Western University of Health Sciences

10/16/2026

Western University of Health Sciences is proud to be a co-presenting sponsor of the Pomona 5k & 10k.

Join us Saturday, Oct. 17, in downtown Pomona for a great morning of running, walking, community, and wellness. Then stop by our Free Health & Wellness Resource Fair at Shaun Diamond Plaza from 8 a.m. to noon!

We’ll see you at the starting line!

HealthAndWellness

10/13/2026

Western University of Health Sciences' College of Health Sciences celebrated its 40th anniversary by honoring the pioneers who built the college’s foundation and by raising money to benefit students.

About 200 guests celebrated the event at the Doubletree by Hilton Claremont on Sept. 26, 2026. WesternU Senior Director of Alumni Engagement & University Experience and CHS alumnus Tom Fox, MSHS ’19, served as the master of ceremonies. Guests included representatives from the Inland Valley Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., the Marsell Wellness Center, the Pomona Unified School District, and the city of Pomona. Pomona Vice-Mayor Lorraine Canales and Sandra Lopez, representative from state Sen. Susan Rubio’s office, presented CHS Dean Gail Evans Grayson, EdD, MA, with proclamations celebrating the occasion.

Dean Evans Grayson thanked CHS’s founders, faculty, staff, and students.

“You are the reason for our purpose,” Evans Grayson told the CHS students in attendance. “You are the vision. You are the humanistic providers. We look to you and we are waiting for each and every one of you at the finish line. Thank you for coming to spend time with us and know that all of the donations and proceeds received today goes back to you so that we can ensure that you remain successful.”

Western University of Health Sciences College of Health Sciences celebrated its 40th anniversary by honoring the pioneers who built the college’s foundation and by raising money to benefit students.

10/08/2026

10/05/2026

WesternU College of Podiatric Medicine is expanding its virtual reality (VR) operating room thanks to a $500,000 gift from Dr. Bruce Lawrence and Mrs. Janet Lawrence.

“The Lawrence family is an extremely generous supporter of advancing education,” said WesternU College of Podiatric Medicine Acting Dean Jacqueline Truong, DPM, MPH, FACFAS, DABPM.

“We see an opportunity to change the course of podiatric education and advance it to the next level while optimizing patient safety at the same time,” Truong said. “This type of investment in the future of podiatric education and through our College specifically really helps our College be on the forefront. Our students benefit from these developments tremendously. They will achieve competency in a more innovative and integrated curriculum that meets them where they’re at.”



https://news.westernu.edu/westernu-college-of-podiatric-medicine-to-expand-virtual-reality-learning-modules-and-financial-aid-with-gifts-from-dr-bruce-lawrence-and-mrs-janet-lawrence/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=PR-cpm-lawrence-donation-202610

09/30/2026

Join NALHE SoCal and Western University of Health Sciences MHA Program for A Night with Marco Torres, COO of LA General Medical Center.

Hear from a healthcare leader as Theylinn Garcia moderates the conversation and Marco shares insights on:

• How an MHA can open doors to leadership opportunities
• The power of networking in healthcare
• The importance of Latino representation in healthcare administration
• Overcoming cultural barriers to pursuing higher education
• Leading with a service-oriented heart

📅 Thursday, October 1, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Western University of Health Sciences | Classroom East, Pomona
💻 Hybrid Event: Attend In Person or Virtually

Connect, learn, and be inspired during an evening of meaningful conversation and networking.

Space is limited for in-person attendance! Register today: https://shorturl.at/LdO4c

09/29/2026

As research continues to grow at WesternU COMP, recognition from national organizations continue to grow as well.

COMP Associate Professor and Co-Director of the Office of Student Research Sébastien Fuchs, MD, PhD, is the first WesternU faculty member to be elected a Fellow of the American Federation for Medical Research (FAFMR). The FAFMR designation is the highest honor conferred by the AFMR and recognizes sustained contributions to research, leadership, service, and participation in the medical research community. Dr. Fuchs became a Fellow at a meeting held Sept. 25, 2026, one of three to earn this distinction in 2026.

“I am deeply honored to be nominated as a Fellow of the American Federation for Medical Research,” Fuchs said. “This recognition reflects the importance I place on mentoring students, advancing meaningful research, and contributing to the broader scientific community. I am especially proud of helping students cultivate curiosity, confidence, and a lasting interest in research. I am grateful to the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and Dean Warren for the continued support of my efforts to engage students in scholarly work and to foster the next generation of clinician-scientists.”

As research continues to grow at Western University of Health Sciences’ College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (COMP), recognition from national organizations continue to grow as well.

09/11/2026

Western University of Health Sciences’ Military Medical Student Association (MMSA) held its annual 9/11 memorial service on the WesternU California campus Sept. 11, 2026, to pay tribute to those who lost their lives and honor those who continue to serve.

Western University of Health Sciences’ Military Medical Student Association (MMSA) held its annual 9/11 memorial service on the WesternU California campus Sept. 11, 2026, to pay tribute to those who lost their lives and honor those who continue to serve.

09/11/2026

From developing nurse scientists to providing operating room experiences to aspiring perioperative nurses, the collaborative learning partnership between Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center and WesternU’s College of Graduate Nursing is helping to build a stronger health care workforce by educating nursing professionals who save lives, solve problems and improve the care of patients and communities.

09/01/2026

Western University of Health Sciences celebrated 92 graduates of the Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP), a six-week course for aspiring health care professionals. WesternU’s Office of Academic Community Engagement (ACE) held a ceremony recognizing the SHPEP graduates in July on the WesternU California campus.

WesternU College of Dental Medicine Dean and lead Principal Investigator Elizabeth Andrews, DDS, MS, addressed the crowd of scholars and family members assembled in person and on Zoom about their future in health care professions.

“The scholars we celebrated today represent the future of health care,” Dean Andrews said. “Over the past six weeks, they have demonstrated extraordinary dedication, resilience, and passion for service. We are proud to have supported their growth through SHPEP and are excited to see the positive impact they will make as future health professionals and leaders in their communities.”

08/28/2026

A look back at Experience WesternU!​

Thank you to everyone who joined us on August 22 for a day of exploration, connection, and discovery. From campus tours to meeting faculty, students, and admissions teams, it was great to welcome so many future healthcare professionals to our Pomona campus.​

Missed the event? Stay connected to learn about upcoming opportunities to experience WesternU.​

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