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Drew University of Medicine and Science (CDU) is a private, nonprofit, nonsectarian, minority-serving medical and health sciences institution. Located in the Watts-Willowbrook area of South Los Angeles, CDU has graduated more than 550 medical doctors, 2,500 post-graduate physicians, more than 2,000 physician assistants and hundreds of other health professionals. The only dually designated Historic

ally Black Graduate Institution and Hispanic Serving Health Professions School in the U.S., CDU is recognized as a leader in translational and health inequities research, specifically with respect to heart disease, diabetes, cancer, mental health, and HIV/AIDS. Recently, the CDU/UCLA medical program was named the best performer in the University of California System with respect to producing outstanding underrepresented minority physicians by the Greenlining Institute.

01/07/2025

🇩🇴💛 CDU in the Dominican Republic!

Our team of 22 students, staff, faculty, and alumni made an impact in a rural community in the La Romana region.

✅ Served 118 adults & children through a mobile clinic
✅ Trained 10 community leaders in disaster preparedness & first aid

This interprofessional teamwork showcases the heart of CDU — knowledge, compassion, and dedication.

Join us for the 10th Annual CDU President's Breakfast on Thursday, February 27, at the Colburn School’s Zipper Hall in D...
01/01/2025

Join us for the 10th Annual CDU President's Breakfast on Thursday, February 27, at the Colburn School’s Zipper Hall in Downtown Los Angeles. This year's theme is “Health Disparities: Are We Better Now?”

Don't miss this engaging conversation with leaders and innovators. Stay tuned for updates on panelists and tickets!

A warm welcome to our newest nursing students! The CDU College of Nursing recently hosted an on-campus New Student Orien...
12/23/2024

A warm welcome to our newest nursing students!

The CDU College of Nursing recently hosted an on-campus New Student Orientation for the Master of Science in Nursing Entry-Level Master’s program and the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. We’re thrilled to welcome these future healthcare leaders to the CDU family! 💛⚕️

Congratulations to CDU Board of Trustees Chair John Baackes on his retirement as CEO of L.A. Care Health Plan at the end...
12/20/2024

Congratulations to CDU Board of Trustees Chair John Baackes on his retirement as CEO of L.A. Care Health Plan at the end of 2024. While stepping down from this role at L.A. Care, Baackes will continue serving CDU in his capacity on the Board of Trustees.

His leadership fostered a powerful partnership between L.A. Care and CDU, marked by groundbreaking achievements that have had a profound impact on the University and its students.👏🖤

History in the making! CDU College of Nursing proudly welcomes the first-ever cohort of the LVN-BSN program, made possib...
12/19/2024

History in the making! CDU College of Nursing proudly welcomes the first-ever cohort of the LVN-BSN program, made possible through a HRSA-funding grant in partnership with AltaMed.

We’re excited to see this incredible group of students pave the way for the future of nursing! 💛

Special thanks to Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Omega Delta Omega Chapter, for visiting our campus and generously don...
12/11/2024

Special thanks to Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Omega Delta Omega Chapter, for visiting our campus and generously donating $1,000 to support student scholarships!

We are grateful for their continued commitment to empowering students and advancing education! 💚

CDU partnered with LA County Board Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell and the Black Caucus of the Los Angeles Commission on HI...
12/10/2024

CDU partnered with LA County Board Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell and the Black Caucus of the Los Angeles Commission on HIV to honor World AIDS Day. This year’s theme was Our Stories, Our Strength: Elevating Black Lives.

The event featured powerful speakers and artistic expressions before concluding with a resource fair. Thank you to everyone who attended and supported CDU for World AIDS Day!

CDU students in the First Year Experience course showcased their Life Design Maps, visualizing their goals, dreams, and ...
12/07/2024

CDU students in the First Year Experience course showcased their Life Design Maps, visualizing their goals, dreams, and plans for success as they begin their journey at CDU.

This course supports new and transfer students in reflecting on strengths, growth areas, and self-care while fostering a supportive community of peers, faculty, and staff.

Congratulations to our first-year students on this exciting start — welcome to the CDU family! We’re excited to see what you all accomplish! ✨💛

CDU’s Mervyn M. Dymally College of Nursing hosted a Nursing Student Research Symposium, highlighting the impressive work...
12/06/2024

CDU’s Mervyn M. Dymally College of Nursing hosted a Nursing Student Research Symposium, highlighting the impressive work of BSN Cohort 4. 👏🦁

Students presented semester-long research projects on critical topics like social media and depression, intergenerational trauma, and nurse incivility in healthcare, showcasing their skills in research and evidence-based practice.

CDU College of Medicine hosted an inspiring conversation with Dr. Uché Blackstock, founder and CEO of Advancing Health E...
12/05/2024

CDU College of Medicine hosted an inspiring conversation with Dr. Uché Blackstock, founder and CEO of Advancing Health Equity, moderated by CDU medical student Makeen Yasar.

Dr. Blackstock shared insights from her New York Times Best Seller and her journey to becoming a physician. The event was the Drs. Ludlow and Ruth Creary Lectureship Luncheon, held on campus.

Thank you, Dr. Blackstock, for sharing your story and inspiring the next generation of healthcare leaders!

After our latest Discover CDU event attracted a record number of students to campus, we are already excited for our next...
11/27/2024

After our latest Discover CDU event attracted a record number of students to campus, we are already excited for our next one on Saturday, March 15, 2025. Mark your calendars! ✨📆

One week until !Mark your calendars and join CDU in supporting future healthcare professionals who are committed to cre...
11/27/2024

One week until !

Mark your calendars and join CDU in supporting future healthcare professionals who are committed to creating a world without health disparities. Your gift helps empower students to advance health and wellness for all. 💛🦁

CDU College of Medicine hosted their inaugural MD Summer Elective Showcase, where second-year medical students presented...
11/26/2024

CDU College of Medicine hosted their inaugural MD Summer Elective Showcase, where second-year medical students presented their research to the CDU community.

We are proud of our students' hard work and dedication to advancing healthcare knowledge. Congratulations, MS2s! 👏🎉

Thank you to everyone who attended our historic Discover CDU! We were thrilled to connect with over 400 prospective stud...
11/22/2024

Thank you to everyone who attended our historic Discover CDU! We were thrilled to connect with over 400 prospective students and guests during our open house, where they heard from CDU staff, faculty, students, and alumni. 💛

Attendees got a glimpse into CDU’s mission, vision, and the resources we offer to support student success. We hope to see you on campus soon as a Mighty Lion! 🦁✨

📚✨ Join us this Saturday at Discover CDU, an on-campus Open House, for an opportunity to learn about admissions to any o...
11/14/2024

📚✨ Join us this Saturday at Discover CDU, an on-campus Open House, for an opportunity to learn about admissions to any of our programs! 🦁🎓

Register: https://apply.cdrewu.edu/register/dcduf24

CDU hosted a career and internship fair on campus, allowing students to connect with local organizations. Almost 20 empl...
11/14/2024

CDU hosted a career and internship fair on campus, allowing students to connect with local organizations. Almost 20 employers visited the fair, including APLA Health, AIDS Healthcare Foundation, and TCC Family Health. 🤝✨

CDU recently celebrated the retirement of College of Nursing Professor Ana C. Cortez, recognizing her 10 years of dedica...
11/07/2024

CDU recently celebrated the retirement of College of Nursing Professor Ana C. Cortez, recognizing her 10 years of dedicated service, unwavering commitment, and outstanding leadership.🎉✨

Thank you, Professor Cortez, for your years of inspiration and mentorship. You will always be part of the CDU family! 💛

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🇩🇴💛 CDU in the Dominican Republic! Our team of 22 students, staff, faculty, and alumni made an impact in a rural community in the La Romana region. ✅ Served 118 adults & children through a mobile clinic ✅ Trained 10 community leaders in disaster preparedness & first aid This interprofessional teamwork showcases the heart of CDU — knowledge, compassion, and dedication.

A healthier tomorrow starts today! CDU nursing students are taking the lead to spread awareness about flu and COVID-19 vaccines. Join us in keeping our community strong and protected! 💛🦁

Your health matters!  Watch as our incredible CDU nursing students share the facts about the flu and COVID-19 vaccines. Protect yourself, your loved ones, and your future! 💪💉

From generation to generation — all now proud CDU alumni. Once a Mighty Lion, always a Mighty Lion! 🦁✨

Protect yourself and your community! As part of a class project, our talented CDU nursing students created videos like this one to highlight the importance of getting your flu and COVID-19 vaccines this season. Let’s work together to stay healthy and safe! 🩺✨

It’s #NationalTransferStudentWeek and we’re celebrating the journeys of our amazing transfer students! Meet Ja’Niya Gray, a proud Compton College graduate who joined the CDU family and has thrived in our supportive community. Welcome, Mighty Lion! 🦁💛

🎉 Happy National Transfer Student Week! 🎉 We are celebrating the unique journeys of our incredible transfer students. Meet Njeri Kiambati, a proud transfer student and current CDU Student Government President. Her story is a testament to hard work, resilience, and leadership, beginning at community college and continuing to thrive within our CDU community. 💛🖤

As #HispanicHeritageMonth comes to a close, CDU proudly celebrates the history, culture, and contributions of the Latinx community. Although the month is ending, our commitment to uplifting and celebrating Latinx heritage continues year-round. Let’s continue celebrating and embracing diversity on campus, as we honor the rich heritage that strengthens us all. 💛 🖤

🎉✨ Happy Physician Assistant Week! We’re proud to celebrate the incredible contributions of current and future PAs everywhere, especially the superhero PA students in our CDU family, for their vital role in providing compassionate care and improving patient outcomes. Thank you for your dedication and expertise in healthcare! 💛

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Jazz at Drew! 🎶 You brought the energy to make the day unforgettable. We’re grateful for your support and can’t wait to see you again next year! 🎷✨ #jazzatdrew #morrisday #jazz #musicmeetsmedicine

Next Saturday at Jazz at Drew 2024! 🎶🎷Experience the sounds of Morris Day and The Time, Norman Brown, The Lao Tizer Band ft. Eric Marienthal, DW3, Erin Stevenson Music, and J.Anthny. 🎟️ Tickets are going fast!: https://www.cdrewu.edu/jazz-at-drew/

As we welcome the second cohort of students into CDU's historic MD program, our first cohort shares some advice to guide them on upcoming medical school journey. 🩺💡

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Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (CDU) is a private, nonprofit, nonsectarian, minority-serving medical and health sciences institution. Located in the Watts-Willowbrook area of South Los Angeles, CDU has graduated more than 550 medical doctors, 2,500 post-graduate physicians, more than 2,000 physician assistants and hundreds of other health professionals. The only dually designated Historically Black Graduate Institution and Hispanic Serving Health Professions School in the U.S., CDU is recognized as a leader in translational and health inequities research, specifically with respect to heart disease, diabetes, cancer, mental health, and HIV/AIDS. Recently, the CDU/UCLA medical program was named the best performer in the University of California System with respect to producing outstanding underrepresented minority physicians by the Greenlining Institute.