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  1. The Next Generation of Sunscreen: What You Should Know About Bemotrizinol

    FDA approved bemotrizinol in June 2026, the first new over the counter sunscreen ingredient in 27 years.

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    • MWU Clinics
    Sharon walks with students at Midwestern University Glendale Campus
  2. CPASS Scholars Explore Healthcare Pathways at Midwestern University

    High school students discover graduate healthcare education through hands-on experiences

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    • IL - Downers Grove
    Group of CPASS student in Pharmacy Lab
  3. A Year in Review: The Student Health Clinic

    The Student Health Clinic celebrates one year of serving students on the Glendale Campus

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    • AZ - Glendale
    Dr. Kamrie Wolf smiles at a patient in the Student Health Clinic
  4. Midwestern University Medical Student Earns Prestigious Schweitzer Fellowship

    CCOM Student Will Lead Emergency Preparedness Program for Chicago Immigrant Communities

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    • IL - Downers Grove
  5. Midwestern University Researcher Helps Shape International Standards for Precision Antibiotic Dosing

    Consensus recommendations help hospitals personalize treatment for critically ill patients

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    • IL - Downers Grove
    Dr. Rhodes works in lab
  6. From Small Towns to Big Dreams

    Arizona high school students explore future healthcare professions at Health Careers Institute

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    • AZ - Glendale
    Participants learn to correctly gown and glove for surgery in the mock operating room.
  7. Midwestern University Names First Chief Information Officer

    Ryan Schlagheck brings higher education, healthcare, and technology leadership to new role

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    • AZ - Glendale
    • IL - Downers Grove
    The Glendale and Downers Grove Campuses of Midwestern University.
  8. Midwestern University Faculty Member Publishes Pediatric Antibiotic Study in JAMA Network Open

    Study led by Dr. Marc Scheetz supports guideline-recommended vancomycin monitoring

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    • IL - Downers Grove
    Dr. Scheetz in lab
  9. Future Healthcare Professionals Explore Careers at Health Careers Institute

    Illinois high school students learn alongside MWU student mentors on the Downers Grove Campus

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    • IL - Downers Grove
    Students in a group posing for picture
  10. CCOM Students Recognized for Leadership and Research at AMA Annual Meeting

    Students earn leadership appointments, advocacy honors, and research presentation opportunities through the American Medical Association

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    • IL - Downers Grove
    nish Kakarla (CCOM '28) and Chandni Chandiramani (CCOM '27)
  11. College of Veterinary Medicine Hosts Phoenix Zoo Teens

    Animal-loving high school students watched an equine ultrasound, listened to a horse heartbeat, and viewed canine physical therapy

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    • AZ - Glendale
    In the large animal clinic, a high school student pets a practice horse while Dr. Waitt-Wolker teaches
  12. Midwestern University Graduates Ranked Among Nation’s Best at Student Loan Repayment

    Investopedia analysis highlights MWU's low nonpayment rate and the University's commitment to financial wellness

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    • AZ - Glendale
    • IL - Downers Grove
    Two women in white coats tend to a patient
  13. CCOM Students Build Lasting Community Research Partnership

    Student-led collaboration with CommunityHealth improves colorectal cancer screening

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    • IL - Downers Grove
    Exterior of Community Health
  14. Midwestern University Adds New Partnerships with Northern Illinois University and Ripon College

    Latest agreements expand Midwestern University's growing network of academic partnerships.

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    • AZ - Glendale
    • IL - Downers Grove
    Side by side Glendale and Downers Grove campus photos
  15. Future Forward: When I Grow Up, I Want to Be…

    High school students from ASU West Valley Future Doctors Institute visit Midwestern University for a glimpse into healthcare education

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    • AZ - Glendale
    Two high school students learn how to take vital signs from a Midwestern student in the simulation exam room