For the second consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report has named Western University of Health Sciences’ College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (COMP) and COMP-Northwest as a Tier 1 institution for primary care training.

WesternU is one of 16 institutions in the top tier for primary care. The 2025 rankings place medical schools into one of four tiers. Tier 1 institutions were in the 85 percentile or higher of medical schools ranked. WesternU is the only osteopathic medical school ranked Tier 1 for primary care. See the 2025 Best Medical Schools: Primary Care ranking here.

“We are deeply honored that Western University of Health Sciences has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a Tier 1 institution in Medical-Primary Care,” said WesternU Provost and Chief Academic Officer Paula M. Crone, DO ’92. “This distinction reflects the exceptional commitment of our faculty, students, and staff at the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and COMP-Northwest to advancing health care through compassionate, community-based education. It underscores our mission to prepare outstanding physicians who are making a meaningful difference in communities across the nation.”

Read the full story: WesternU COMP and COMP-Northwest named Tier 1 medical school for primary care for second consecutive year | WesternU News

Western University of Health Sciences’ College of Veterinary Medicine welcomed nearly 2,000 visitors to campus on Saturday, April 5, 2025, allowing children of all ages the opportunity to learn about the latest in animal care.

More importantly, to many of the children present, it was an opportunity to get up close and personal with some of their favorite animals.

Read the full story: WesternU College of Veterinary Medicine opens doors, hearts to the community | WesternU News

The College of Dental Medicine's suture workshop, held April 7, 2025, brought together inspired dental students, dedicated faculty mentors Drs. Mirfarsi, Boehm, Rahman, Islamoglu and Han, and Dental Student Research Group student leaders for an unforgettable hands-on learning experience. With expert guidance and mentorship, students sharpened their skills, built confidence, and took one step closer to becoming the clinicians they aspire to be.

Events like these remind us that learning goes far beyond the classroom—it’s about connection, practice, and the support of those who believe in our students' growth.

WesternU Giving Day is a 24-hour fundraising event on April 25, 2025 where our community comes together to support WesternU students.

Your generosity helps shape the future of health care by equipping the next generation of compassionate and skilled leaders to serve where they are needed most.

Help spread the word by engaging on social media. View more and download the tool kit: GivingDay_SocialMedia_Toolkit_Guidelines.pdf - Google Drive

Visit the WesternU Giving Day 2025 website: WesternU Giving Day 2025 · GiveCampus

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 15, 2025 in Anderson Tower, 100 W. 2nd St., second floor, Room 202 (CETL Lobby)

Join CETL for cosmic conversations, futuristic teaching tools, and a galaxy of opportunities to enhance your courses and/or career development. Whether you’re faculty or staff, CETL has training and resources to help you navigate the ever-expanding universe of professional growth. 

Meet the entire CETL crew, fuel up with space snacks, and explore ways CETL can help you go boldly where no educator or staff member has gone before!

Click here for more information and to register: Open House: CETL Is Out Of This World | CETL

Public Affairs and Marketing is holding an open studio portrait day in Pomona:

9 a.m. to 2:50 p.m. Tuesday, April 22

Please sign up for a timeslot that works for your schedule if you would like a new studio portrait.

We will schedule additional portrait days for those who cannot come to the studio on this day.