WesternU’s Black History Month Signature Event focuses on equitable vaccine access and education

Western University of Health Sciences Office of Humanism’s Black History Month Signature Event focused on a clinical pharmacist’s research into social determinants of health driving inequities in health care outcomes, and her solutions that have made a tangible impact in the Inland Empire.

UC San Diego Associate Professor of Clinical Pharmacy Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir, PharmD, MPH, presented “From Structural Barriers to Structural Solutions: A Roadmap for SDoH-Driven Interventions in Clinical Practice” Feb. 18, 2026, on the WesternU California campus. Her research focuses on antimicrobial resistance and stewardship with an emphasis on identifying racial, social and structural disparities in infectious disease outcomes in order to inform targeted interventions for vulnerable communities.

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Click on the video link below to learn more about Dr. Abdul-Mutakabbir’s work and to watch WesternU’s Black History Month Signature Event in its entirety. 

Inquiry to Impact: An Evidence-Based Practice Intensive

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 7, 2026 in the Pumerantz Library 2nd floor classroom. Lunch will be provided.

Clinicians face complex decisions every day, and the ability to confidently translate research into practice has never been more important. To support this essential skill set, the library is hosting an upcoming full-day immersive workshop led by the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) and designed to strengthen evidence-based practice (EBP) skills and empower clinicians to make informed, impactful decisions.

In this hands-on workshop participants will:

• Refine clinical questions
• Collaborate effectively with medical librarians
• Design and document rigorous search strategies
• Rapidly screen and critically appraise evidence
• Synthesize findings and determine the best course of action for practice change

Participants will leave with a clear understanding of the full EBP workflow and the confidence to apply it within their own practice settings to improve patient outcomes and advance clinical excellence.

Register Here: https://www.aorn.org/details/inquiry-to-impact--an-evidence-based-practice-intensive

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

9 a.m. to 2:50 p.m. Wednesday, March 25

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.

The Ontario Reign is our local professional ice hockey team (American Hockey League/AHL) that plays in the Toyota Arena.

This is a special event open to all WesternU students, alumni, faculty, staff, and their families. Join us for an unforgettable evening of connection, entertainment, high-energy Reign hockey action, plus a fun '90s Night theme! Don't miss this chance to celebrate your WesternU pride. 

Event Details:

·   What: WesternU Night with the Ontario Reign vs. Henderson Silver Knights

·   When: Friday, March 6, 2026

·   Time: Game starts at 7 p.m.

·   Where: Toyota Arena – 4000 Ontario Center, Ontario, CA

·   Special Event Highlights:

·  Exciting hockey action

·   Enjoy a '90s Night theme

·   Group photo on the ice!

Ticket Information: Special pricing available to WesternU community (while supplies last)

·   Prices: Ranging from $21.05 - $29.12

·   Purchase Tickets Here

Come out, cheer on the Ontario Reign, and celebrate the WesternU community! We can't wait to see you there!

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