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As you explore Western University of Health Sciences, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture. You will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others.

The culture of WesternU is about being and becoming – to help people discover who they are and who they can become. The Office of Recruitment is here to support you and your students. We look forward to serving you.

Upcoming Events For All Programs

Our colleges and programs offer a number of in-person and virtual events throughout the year, from virtual preview days, to group advising sessions, to presentations from faculty and more.  The list below provides links to information and registration for many of these events, and is updated regularly as new events are added.

• Physical/Occupational Therapy Jumpstart at UCLA

  Wednesday, October 15 at 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

• “Can I Really Do This?” Success Stories from Non-Traditional Students”

  Wednesday, October 15 at 5:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Are you considering pursuing a career in health care but are worried about whether you can handle the stress of graduate school? You’re invited to our webinar, where you’ll connect with WesternU alumni who will address the general concerns students have about pursuing higher education. Our alumni will discuss topics like: Have I waited too long to return to graduate school?, Is it too late to make a career change?, Am I going to be able to balance my family and the workload?, and other concerns students may have about returning to school to enter the health care field. We hope you’ll join us!

• OD Drop-In Group Advising

  Thursday, October 16 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Do you have questions about applying to WesternU’s Doctor of Optometry (OD) program? Drop in during our virtual group advising session, where you and your fellow prospective students will have the opportunity to ask an admissions team member your specific application questions. Register to get help navigating our admissions process and receive tips on how to become a competitive applicant.

• PhD in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences Information Session

  Thursday, October 16 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Are you interested in learning more about our PhD in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences program? Join us for a virtual program overview with Dr. Arbi Nazarian, Director of Graduate Education in the College of Pharmacy and Professor of Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences, as he provides an in-depth review of our Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences programs. Learn more about our programs’ curriculum, research opportunities, student life, application requirements and prerequisites, and more. Improve your chances of becoming a competitive applicant by receiving application advice and ask your questions during an open Q&A session.

• Master of Science in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences Information Session

  Thursday, October 16 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Are you interested in learning more about our MS in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences program? Join us for a virtual program overview with Dr. Arbi Nazarian, Director of Graduate Education in the College of Pharmacy and Professor of Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences, as he provides an in-depth review of our Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences programs. Learn more about our programs’ curriculum, research opportunities, student life, application requirements and prerequisites, and more. Improve your chances of becoming a competitive applicant by receiving application advice and ask your questions during an open Q&A session.

• Lewis and Clark College DPT Panel

  Thursday, October 16 at 6:15 PM Pacific Standard Time

• IDP Drop-In Group Advising

  Friday, October 17 at 1:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Do you have questions about applying to WesternU’s Doctor of Dental Medicine-International (IDP) program? Drop in during our virtual group advising session, where you and your fellow prospective students will have the opportunity to ask an admissions team member your specific application questions. Register to get help navigating our admissions process and receive tips on how to become a competitive applicant.

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session

  Monday, October 20 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Join us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.

• The Path to Being a Surgeon and Beyond

  Monday, October 20 at 6:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Join Heather Phipps, DO, Site-Dean of COMP-Northwest and Associate Professor Orthopedic Surgery and Sean McCully, MD, Associate Professor of Surgery, as they share their stories and experiences selecting surgery as a specialty, going through residency and continuing on into practice.  They’ll be joined by current medical students pursuing a similar surgical journey.  After hearing their stories we look forward to answering questions from our pre-med audience.  Even if surgery is not your specialty of choice, you are welcome to join us and hear their stories.  

• WesternU Pre-Pharmacy Club Meeting

  Monday, October 20 at 6:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

  We’re excited to invite you to a special event featuring Dr. Matthew Rim, PharmD, BCPS, Chief Pharmacy Officer in Ambulatory Services at Northwestern Medicine. Join us for an inspiring session as Dr. Rim shares his insights on pharmacy operations, clinical workflow optimization, and patient-centered service redesign. Dr. Rim brings a wealth of experience from his PGY1 and PGY2 residencies in Health System and Specialty Pharmacy Administration and Leadership, and his research—published in the American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy—has shaped innovative approaches to reducing pharmacy workload and improving care delivery. This is a valuable opportunity to learn from one of the field’s most forward-thinking voice. Please RSVP by 10/16/2025. We look forward to seeing you there!

• Master of Science in Nursing – Entry | Information Session

  Tuesday, October 21 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Nurses are in high demand! The field of nursing is a stable and fulfilling career path with plenty of opportunities for positive career growth but the journey to becoming a nurse can be challenging.  Please join us for this introductory informational session ideal for Bachelor degreed individuals who are looking to start their educational journey in nursing.

• Funding Your Future: Navigating Financial Aid for Graduate Programs

  Wednesday, October 22 at 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Do you have questions about applying for financial aid? Join our webinar to connect with a financial aid representative, as they share important deadline dates and different loan and scholarship opportunities created to assist you throughout your educational journey. You’ll also have a chance to ask them your questions during an open Q&A session. Your family and other members of your support system are welcome to join us! We’re excited to offer our financial aid webinar in both English and Spanish. Space is limited, so we encourage you to reserve your spot today!

• IDP Drop-In Group Advising

  Thursday, October 23 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Do you have questions about applying to WesternU’s Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) program? Drop in during our virtual group advising session, where you and your fellow prospective students will have the opportunity to ask an admissions team member your specific application questions. Register to get help navigating our admissions process and receive tips on how to become a competitive applicant.

• College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest Open House

  Saturday, October 25 at 8:30 AM Pacific Standard Time

  Please join us for an on-campus Open House for the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine program.  Located at the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific Northwest (COMP-NW) in Lebanon, Oregon, prospective students can learn more about WesternU, the D.O. curriculum, career development, and our unique community. During this event you will: •     Hear directly from faculty members about curriculum, clinical rotations, and specialty fields. •     Learn about WesternU’s commitment to advancing healthcare access among medically underserved, vulnerable and rural communities. •     Connect with current students and learn about their experiences. •     See an Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) demonstration. •     Explore classrooms, anatomy labs, simulation labs, and other hands-on learning spaces. •     Participate in interactive workshops •     Learn about application requirements and the admissions process. •          Understand the financial aid process. If you are an accepted student, please contact Donna Fulton at fulton@westernu.edu.

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session

  Monday, October 27 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Join us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.

• IDP Financial Aid Webinar: How to Navigate Your Investment into Dental School

  Tuesday, October 28 at 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Are you interested in applying to dental school but have questions regarding financial aid? Attend our Financial Aid Webinar, where you’ll meet with an admissions counselor and financial aid representative to learn more about the financial aid process. Receive information about different scholarship, loan, and grant opportunities; hear important financial aid deadline dates, and more! You’ll also have a chance to ask your questions during an open Q&A session.

• OD Step-by-Step OptomCAS Application

  Thursday, October 30 at 3:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

• Doctor of Physical Therapy Open House – Oregon Campus

  Saturday, November 1 at 9:30 AM Pacific Standard Time

  Join us for an on-campus Open House for the accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program.  Located at the College of Health Sciences-Northwest campus in Lebanon, Oregon, prospective students can learn more about WesternU, admissions, DPT education, professional development, and our unique community. During this event you will: •    Hear directly from faculty members about curriculum, experiential education and clinical rotations. •    Explore classrooms, hands-on learning spaces, and research equipment.  •    Participate an in interactive workshop. •    Understand the required prerequisites and the overall admissions process. •    Connect with current students and learn about their experiences.  

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session

  Monday, November 3 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Join us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session

  Monday, November 10 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Join us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.

• PhD in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences Information Session

  Thursday, November 13 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Are you interested in learning more about our PhD in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences program? Join us for a virtual program overview with Dr. Arbi Nazarian, Director of Graduate Education in the College of Pharmacy and Professor of Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences, as he provides an in-depth review of our Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences programs. Learn more about our programs’ curriculum, research opportunities, student life, application requirements and prerequisites, and more. Improve your chances of becoming a competitive applicant by receiving application advice and ask your questions during an open Q&A session.

• Master of Science in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences Information Session

  Thursday, November 13 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Are you interested in learning more about our MS in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences program? Join us for a virtual program overview with Dr. Arbi Nazarian, Director of Graduate Education in the College of Pharmacy and Professor of Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences, as he provides an in-depth review of our Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences programs. Learn more about our programs’ curriculum, research opportunities, student life, application requirements and prerequisites, and more. Improve your chances of becoming a competitive applicant by receiving application advice and ask your questions during an open Q&A session.

• DMD Get to know WesternU- Focus on campus Culture (for Parents and students)

  Thursday, November 13 at 3:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

• WesternU Preview Day & Open House | California Campus

  Saturday, November 15 at 8:30 AM Pacific Standard Time

  Get to know WesternU, our programs, and our community. Choose your program of interest and join us on our Pomona, California campus to: – Hear directly from faculty members about program curriculum and highlights – Explore our classrooms, labs, hands-on learning spaces, and more – Connect with current students and learn about their experiences – Participate in hands-on, interactive workshops – Learn about navigating the admissions process and preparing to meet our application requirements – Gain insights into setting yourself up for admissions success  

• WesternU Preview Day | Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences Livestream

  Saturday, November 15 at 9:45 AM Pacific Standard Time

    We’ve added a virtual option for our upcoming Preview Day & Open House! Join a livestream of our session highlighting the MS and PhD in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences programs to get to know WesternU, our programs, and our community. Register to: – Hear directly from faculty members about curriculum and program highlights – Connect with current students and learn about their experiences – Learn about navigating the admissions process and preparing to meet our application requirements – Gain insights into setting yourself up for admissions success  

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session

  Monday, November 17 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Join us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session

  Monday, November 24 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Join us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.

• Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) | Group Advising Session

  Tuesday, November 25 at 2:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

  For pre-med students who are interested in becoming physicians with a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree, Western University of Health Sciences hosts a virtual advising session every last Tuesday of the month. The college’s recruiter, TJ Pe, will be available to answer your admissions questions and/or get you connected with DPM students and faculty for more in-depth information about the program and career. This is an open session that you may enter and leave at your own convenience. 

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session

  Monday, December 1 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Join us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session

  Monday, December 8 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Join us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | Group Advising Session

  Monday, December 15 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

  Join us for a Q&A-style information session designed to address general questions about the admissions and application process. This session provides prospective students with an opportunity to gain valuable insights and clarification on what to expect as they navigate the application journey.