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University of Western States Launches Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine Program 

The new graduate program of professional study features a whole-person, individualized approach to health and well-being, integrating principles of naturopathic medicine and functional medicine.  University of Western States (UWS), an…

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UWS Faculty Insights from the American Counseling Association Conference

By: Dr. Amy O’Hana, UWS clinical mental health counseling professor   Professional organizations are pivotal to any profession, but they are especially important in the counseling profession. The American Counseling…

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UWS Guide to Portland Suburbs

University of Western States is happy to call Portland, Oregon home. The city of Portland is a vibrant hub of arts, food, music and culture. It’s not surprising the surrounding…

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Benefits of the Sports Medicine Program at UWS

By: Caitlin Jones, UWS doctor of chiropractic and sports medicine alumna There are a few different master’s programs that are offered at UWS with sports medicine being the most popular…

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Daniel Murphy, DC, DABCO, Named 2021 UWS Alumnus of the Year

Daniel Murphy, DC, DABCO, has been named the 2021 University of Western States Alumnus of the Year. This distinction recognizes and honors the accomplishments of outstanding UWS graduates as they…

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2021 ABCA Conference Student Experience

By: Jasmine Brewster Piper, UWS SABCA Chapter President, SABCA Western Region Student Representative The 21st American Black Chiropractic Association (ABCA) National Conference came at the perfect time. The past year…

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AASP Publishes Compensation Report for Mental Performance Work

The Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) recently released a 2020 compensation report for mental performance work that outlines job details such as median gross annual income, median compensation by…

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Virtual Workspace and Career Alumni Showcase

We invited a select group of University of Western States alumni “all stars” to serve as hosts for a unique video series. Alumni hosts talk about their career journey, the…

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Benefit of the UWS Sports Medicine Program to Medical Practitioners

By: Brent Marshall, EdD, MS, LAT, ATC, CES, UWS sports medicine program assistant professor What is the sports medicine degree at UWS? The sports medicine program at UWS is a…

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Oregon Capitol

Legislative Win for Oregon in Insurance Pre-authorization

By: Vern Saboe Jr., DC (Class of 1979) – Oregon Chiropractic Association, Lobbyist, ACA Delegate for Oregon Oregon Legislature recently passed House Bill 2517 and has been signed into law…

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