Dinner for the Downers Grove Campus of Midwestern University (MWU). More ››

Community Invited to Golf for Student Scholarships IL

Midwestern University will host a charitable golf outing on Friday, June 25 at the Seven Bridges Golf Club in Woodridge. The annual Chippin’ in for Students Golf Classic raises money for the Midwestern University Scholarship Fund which helps deserving students pursue their dreams of becoming health professionals. More ››

Student Share Medication Management Expertise IL

Pharmacy and biomedical science students taking an elective course on medication management in schools recently presented their course projects to the campus community. More ››

Pharmacist Recognized for Excellence in Teaching IL

Naperville resident Justin Schmidt, Pharm.D., BCPS has been named the recipient of the Midwestern University's Chicago College of Pharmacy (CCP) New Preceptor Excellence Award. This is the inaugural year for the award which was created to recognize the talents of preceptors who have less than five years experience at CCP or elsewhere. More ››

CCOM Students Educate Local Children About Health IL

Healthy living was the topic of the day as seven Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) students teamed up with the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) and the Illinois Osteopathic Medical Society to host a Mini-Medical School for children at the Clifford Johnson Elementary School in Warrenville. More ››

Humanitarian Fellowships Awarded to CCOM Students IL

Two Midwestern University (MWU) students have been selected for Schweitzer Fellowship awards. More ››

Groovin' in the Grove Race Set for Mother's Day Weekend IL

Give mom the gift of good health this Mother’s Day weekend by participating with her in the “Groovin’ in the Grove” 5K Run and Fun Walk, coordinated by the Sports Medicine Club of Midwestern University. The rain or shine event is open to all interested participants and will take place on Saturday, May 8, 2010 at Midwestern University, 555 31st Street, Downers Grove, IL. More ››

Community Invited to Improv Night IL

It’s been said that laughter is the best medicine, and a group of Midwestern University students are finding out just how true that statement can be. Students studying clinical psychology and physical therapy on the Downers Grove Campus also learn improvisational theater techniques in order to make them better healthcare professionals upon graduation. More ››

Summer Campus Tours on Illinois Campus IL

The Office of Admissions will be conducting tours of the beautiful Downers Grove campus during the summer months. More ››

Chicago College of Pharmacy Names Preceptor of the Year IL

Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Pharmacy (CCP) named Thomas Gochenour, Pharm.D., BCPS, a pharmacist based in Oak Park, IL, as the recipient of the 2009 Preceptor of the Year Award. More ››

Spring Mini-Medical School Open to Community Members IL

Community members can learn about current topics in healthcare at Midwestern University's Mini-Medical School held on four consecutive Monday evenings beginning on April 12th. More ››

Donate Your Athletic Equipment AZ

Please join the Pediatrics Club on the Glendale Campus in collecting athletic equipment More ››

MWU Career Day Showcases Health Professions IL

Are you interested in joining one of the fastest-growing career fields in the country? By attending Midwestern University's Healthcare Professions Career Day on Wednesday, April 14 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, you can find out more about the education necessary to be successful in a variety of healthcare careers. More ››

Chicago College of Pharmacy Names Alumnus of the Year IL

Amber L. Briggs, Pharm.D., was recently named the Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Pharmacy 2009 Alumnus of the Year by the College’s Alumni Council. More ››

MWU Earns National Community Service Award AZ IL

Midwestern University (MWU) was recently named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for exemplary service to America’s communities. This is the third year in a row that University has earned a spot on the honor roll, which is the highest federal recognition a college or university can achieve for its commitment to service and civic engagement. More ››

Midwestern University to Hold Pharmacy Graduation IL

Students from the Chicago College of Pharmacy will celebrate the beginning of their professional careers at a commencement ceremony on Friday, March 5th on the Downers Grove Campus of Midwestern University. More ››

Three Medical Students to Spend Spring Break at Haitian Clinic IL

Three students from Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine will spend their spring break helping earthquake victims at the Ebenezer Medical Clinic in Fort Liberté, Haiti. More ››

Occupational Therapy Students Promote Health and Wellness IL

The important role Occupational Therapists (OTs) play in promoting health and wellness was the theme of a recent information fair on the Downers Grove Campus. More ››

Medical Students Spend Break Helping Give Kids the World IL

Three students from Midwestern University's Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine helped make the holiday season a little more special for children. More ››

Students Prepare for Unification Celebration IL

Students from all three colleges on Midwestern University's Downers Grove Campus are busy planning the annual Unification Celebration. More ››

CCOM Alum Named President of Illinois Osteopathic Medical Society IL

Harald Lausen, D.O., M.A., FACOFP, FAAFP, a board certified osteopathic family physician from Springfield, IL, was elected President of the Illinois Osteopathic Medical Society (IOMS) during its recent Winter Scientific Seminar and Annual Meeting in Lombard, IL. More ››

University Hosts Special Breakfast with Santa IL

Children from low-income families will join the Midwestern University community at an on-campus Breakfast with Santa this weekend. More ››

MWU Pharmacy Students Receive National Community Service Award IL

Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Pharmacy will receive the 2009-10 American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) Student Community Engaged Service Award for developing an outstanding diabetes education program. More ››

Glendale Campus Hosts Arizona Winds for Holiday Concert - December 6 AZ

Celebrate the “Glories of the Holidays” at a free holiday concert at Midwestern University (MWU) on Sunday afternoon, December 6th... More ››

MWU Makes Season Brighter for Those in Need IL

Midwestern University students, faculty, and staff are working to make this holiday season more cheerful for those in need. More ››

MWU Professor Receives National Research Award IL

The American Osteopathic Association (AOA) recently honored Kyle Ramsey, Ph.D., Professor and Chair of Microbiology and Immunology at Midwestern University, with its most prestigious research award. More ››

MWU Program Director Named Internist of the Year IL

Theresa M. Matzura, D.O., FACOI, recently received the 2009 Internist of the Year Award from the American College of Osteopathic Internists (ACOI More ››

Students, Faculty Mentors Take Home Top Research Honors IL

Two students from Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) and their faculty mentors received top honors at a recent research poster competition. More ››

New Glendale Physical Therapy Program Now Accepting Applications AZ

With employment in physical therapy expected to increase much faster than average, Midwestern University plans to open a new Doctor of Physical Therapy program in June 2010. The University has submitted its application for candidacy and is seeking accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association. More ››

MWU Faculty, Students Honored By Professional Organizations AZ IL

The American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF) and the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) bestowed several honors on members of the Midwestern University community at its annual conference in November. More ››

Professor Counters Possible “Missing Link” Discovery in Nature Journal IL

A study co-authored by a faculty member at Midwestern University (MWU) disputes a claim made earlier this year that scientists had found a crucial missing link in the human evolutionary chain. More ››

MWU Offers Free Flu Shots at Community Health Fair IL

Free health screenings for diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, and 200 free seasonal flu shots are available to area residents attending Midwestern University’s (MWU) Community Health Fair on Saturday, October 24th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 NOON. More ››

White Coat Ceremony AZ

In an annual ceremony, nearly 600 first-year students will receive their clinical white coats at the White Coat Ceremony, today, October 9th. More ››

Mini-Medical School Open to Community Members IL

Community members can learn about a variety of current healthcare topics at Midwestern University's Mini-Medical School. More ››

MWU Fall Recruitment Schedule Available AZ IL

Midwestern University representatives travel around the country to recruit the best and brightest students. More ››

Step Out to Fight Diabetes at MWU-Glendale on Saturday September 26 AZ

Join people from all walks of life at the West Valley Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes on Saturday, September 26 at Midwestern University (MWU). This fifth annual twilight event is hosted by MWU in partnership with the American Diabetes Association, with proceeds supporting the ADA’s mission: to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. Last year’s event at MWU raised more than $107,000 and attracted 991 participants, and organizers hope to surpass both these numbers this year.Registration begins at 4:30 PM, with a start time of 6:00 PM. Walkers may choose from one- or 2 1/2 mile loops through the friendly MWU Campus in north Glendale, located at 19555 North 59th Avenue, just south of the Loop 101. For more information, go to www.diabetes.org/stepout, or call 623/572-3329. More ››

Enrollment Continues to Grow At Midwestern University AZ IL

This fall, Midwestern University welcomed its highest number of students to its two campuses. More ››

AZCOM Contributes Largest Percentage of New Family Physicians in U.S. AZ

According to the September 2009 issue of Family Medicine Journal, graduates from MWU's Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine continue to comprise the highest percentage of all new family practice residents and practicing family physicians. More ››

Students to Receive White Coats in Ceremony Marking Compassion IL

In an annual rite of passage, more than 635 first-year students from Midwestern University (MWU) will receive their clinical white coats. More ››

Midwestern University to Hold Fall Commencement IL

Students from a variety of healthcare programs will celebrate the beginning of their professional careers at a fall commencement ceremony on Friday, September 4th on the Downers Grove Campus of Midwestern University. More ››

Chicago College of Pharmacy and College of Health Sciences to Hold Orientation on Wednesday IL

Fall orientation is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, September 2nd for over 300 incoming students of the Chicago College of Pharmacy (CCP) and the Occupational Therapy, Biomedical Sciences, and Clinical Psychology programs of the College of Health Sciences on the Downers Grove Campus. More ››

Fall Orientation Set to Begin Today AZ

Fall orientation is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, August 26th for the new incoming students of the College of Dental Medicine (CDM), Arizona College of Optometry (AZCOPT), and Occupational Therapy, Biomedical Sciences, Cardiovascular Science/Perfusion, and Clinical Psychology programs of the College of Health Sciences on the Glendale Campus. More ››

Welcome to the Classes of 2013 AZ IL

Classes started on Monday, August 10th for 487 new MWU students, including 254 in the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine (AZCOM) and 33 in the Arizona Podiatric Medicine Program (AZPod) on the Glendale Campus, and 200 students in the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) on the Downers Grove Campus. More ››

CPG Dean Honored for Outstanding Community Pharmacy Service AZ

Dennis J. McCallian, Pharm.D., FACA, Dean and Professor, Midwestern University College of Pharmacy-Glendale, was named on August 10 as the recipient of the 2009 Dean's Award by the American College of Apothecaries. More ››

MWU Professor Receives NIH Grant IL

A member of the Midwestern University faculty recently received a prestigious research grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the primary agency of the United States government responsible for biomedical and health-related research. More ››

MWU Releases Statement on Lawsuit IL

Midwestern University was named in a lawsuit this week brought by a family who had donated remains to the Anatomical Gift Association. The University has released its official statement on this matter. More ››

AOA Honors Faculty, Students, Alums with Awards and Appointments AZ IL

The American Osteopathic Association (AOA) bestowed several honors and appointments on members of the Midwestern University community at its annual business meeting in July. More ››

CCOM Dean Announced President-Elect of AOA IL

Midwestern University is proud to announce that Karen J. Nichols, D.O., F.A.C.O.I., M.A., Dean of the Chicago College of Medicine (CCOM) and Professor of Internal Medicine, has been elected President-Elect of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) during their annual business meeting in July. More ››

Chicago Public School Students to Attend Health Sciences Day IL

Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine will provide a day of hands-on-learning for Chicago Public School students on Thursday, July 16th on the Downers Grove Campus, 555 31st Street. The 7th and 8th grade students attend the Daniel Hale Williams Preparatory School of Medicine, a medical magnet school committed to doing its part to increase the number of underrepresented minority students in the field of medicine. More ››

48 High School Students to Attend Hands-on Health Careers Institute AZ

Forty-eight students were selected out of 152 applicants to attend MWU's annual Health Careers Institute from July 9-18 in Glendale, AZ. These potential future physicians and other health professionals will attend hands-on labs and medical-school type lectures with MWU faculty and advanced students each day from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. More ››

Congressman Peter Roskam Speaking Monday at Midwestern University IL

On Monday, June 22nd at 9 AM Midwestern University will welcome Congressman Peter Roskam (IL-06) to its Downers Grove campus at 555 31st Street. Congressman Roskam will be discussing the need for healthcare reform and the upcoming debate in Congress. Rep. Roskam has been very supportive of Midwestern University's efforts to provide quality healthcare education and to increase the number of needed healthcare providers for our community. More ››

Midwestern University Welcomes New Students IL

In early June, Midwestern University began welcoming future healthcare professionals to its Downers Grove, IL and Glendale, AZ campuses. The students come from all over the country, from Maine to Washington, ready to begin their graduate studies at Midwestern University. More ››

MWU to Offer New Doctor of Health Sciences Degree IL

Midwestern University will offer a new Doctor of Health Sciences (D.H.S.) degree program on the Downers Grove Campus. More ››

MWU Community Health Lecture Series 2009 at Glendale-Foothills Library AZ

The MWU Community Health Lecture Series offers FREE monthly public lectures on health and medicine by Midwestern University faculty. More ››

Glendale Campus to Hold Three Graduations in June AZ

In June, Midwestern University in Glendale will graduate 408 new healthcare professionals from three Colleges. More ››

Budget Forum with Governor Brewer AZ

Join AZ Governor Jan Brewer, Supervisor Max Wilson, Glendale Mayor Elaine Scruggs, and many other West Valley Mayors to learn the real facts about the financial budget crisis in Arizona. More ››

20th Annual “Groovin’ in the Grove” Race Set for Mother’s Day Weekend IL

Groovin' in the Grove" 5K Run and Fun Walk, coordinated by the Sports Medicine Club of Midwestern University, will take place on May 9, 2009 at Midwestern University, 555 31st Street, Downers Grove, IL. More ››

MWU Appoints New Dean of Dental Medicine IL

Midwestern University (MWU), announces the appointment of M.A.J. (Lex) MacNeil, D.D.S., as the inaugural Dean of the College of Dental Medicine, Downers Grove, Illinois. More ››

Glendale Campus Hires New Special Events Manager AZ

Midwestern University (MWU) announces the appointment of Johnny Watson to the role of Manager of Special Events on its Glendale, AZ Campus. More ››

High School Programs AZ

For high school students who want a head start on careers in health care, MWU is again offering its annual spring Health Sciences Career Day for High School Students and summer Health Careers Institute. More ››

Pharmacy Graduates Ready For Successful Career IL

Students from the Chicago College of Pharmacy celebrated the beginning of their professional careers at a commencement ceremony on Friday, March 6th on the Downers Grove Campus of Midwestern University. More ››

Mini-Medical School Open to Community Members IL

Community members can sample the life of a medical student at Midwestern University’s Mini-Medical School. Learn more about current topics in medicine and health care without the rigors of late-night study sessions or difficult exams. More ››

MWU Earns National Award for Community Service AZ IL

Midwestern University (MWU) was named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for exemplary service to America’s communities. More ››

Free Workshops Offered for H.S. Students AZ

Annual Brain Bee Set for February AZ

What determines intelligence? Why do we need sleep? How do scientists measure brain waves? More ››

Future Leaders Learn Skills at MWU IL

Midwestern University hosted the DuPage Area Student Leadership Academy on Tuesday, February 10th on the Downers Grove Campus. More ››

CCP Faculty Member Earns International Award IL

Naperville resident Anil Gulati, M.D., Ph.D., Associate Dean for Research and Professor at Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Pharmacy, is a co-recipient of the Ranbaxy Research Award in the field of pharmaceutical sciences. More ››

CCOM Names New Associate Deans IL

Midwestern University recently appointed three new associate deans to help guide the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) through a new period of growth. More ››

Optometry Program Gets Green Light AZ IL

On November 1, the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE) of the American Optometric Association granted preliminary approval to Midwestern University’s Arizona College of Optometry, slated to open in September 2009. More ››

CCOM to Increase Medical School Class Size IL

A rapidly growing population, increasing number of elderly Americans, an aging physician workforce, and a greater overall demand for health care services, all point to a potential doctor shortage in the next few decades. More ››

DOCARE Medical Mission Brings Hope, Healing IL

This past winter, Midwestern University students and faculty members set out on a mission to help citizens throughout the Central Highlands of Guatemala. More ››

Littlejohn Award Winners Announced AZ

Midwestern University (MWU) recently announced the winners of the 2008 Littlejohn Awards. These awards were created in honor of three physician brothers, the Littlejohns (John Martin, James, and David) More ››

MWU to Host Sounds of Season Concert AZ

Enjoy the “Sounds of the Season” at a free holiday concert at Midwestern University (MWU) on Sunday afternoon, December 7th, featuring the Arizona Winds and the Arizona Arts Chorale. More ››

Students Promote National Backpack Awareness AZ

More than 40 million children in the United States carry school backpacks, and more than half of them may be carrying too much weight. More ››

Safe Halloween Offered for Local Families AZ

Bring your family and enjoy safe indoor Halloween activities led by Midwestern University students! The event will be held from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at the Barrel Student Center on Friday, October 31. More ››

Family, Friends Invited to White Coat Ceremony AZ

Kathleen H. Goeppinger, Ph.D., MWU President & Chief Executive Officer, invites family members and friends of first-year MWU students to attend the 2008 White Coat Ceremony. More ››

Graduates Fill Family Medicine Openings AZ

Graduates from the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine (AZCOM) at Midwestern University in Glendale comprise the highest percentage of all new family practice residents More ››

MWU Hosts Community Health Fair IL

Free health screenings for diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, and 200 free flu shots are available to area residents attending Midwestern University’s (MWU) Community Health Fair on Saturday, November 1st from 9:00 AM to 12:00 NOON. More ››

MWU Clinic to Host Community Health Fair AZ

Bring the family to the Midwestern University Clinic on Saturday, October 11 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM for free health screenings, goodie bags, and a chance to win door prizes. The MWU Clinic is located at 19389 North 59th Avenue in Glendale, just south of the Loop 101, at the corner of 59th & Utopia. More ››

New Dean of Optometry College Announced AZ

Midwestern University (MWU) announces the appointment of Hector C. Santiago, O.D., Ph.D., FAAO, as the Dean of the new Arizona College of Optometry, slated to open in August, 2009. More ››

Mini-Medical School Open to Community Members IL

Community members can sample the life of a medical student at Midwestern University’s Mini-Medical School. Learn more about current topics in medicine and health care from leading experts. More ››

MWU President Named to Children's Board AZ

With its $588 million, multi-year expansion now underway, Phoenix Children’s has added four influential community members to its Board of Directors: More ››

MWU Faculty Member Hosts Bug Theater Event AZ

Estrella Mountain Park and Midwestern University faculty member, Alex Kaiser, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Biochemistry, have joined forces to present a Bug Theater event at 7 PM on Saturday, October 18th at the Estrella Mountain Regional Park. More ››

New Alumni Relations Manager Named AZ

Midwestern University (MWU) announces the appointment of Karen Ewing to the new role of Manager of Alumni Relations. More ››

Learn About Health Careers at MWU Open House AZ

Midwestern University will host a Health Careers Open House in the lobby of Ocotillo Hall at its Glendale campus on Saturday, October 11th from 9:00AM to 12:00 PM for prospective health care students of all ages. More ››

MWU Holds Fall Commencement IL

Students from a variety of health care programs celebrated the beginning of their professional careers at a fall commencement ceremony on Friday, September 5th on the Downers Grove Campus of Midwestern University. More ››

MWU Homeless Outreach Program Begins 10th Year AZ

Midwestern University students and two local homeless shelters continue to join forces in providing care to the Phoenix Valley homeless community. More ››

Students to Receive White Coats in Ceremony IL

In an annual rite of passage, 600 first-year students from Midwestern University (MWU) will receive their clinical white coats at a ceremony to be held on Friday, September 26th at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois. More ››

MWU to Host Step Out to Fight Diabetes AZ

Join people from all walks of life at the West Valley Step Out to Fight Diabetes: Lighting the Way to a Cure on Saturday, September 27 at Midwestern University (MWU). More ››

Gala to Celebrate Community Service AZ

Join Midwestern University (MWU) and community leaders for the annual Bright Lights, Shining Stars gala on Saturday evening, October 18th at the MWU Campus at 19555 North 59th Avenue in Glendale. More ››

MWU Appoints New Chair of Biochemistry AZ

Midwestern University (MWU) announces the appointment of Yir Gloria Yueh, Ph.D., as the new Chair of the Department of Biochemistry at the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine(AZCOM.) More ››

MWU Seeks Patients for Parkinson’s Study AZ

Midwestern University (MWU) seeks 50 patients diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease for a research study on how osteopathic treatment could improve quality of life for patients with this disease. More ››

MWU to Hold Fall Commencement IL

Students from a variety of health care programs will celebrate the beginning of their professional careers at a fall commencement ceremony on Friday, September 5th on the Downers Grove Campus of Midwestern University. More ››

MWU Names New CPG Dean AZ

Midwestern University (MWU) announces the appointment of Dennis J. McCallian, Pharm.D., FACA, as the new Dean of the College of Pharmacy-Glendale. More ››

MWU Faculty, Alums Named Great Pioneers IL

More than 25 percent of the Great Pioneers in Osteopathic Medicine recently identified by the American Osteopathic Association are graduates of Midwestern University's Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM). More ››

St. Jude Chicago to Peoria Run Set to Take Off IL

More than just a physical challenge, each step of St. Jude Chicago to Peoria run provides hope for children battling cancer and other catastrophic diseases. The run will kick off from the Downers Grove campus of Midwestern University, 555 31st Street, at 9 AM on Friday, August 1, 2008. More ››

Wysocki Named New Alumni Director IL

Midwestern University (MWU) recently tapped 25-year Downers Grove resident, Barb Wysocki to lead its Office of Development and Alumni Relations. Ms. Wysocki brings a proven record of leadership, fundraising, and marketing to her new role as Director of Development and Alumni Relations for MWU. More ››

MWU/OPTI Policies and Procedures

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Contact Information

Find important phone numbers and contacts for the MWU/OPTI Programs in Downers Grove, Illinois and Glendale, Arizona. More ››

Midwestern University

Midwestern University (MWU) is a private, not-for-profit corporation organized primarily to provide undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate education in the health sciences. The University operates two campuses in Downers Grove, IL and in Glendale, AZ. The total University student body numbers 4,662, with 2,082 based on the Downers Grove Campus and 2,580 based on the Glendale Campus. More ››

Intern and Resident Policies

Intern and Resident Policies for the Midwestern University/OPTI More ››

Participating Partners

With unique learning opportunities at some of the finest healthcare facilities in the country, MWU/OPTI's affiliated hospitals consistently lead the nation in terms of cutting-edge technology, treatment, and care. More ››

Research Opportunities in the MWU/OPTI

The MWU/OPTI promotes advancement of knowledge and scholarly activity through research facilitated by its Directors of Medical Education (DMEs) and Program Directors. Midwestern University's Office of Research & Sponsored Programs (ORSP) provides support to the residents and their trainers to ensure that research activities meet standards established in accordance with local, state, and Federal government guidelines. More ››