UWS 2017-2018 Annual Report

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Annual Report Integrating Health and Science

Table of Contents Mission ................................................................................................................. 3 President’s Message ........................................................................................ 5 2017 Alumna of the Year ............................................................................... 7 Donor Profile: Dr. Rosemary Zimmerman ............................................. 10 Students Giving Back to the Community .............................................. 12 Increasing Diversity within Integrative Care .......................................... 16 Thank You to Our Supporters .................................................................... 19 UWS by the Numbers .................................................................................. 23 UWS Board of Trustees and Executive Staff ......................................... 26

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Mission To advance the science and art of integrated health care through excellence in education and patient care.

“For the good of the patient�

The UWS motto captures the intent behind much of what happens at UWS. At the core of university decision-making is the greater professional responsibility to the patients who ultimately benefit from the fulfillment of the university mission through integrated health care.

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“The evidence-based curriculum at UWS is focused on uncovering the root causes of conditions. Students are dedicated to learning non-invasive, holistic care that truly revolves around the patient’s wants and needs.”

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– Rebekah Wilks, UWS chiropractic student

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or the good of the patient. It’s the motto of University of Western States, and it’s so much more than just a phrase.

The advancement of the whole-person model of health care, by providing the highest level of clinical training to those who are called to be integrated health care practitioners, is the driving purpose behind our existence, and we hold it at the center of all we do.

Ultimately, it is for the good of the patient that UWS works to provide each and every student the opportunity to have a transformative educational experience. It is for the good of the patient that we seek to support and facilitate connections among our alumni at every step in their journey as practitioners. It is for the good of the patient that we advocate for holistic models of care locally, regionally and internationally.

This 2017-18 edition of the University of Western States Annual Report is a celebration of our motto and of everyone who holds it close to their heart. In it, you’ll read about UWS sports medicine students who are improving the physical well-being of studentathletes in local high schools. You’ll learn the innovative ways our chiropractic interns are reaching out to people who wouldn’t otherwise have access to care. You’ll meet Dr. Robert Owens, adjunct professor in the sport and performance psychology program, and learn about his work to recruit a diverse student

body to the field of applied sport and exercise psychology. You’ll be inspired by Dr. Jordan Graeme, our 2017 Alumna of the Year, who is building significant bridges between the worlds of chiropractic and allopathic care in her role at the Comprehensive Pain Center at OHSU. As you read this report, you will also learn how you can directly contribute to the acceleration of this work. Whether you contribute financially, refer excellent student candidates or act as a mentor or preceptor to students and young graduates, make no mistake - when you support UWS, you are not just supporting what happens within our walls. You are changing the health care status quo, one graduate at a time. You are offering people lifelong wellness and relief from pain, one clinic visit at a time. You are broadening the reach of integrated health care disciplines, and giving others a vision for how non-invasive care, backed by science and practiced with art, transforms lives - for the good of the patient.

Sincerely,

Joseph Brimhall, DC President

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Dr. Jordan Graeme, 2017 UWS Alumna of the Year

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Dr. Jordan Graeme: 2017 Alumna of the Year Regarded as a role model within the profession as well as integrated health care, Dr. Jordan Graeme, chiropractic physician on the Comprehensive Pain Center team at OHSU, was named the UWS 2017 Alumna of the Year.

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s she walks around the 15th floor of the Center for Health and

and practices at the Body of Health Chiropractic and Wellness Center.

Healing at Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU), Jordan

He developed tremendous respect for Dr. Graeme through their

Graeme, DC, MS, greets everyone with a warm smile and is eager to

interactions in their shared UWS HNFM courses. The two met in person

show off the picturesque clinic space overlooking Portland’s South

for the first time at the 2017 NW Symposium since the HNFM program

Waterfront neighborhood.

is online.

Whether interacting with the front office staff, patients or fellow health

“She is a great role model for women in the profession,” said Dr.

care providers, Dr. Graeme offers kind-hearted conversation and a

Young. “Too often, when we recognize women for their achievements

sense of genuine empathy.

in our society we say things that make it sound like she did well...

At the 2017 Homecoming and NW Symposium*, Dr. Joseph Brimhall, UWS president, presented the Alumna of the Year Award to Dr. Jordan Graeme. Dr. Graeme earned two degrees from University of Western States (UWS), a Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) in 2011 and Master of Science in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine (HNFM) in 2014.

“I was extremely humbled and honored upon getting the news that I had been chosen as the UWS Alumna of the Year,” said Dr. Graeme. “The way that I work with my patients on a day-to-day basis is what’s always been important to me, so I didn’t realize how it effects other people, such as those at my alma mater. It was very humbling to connect with

for a woman. I think that is unfortunate. What Dr. Graeme is doing is special for a man or a woman and is a great example of the type of leadership we have from the many great women in chiropractic. I think all chiropractors in the state of Oregon owe her a debt of gratitude for representing us so well on such an important stage.”

Currently, Dr. Graeme serves as the chiropractic physician on the Comprehensive Pain Center team at OHSU in Portland. The health care team is comprised of physicians, nurses, psychologists and other experts in whole body therapies. The OHSU pain center is among the largest in the region and offers treatments for acute and chronic pain.

my nominator and hear him explain how my job also makes a difference

“Dr. Graeme provides a wonderful example for chiropractic physicians

for him. It’s nice to know that you’re making an impact.”

seeking to provide integrated, team-based health care,” said

Dr. Graeme was nominated by the 2016 UWS Alumnus of the Year, Jason Young, DC, MS (‘07). Dr. Young currently lives in Corvallis, Ore.,

Joseph Pfeifer, DC, vice president of clinic affairs at UWS. “Her work within the Comprehensive Pain Center provides CONTINUED

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Alumna of the Year continued great advantages to her colleagues and patients there. Our academic

The philosophy within the community of health care providers at

affiliation with OHSU and Dr. Graeme provides valuable clinical training

the Comprehensive Pain Center is the belief that medication works

experiences for our chiropractic

best when integrated with lifestyle

students. She is most deserving of

coaching and therapies such as

the recent UWS Alumna of the Year

chiropractic care, physical therapy,

award.”

Because of the affiliation between OHSU and UWS, chiropractic students are able to complete preceptorships with real-world application under direct supervision at OHSU. Recent UWS graduate Ricki Schoepp, DC, gained valuable knowledge through collaboration with Dr. Graeme during her threemonth preceptorship.

“I had a great experience with

“For me, the knowledge I’ve acquired over the last six years, as well as what I took from my mentors and colleagues, always brings me back to doing whatever is best for the patient. My philosophy overall is patient-based; what

acupuncture, massage therapy,

works for them works for me.”

the way we had hoped,” said Dr.

– Dr. Jordan Graeme

Dr. Graeme at OHSU,” said Dr. Schoepp. “She is kind and extremely knowledgeable about chiropractic, nutrition and the most up-to-

counseling and more.

“One of my favorite things about this group of health care providers is that once a month, the entire clinic has scheduled meetings where we discuss complicated cases or patients that may not be responding Graeme. “We collaborate together to see what we may be missing. We openly discuss how we can work together to ensure that the patient is

getting what they need and, if not, how we can solve it together.”

date, evidenced-based and effective treatments for patients. She was

Dr. Young added that in Dr. Graeme’s role at OHSU, she is not only

incredibly patient in helping me to learn the patient flow and was

providing an integrated and unique clinical training experience for UWS

always open to any questions or concerns I had as an intern. It was

students but also bolstering the chiropractic profession.

obvious to me that she has a passion for chiropractic and she was attentive and warm to all of her patients. I consider her to be my mentor in going forward with chiropractic and aspire to successfully help patients in the same way that she

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stress reduction therapy, nutritional

can and will continue to do.”

“Dr. Graeme’s position at OSHU is very unique and important,” said Dr. Young. “I can't count the number of arguments about the legitimacy of chiropractic health care that I have ended when I referred the other person to the OHSU website showing Dr. Graeme as a part of that organization. The beauty of it is that she's not there in an academic or

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Alumna of the Year continued ornamental capacity. She is doing what chiropractors do.”

Dr. Graeme became the first chiropractic physician on the Comprehensive Pain Center team three years ago, after the center’s initial launch. A massage therapist and acupuncturist were also hired around the same time.

With the growth in recognition of integrated care, the team just hired another chiropractic physician, UWS

HEART TO HEART WITH DR. GRAEME A sense of community has always been of utmost importance to Dr. Graeme, both in her personal life as well as in the office. Growing up in Madras, Ore. and Klickitat, Wash., Dr. Graeme graduated with a class of 11. Klickitat High School had just 52 total students, all of whom she was close to.

graduate Ty Weingard, DC (‘09), as well as two more

In her spare time, Dr. Graeme, her fiancé and their tight-

acupuncturists and a naturopath. The clinic has also

knit community of friends play in co-ed softball and

expanded to a location in Beaverton, Ore., where Dr.

volleyball tournaments, as well as rotate a schedule for

Graeme will rotate twice a week.

who cooks dinner for the group. Living without cable,

Patients today expect an open dialogue between their health care provider team, and Dr. Graeme recognizes that collaboration is ultimately what is most beneficial for the overall care of the patient.

“I think being in the position I am, I see both sides,” she explained. “I see both the allopathic and holistic side and we both have walls. We both have misconceptions of one another and what each other does. At the end of the day, we’re all just doing the best we can for patients, so

they also love to get out and travel, play card games such as rummy and pinochle and spend time with her horse.

While a student at UWS, Dr. Graeme recalls the connections she made with her classmates and professors as one of the most special takeaways. “The community you gain through the school was what made everything so special to me,” said Dr. Graeme. “No matter where I go, I feel very proud to say I’m a UWS grad.”

being open to bridge that gap is crucial so we can be more collaborative

“For students who are currently going through the program, my advice

in not just this setting, but in every setting.”

to you would be to soak it all in, enjoy the comradery and trust that your

* Each year, University of Western States (UWS) hosts the UWS Homecoming and NW Symposium, an event with opportunities for health care practitioners to attend seminars and network with peers.

This event also features the presentation of the Alumni Recognition Award, which honors alumni whose achievements have elevated the fields of integrated or chiropractic medicine, made a difference in the community and upheld the university’s mission.

career will work out the way it’s supposed to. Often, it’s easy to stress about one thing and have an idea or plan on how things should be but it doesn’t always end up that way,” said Dr. Graeme. “If you would have told me at the start of chiropractic school that I would be working for a collaborative pain team at OHSU, I would have never imagined that, but I wouldn’t have it any other way now. Don’t stress about the grade; stress about the patients. In the end, that’s all that matters.”

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Dr. Rosemary Zimmerman: Proud to Pay It Forward Dr. Rosemary Zimmerman’s career has taken many rewarding paths, but since the beginning, enriching lives through volunteering and philanthropy has been her greatest source of pride.

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osemary Zimmerman, DC, DACBSP, Dipl Med Ac (’84) has spent a lifetime reinventing herself and her career, alongside her husband Mark Zimmerman, MD. As a way to give back to the chiropractic profession and to pave the way for those who will continue its advancement, the Zimmermans have joined the UWS Bequest Society by committing to leave a provision for the university in their estate plans.

As a new graduate from University of Western States (then Western States Chiropractic College), Dr. Zimmerman began her career focused on the care of athletes, only to expand her practice over time to providing full-scale clinical offerings, including acupuncture, physical therapy and stress management. Throughout it all, her dedication to providing the highest-quality whole-person chiropractic care—and to ensuring the continued advancement of the chiropractic profession— guided her path.

Dr. Zimmerman spent most of her career working in Alaska, first in Anchorage, then in Girdwood. As she grew her practice, Dr. Zimmerman also established a robust referral network between different kinds of medical providers.

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“When I completed my diplomate with the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians, I established a satellite clinic in Alaska at a ski resort and the local hospital in an effort to network closer with other medical practitioners. Being married to a physician has helped me reach those goals by creating an open dialogue to recognize that there have been differences in our

Dr. Mark Zimmerman and Dr. Rosemary Zimmerman

medical and chiropractic perspectives,” said Dr. Zimmerman. ”However, by listening to each other respectfully without judgment and offering mutual support, Mark and I have grown stronger together, thereby enabling us to give more generously to others.”

Dr. Zimmerman eventually moved from Alaska to Arizona, where she expanded her practice into animal chiropractic, with a special focus on horses.

University of Western States Alaska (Alzheimer’s Association of Alaska), the American Red Cross of Alaska and the Girwood Rotary, among many more.

“When I reflect on my

“When I reflect on my 33-year career, I am most proud of my

33-year career, I am most

education and was an obvious choice for my education. The quality

proud of my philanthropy.”

– Dr. Rosemary Zimmerman

“I really enjoy the diversity of working with animals and humans,”

philanthropy,” said Dr. Zimmerman. “UWS is the leader in chiropractic education, expanding infrastructure and health care networking opportunities in Portland are unsurpassed by any other school. The progressive philosophy and long-term planning ensure that UWS will always be at the cutting edge for continued long-term growth. I’m proud to know my bequest will support that.”

CONSIDER YOUR LEGACY

said Dr. Zimmerman. “I purchased a fifth wheel trailer and a one-

UWS Bequest Society honors those who have named UWS

ton pickup truck, so I am able to reach populations in the state that

as a beneficiary in their estate plans. Gifts come in many

are underserved. It is very fulfilling and I feel appreciated and well

amounts, from people of all walks of life, and are a way to leave

supported.”

a lasting legacy and influence the future of evidence-informed

Throughout her career, Dr. Zimmerman has also served the profession as president of the Alaska Board of Chiropractic Examiners and as the state delegate to both the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners and the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, among many

integrated health care even if you are unable to make a gift today. Besides their importance to UWS, these gifts can often reduce or eliminate estate taxes. Other planned giving methods – charitable trusts, life insurance policies, and retirement

other leadership positions.

account distributions – can offer tax benefits as well. To learn

In addition to giving back to the chiropractic profession, Dr.

contact Kelli Rule, UWS development officer, at 503-847-2556

Zimmerman has passionately given to a bevy of charitable organizations. While living in Alaska for 35 years, she helped with the

more, please speak with your personal financial advisor, or or giving@uws.edu

establishment of a Scholarship Endowment Fund through the Alaska Community Foundation and served in leadership positions on the Alaska World Affairs Council, Alzheimer’s Disease Resource Agency of

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For the Good of the Patient: Becoming Better Doctors

by Giving Back to the Community Staying true to the university mission statement, vision and core themes, UWS students are able to expand their skills within the community through local high school athletic programs and service organizations.

University of Western States (UWS) partnerships in the community allow students to experience diverse patient populations and to connect with health care providers throughout the region.

UWS offers a world-class, integrated education to students and provides the community with an unsurpassed natural approach to health and wellness.

From providing free care to high school athletes, to serving patients in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction, the following stories exemplify the UWS motto, “For the Good of the Patient.”

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UWS SPORTS MEDICINE STUDENTS SUPPORT LOCAL STUDENT ATHLETES

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ou see it, do it and teach it to master it,” said Jun Kawaguchi, DC, ATC, assistant professor in the sports medicine program.

“This concept applies to the experience our students get in the Master of Science in Sports Medicine program at University of Western States (UWS). They see their supervisors do certain things, then they do those tasks many times to become proficient at them. Once the students reach their upper quarters, they teach the junior students, which further helps them in their understanding. My hope is that our graduates will have enough experience in a wide variety of skills and situations that they feel comfortable ‘flying solo’ as sports clinicians from day one.”

The sports medicine program at UWS allows chiropractic students, chiropractic physicians and other practicing health care professionals to tailor their focus toward the evaluation, treatment, management and rehabilitation of injured athletes and optimizing the performance of athletes at any level.

Hands-on training is an emphasis of the program. Students work with local sports teams and multi-level athletes, training on location for their

University of Western States practicum experience at local high schools.

David Douglas and Parkrose High Schools are two of the practicum sites where UWS students provide services to student athletes.

Green, a student in the sports medicine program. “Teenagers are a unique population.

Communicating and building relationships with them makes us better clinicians. On top of that, working at the high schools forces us to be on our game regarding conditions and treatments, because you never know what condition you’re going to encounter next.”

“The involvement from our students at local high schools is the culmination of the UWS motto – ‘For the Good of the Patient.’ Students are able to work with Students spend 33 hours per quarter at local student athletes who otherwise would local schools and outreach events within the not have access to such high-quality sports sports medicine program and many students medicine care. These high school students choose to work more hours. are largely underserved by the traditional medical community and few have a Annually, the UWS sports medicine program relationship with any health care provider,” provides care and treatment to more than said Brent Marshall, MS, ATC, assistant 1,500 athletes representing more than professor at UWS. “The UWS faculty 24 sports. and students are often the first medical “The most beneficial takeaway is that professionals that the students see for their students see that they are making a injuries and other sports-related medical Chantelle Green and Parker Pratt, ninth quarter difference in the lives of young people,” said conditions. This allows the UWS faculty and chiropractic students Marshall. “By helping to provide excellent students to intervene for the betterment of patient-focused care at the high schools, the UWS faculty and the health of the patients we serve, leading to life-long physical wellstaff help to keep the athletes at our local high schools safe and being and health.” healthy when they participate in high school sports and activities, Under supervision, UWS students perform evaluation and treatment while simultaneously gaining invaluable hands-on patient care of athletic injuries, provide taping services, educate on sports injuries, experience under the supervision of licensed athletic trainers and perform concussion evaluation and management, and provide chiropractic physicians.” emergency care for athletes during practices and events.

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Student Community Involvement continued “Because of the services that UWS provides to our student-athletes here at David Douglas High School, our athletes feel safe having them available during practices and competitions,” said Greg Carradine, David Douglas High School athletic director. “The athletes are more aware of how to take care of their bodies and they recognize the potential of this as a post-secondary career. It also helps to teach them that providing services for others is important and can really make a difference.” 

PROVIDING HEALTH CARE TO UNDERSERVED POPULATIONS

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s part of the real-world application of skills prior to graduation, UWS student interns rotate throughout the Portland community to provide care for largely underserved and vulnerable populations.

“UWS has a rich history of active involvement in our communities, consistent with the university’s vision, mission and values,” said Joseph Pfeifer, DC, vice president of clinic affairs at UWS. “In the clinical realm, we have developed partnerships that provide health care to populations that would not otherwise have access to services they need. These affiliations also provide important and diverse clinical experiences for our students as they develop into competent and caring health care providers. By maintaining these partnerships, we enhance the well-being of our communities while helping prepare our students to be successful as providers in the communities they will ultimately serve.”

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UWS students and clinic staff work with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical centers, the Returning Veterans Project, De Paul Treatment Centers,

Volunteers of America of Oregon (VOA), the Portland Rescue Mission, Outside In, Shepherd’s Door and more.

“Each of these sites offers chiropractic interns the opportunity to work with populations who are generally underserved,” said Owen Lynch, DC, UWS clinician. “Working with other medical and service providers such as alcohol and drug counselors or social workers allows our students to gain a better understanding of what it takes to be a mindful, empathetic caregiver to those who need it most.”

The Outside In Clinic and Health Services department is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a five-star Patient-Centered Primary Care Home (PCPCH) that serves vulnerable populations requiring medical services. The organization provides primary care, women’s health, complementary medical services, group health classes, transgender services and integrated behavioral health services to patients that fall below the federal poverty line. Patient ages range from adolescence to elderly, with a large percentage of patients being homeless or unstably housed.

“It is our organization’s policy to not prescribe narcotics and instead, integrate chiropractic and acupuncture modalities into our patient’s primary care,” said Timothie Rochon, RN, CNM, MSN, clinic and health services manager of Outside In. “Being able to offer these services to patients who often are unable to access such services creates improved health care to those who are often suffering the most.”

UWS chiropractic interns are empowered to form connections with the patients they treat and are reminded to always ask the question, “How can I make a difference?”

Brodie Hornstein, a 10th quarter chiropractic student who works in the

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Men’s Residential Center through the VOA, said that the work he’s been able to do with the men in the program has restored his faith in the rehabilitation system.

Those receiving care at the Men’s Residential Center through the VOA are referred by the criminal justice system.

“Most of our patients have never seen a chiropractor, been adjusted or have received any nutritional advice,” Hornstein said.

“It’s very rewarding to see what a simple adjustment does for their pain and wellbeing. The gratitude our patients show us interns is awesome and always appreciated.

It’s inspiring to see how the work we do with these men empower them to overcome their pasts, go back into the community and become leaders and mentors to others struggling with addiction.”

integration into a healthy community.

“UWS has supported Shepherd's Door in a variety of ways,” said Ashley Van Brunt, RN, BSN, PCCN, staff member at Shepherd’s Door. “From providing meals to our residents, giving educational lectures on health-related topics, to offering free chiropractic services to residents, all of these services have been invaluable. The services that UWS has provided serve to promote the holistic health of individuals in our program, as well as community health overall. Promoting health is a vital piece to our residents building life skills that will help them succeed in addiction recovery and beyond.”

Students find the experiences valuable and are happy to be able to help out the community they live in.

“The types of cases we see at organizations The UWS community also helps local such as Outside In can be unique and it organizations with more than chiropractic really pushes us to apply critical analysis care. Shepherd’s Door is a community of of our treatment techniques,” said Melissa UWS alumna Catherine Kanda, DC, and Timothy single women and women with children Sawatzky, 10th quarter chiropractic student.

Brinkman, sixth quarter chiropractic student volunteering “I believe that stepping out of the books (ages 10 and under) who are a part of in the kitchen at Shepherd's Door in Portland.

New Life Ministries at Portland Rescue and into the real world is a vital experience Mission. As an organization, Shepherd’s Door for any health care provider. I’m proud and offers residential recovery programs for addiction therapy and strives hope that UWS continues to reach out for more opportunities to to provide ongoing support for career planning, job searches and serve our surrounding communities.”

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Modeling Service and Cultural Inclusivity: UWS Faculty and Staff Work to Expand Cultural and Integrated Health Care Perceptions UWS students thrive under countless opportunities to apply the knowledge they’re gaining through their coursework into real-world application.

The faculty and staff at UWS help facilitate student success and recognize the importance of participation throughout the community.

The following stories are just a few examples of UWS educators taking initiative to share their knowledge and compassion, for the good of the patient.

UWS CLINICIAN WORKING TO NAVIGATE LANGUAGE BARRIERS

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earning how to utilize the health care system in a non-native country can be extremely difficult, especially when the language is foreign to you. To help curb the issue of language as a barrier to health care, Dr. Aaron Montgomery, chiropractic physician and assistant clinical director in the UWS clinic system at the Gresham location, volunteers at public libraries in Portland helping with an English as a second language class (ESL) through the organization People-Places-Things.

“As a chiropractic physician at UWS, it’s important for us to give back to the community,” said Dr. Montgomery. “We hope that the people who come to this class know that they truly have a safe space both here and in the UWS clinics.”

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The ESL classes around Portland vary in size, but generally have a minimum of around 10 students each class.

“Currently, there are about 15 classes around the Portland area and we’ve been going strong for seven years,” said Patrik McDade, founder and program director for People-Places-Things. “The people that come to these classes are actively looking for additional language and cultural skills, as well as to develop relationships and access to the civic system.”

In Oregon, where the majority of health care practitioners are Caucasian, some patients find it more difficult to reach across cultural and racial boundaries to access care.

Patrik McDade, founder and program director for PeoplePlaces-Things, and Dr. Aaron Montgomery, chiropractic physician and assistant clinical director in the UWS clinic system (Gresham).

“We need a way to train practitioners how to engage across differences so we can provide culturally competent and respectful care,” said McDade. “Having practitioners volunteer at this class doesn’t solve all the problems, but it’s one way.”

While outreach programs and volunteering won’t completely correct systematic issues, it does start to build bridges within the community.

“Ultimately, this class is about developing relationships with people,” said McDade. “When you have that, it helps you understand why people

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Faculty and Staff Community Involvement continued are here, where they’re coming from and the specific needs they have.

Those who volunteer at this class learn how to communicate better – particularly with non-native English speakers – how to slow down, how to repeat a little bit and how to make that feel more natural.”

A member of the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) for more than five years, Dr. Owens believes that inclusivity in the profession is paramount. He serves as chair for the AASP Diversity Committee. The committee’s main goal is to ensure that AASP honors the commitment to diversity and is an inclusive community for all members. The broad definition of diversity includes, but is not limited

UWS PROFESSOR PLAYS ROLE IN INCREASING FIELD DIVERSITY

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or Robert Owens, EdD, CSCS, adjunct professor in the sport and performance psychology (SPP) program at UWS, the ability to work with students from a variety of backgrounds and experiences makes his job as an instructor more meaningful and rewarding.

Dr. Owens first became interested in the field of sport psychology through his work as a group exercise instructor and strength and conditioning coach. Initially, his primary research interest was examining how media images of elite athletes influenced how undergraduate students conceptualized what it meant to be an athlete in contemporary culture.

In graduate school while serving on the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) wellness leadership team, he became interested in what motivated individuals to engage in physical activity and remain committed to achieving their health and wellness goals. This sparked his current research interest in the connections between health and wellness, organizational culture, and optimal employee performance.

“One question I really want to answer is how sport and performance psychology practitioners help organizations promote, measure and sustain health and wellness in ways that optimize employee performance in high stress work environments,” said Dr. Owens.

“Moreover, I wanted to understand the role of culture in promoting, sustaining, and measuring health and wellness in these organizations.”

The UWS contingent at the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) conference in Florida. (Dr. Robert Owens – bottom right)

to, race, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, gender, age, physical and mental capabilities and nationality.

“As an individual who comes from a multi-racial family (and inhabits multiple marginalized identities), I have always been interested in diversity, inclusion and social justice,” he said. “Sport is one of the few arenas where individuals of different racial, ethnic, socio-economic, linguistic and cultural backgrounds come together. Dialogues and training around diversity help professionals become culturally sensitive and reflective practitioners.”

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Faculty and Staff Community Involvement continued As the chair of the Diversity Committee, Dr. Owens helped organize the AASP – HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) Regional Conference. The third annual conference was held on the campus of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University in Tallahassee, Fla., March 2 – 3, 2018.

This student-led conference was targeted toward members of traditionally underrepresented populations who are interested in careers within applied sport and exercise psychology (SEP). The goal of the annual conference was to increase diversity in the field of SEP by recruiting a more diverse population of practitioners and to foster a dialogue around diversity and social justice issues in applied SEP settings.

“For many students, this conference was a first introduction to the field of applied sport and exercise psychology,” said Dr. Owens. “We wanted students to leave the conference with a clear definition of the field, its purpose and the kinds of employment opportunities available post-graduate degree. If students left the conference with a greater appreciation for diversity and inclusion within the profession, we did our jobs.”

UWS FACULTY COLLABORATIONS IN INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

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he Student Alliance for Integrative Medicine (SAIM) is a studentgoverned organization in Portland, comprised of students from the five health care universities of the Oregon Collaborative of Integrative Medicine (OCIM). These institutions include University of Western States (UWS), Pacific University (PU), National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM), Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) and Oregon College of Oriental Medicine (OCOM). The mission of OCIM is to provide leadership in advancing

integrative health through collaborative education, research, patient care and advocacy for the benefit of patients.

On January 20, SAIM hosted the Ninth Annual Integrative Medicine Day at OHSU. This half-day conference gathered students and professionals from varied health professions to collaborate and discuss the latest topics in the health care field. This year’s topics included the role of integrated medicine in the future of health care, graceful aging, pre-metabolic dysfunction, and the benefits and challenges of an integrative practice.

UWS Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine Program Director, Daniel Redwood, DC, was on the panel to discuss pre-metabolic dysfunction.

“The 2018 Integrative Medicine Day was a great opportunity to reach out to students from other Portland-area institutions who share our commitment to holism and natural approaches to the prevention and treatment of illness and imbalance,” said Dr. Redwood. “There is a long and rich tradition of mutual respect and collaboration among the chiropractors, naturopaths, acupuncturists and medical doctors in the Portland-area. This was a chance to deepen these bonds of friendship.”

OCIM member schools have been collaborating since 1989 and the organization was formally established in 2003. Integrative Medicine Day builds on this longstanding history in order to continue to provide patients with the best possible integrated health care.

“My favorite part of the event was seeing the large areas of common ground among the representatives of the four integrative medicine professions (chiropractic, medicine, acupuncture and naturopathy) on the panel I was part of, as well as to learn more about the skills and perspectives that each brings to the table,” said Dr. Redwood. “This is important, because our patients rely on us not only to help them with our own specialized skills, but also to work collaboratively with other health professionals to bring about the best possible health outcomes.”

University of Western States

Thank You to Our Supporters

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niversity of Western States is thriving, in part, due to the unwavering support of its alumni and friends. Your generosity continues to grow. I am pleased to report that from January 2017 to the time of this printing, UWS has welcomed 257 new and renewed contributors, student referrers and bequest society members. On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I thank those who are investing in the success of UWS, and in the future of integrated, evidence-informed health care.

I also thank the many who volunteer their time and expertise as mentors and preceptors to students and new grads. Your service is valued. I hope your involvement has enriched your life in equal measure to the lifechanging impacts felt by those with whom you’ve shared your time and clinical skills.

I hope that the people and programs you read about in our Annual Report will fill you with pride in this institution. I hope they will inspire you to continue and broaden your support for UWS. Contributions of all types and all amounts make a difference. It is only by working together that we will continue the legacy of excellence in integrated health care and chiropractic medicine …for the good of the patient.

DONOR RECOGNITION We are pleased to recognize those who contributed financially to the university from January 2017 to March 2018, as well as those who have referred students who are now enrolled in a UWS program, from the winter 2017 term to date.

Our best effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our list. If you notice an error, please contact Kelli Rule, development officer, at 503-847-2556 or giving@uws.edu so we may correct it online and in future publications.

Long-time, consistent donors are identified with one of these symbols:  5 year +

 10 year +

 15 or more years

BEQUEST SOCIETY These individuals have kindly notified us of their intent to leave a provision to UWS in their will.

Dr. Jan Neal (class of 1986) and Mr. Britton Kennedy Dr. Orval S. Ladd (class of 1957) Dr. Rae Lyn Winblad (class of 1983) Dr. Rosemary Zimmerman (class of 1984) and Dr. Mark Zimmerman Anonymous

Sincerely,

LEADERSHIP PARTNERS-GOLD Gifts of $100,000 +/yr.

Standard Process 

LEADERSHIP PARTNERS Robert Jones, DC, APC Chair, UWS Board of Trustees

Gifts of $25,000 - $49,999 Integrative Therapeutics

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DONOR RECOGNITION VISIONARY CONSERVATORS – GOLD

Dr. Jerome Fryer

Gifts of $10,000 - $24,999 Foot Levelers 

Ms. Catherine Hall

Mr. Kole Satchell

Dr. Stephanie Halloran

Dr. Paul Schones

Dr. Bev Harger 

PRESIDENT’S SOCIETY – STUDENT REFERRAL PROGRAM

Dr. Benjamin Heath

Dr. Chris Scott

Dr. Dennis Harper

From Winter 2017 to date.

Dr. Jack Herschorn

Mr. Baltej Sekhon

Ms. Trisha Howell

Ms. Samantha Silva

Dr. Kamal Ikram

Ms. Elise Steel

Dr. Nathaniel Janzen

Dr. Brent Symes

Mr. Benael John-Rose

Ms. Rhiannon Szomolyai

Dr. Elna Johnson

Mrs. Karen Thomas

Dr. Kyle Jones

Dr. Meghan Thomas

Dr. Roger Jones

Dr. Drake Tollenaar

Dr. Stephen Jones

Mr. Daniel Torres

Dr. Melody Libatique

Ms. Anne Townley

Dr. Eric Loberg

Ms. Haley Vilhauer

Dr. Vincent Lodato

Dr. Edward C. Voss

Dr. Michael Lovich

Dr. Michelle Waggoner

Mr. William Lutz

Dr. Jeff Watts

Dr. Jordan Macintyre

Dr. Melissa Young

Dr. Donald Grant

Dr. Timothy Igielski

Lifetimer Intl.

Dr. Clyde Jensen

MyoVision

The Joint Chiropractic Dr. Robert Jones

VISIONARY CONSERVATORS

Dr. Tim Klena

Gifts of $5,000 - $9,999

Dr. Sharon Krieger

2017 Board of Trustees Dr. Joseph and Ami Brimhall  The CHP Group 

Drs. Lester and Laura Lamm  Dr. Bobby Lucas Dr. Charlotte Matityahu Dr. Joyce McClure

NCMIC 

Ms. Sandy Mooney

HERITAGE CIRCLE Gifts of $2,500 - $4,999

Dr. Bill and Karen Moreau  Dr. Elli Morton – in memory of Dr. Lester Lamm

Dr. Richard Allen Dr. Andrew Alvis Dr. Keiichi Aoyama Dr. Amanda Armington Dr. Paul Attalla Mr. Ryan Averett Dr. Amy Berglund Dr. Tyler Best Dr. Shireesh Bhalerao Dr. Crystal Boser Dr. Kristina Bosnar Mr. Chris Brindley

Moss Adams LLP

Ms. Jessica Brunet

Mr. Steven Moulds - in memory of Dr. Lester Lamm

Dr. Craig Buhler

Drs. John and Georgia Nab

Ms. Penny Comins

Dr. Donald Hammond 

National Board of Chiropractic Examiners

Dr. Ted Conger

Performance Health

Nutritional Therapy Association

Mr. David Baum - in memory of Dr. Lester Lamm Dr. Sharron Fuchs The Gatti Law Firm

Dr. Nikita Vizniak

Dr. David Peeace Dr. Michael Pettet

PRESIDENT’S SOCIETY

Drs. Joseph and Barbara Pfeifer 

Gifts of $1,000 - $2,499

Dr. Jay Robinson

Dr. William Borman  Dr. Pat Browne  Dr. Raymond Capone III Dr. Patricia G. Conners-Allen  Davidson Benefits Planning Dr. Daniel DeLapp

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Dr. Nicole Adamson

Dr. Jennifer Forbes

Dr. Michael Sears Dr. Charles Simpson  Dr. Murray Smith  Dr. Mark Sutton  Ms. Janet Tapper  U.S. Bank Dr. Julia Wilber Drs. Mark and Rosemary Zimmerman

Ms. Jenna Collie

Dr. Scott Cramer Ms. Francoise Noel De Tilly Dr. Randall Dreessen Dr. Tara Drobot Mr. Thomas Easley Dr. Wendy Eidman Dr. Dustin Elliott Dr. Paul Fearn Dr. Jennifer Forbes Mr. Brandon Fromm Dr. Aaron Gardner Ms. Katie Ghelfi Dr. Glenn Gumaer

Mr. Brent Marshall Dr. Ali Masoumi Dr. Kristin McMillan Dr. Dylan Milam

WELLNESS STEWARD Gifts of $500 -$999

Dr. Paul Molina

Dr. Christopher Bess

Dr. Tyna Moore

Dr. Morgan Carlson

Dr. William Moore

ChiroPAC

Dr. Phillip Morgan

CleanNet of the Northwest

Ms. Andrea Nakayama

Dr. Jessica Desbrow

Ms. Coco Newton

Mr. John Greaney

Dr. Gregory Oltmann

Dr. Michael Haneline

Ms. Olivia Pelaez

Dr. Robert Hollingsworth

Dr. Danielle Pickering

Dr. Bernadette Howlett

Ms. Annette Reed

Mr. James Mascenik

Dr. Sharilyn Rennie

MedPro Group

Dr. Beth Rizer

Dr. Daniel Murphy 

Dr. Matthew Roller

Oregon Chiropractic Association

 5 year +

 10 year +

 15 or more years

University of Western States

December 2017 UWS Commencement

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DONOR RECOGNITION WELLNESS STEWARD CONTINUED

Dr. Barbara Stewart

Dr. Amarpaul Dhaliwal

Dr. Monte Lindmier

Dr. Susan Schultz

Dr. Susan Strom – in honor of Savanna Ray

Ms. Susan Dunn

Dr. Craig Little

Dr. Harvey Schwartz

Dr. Horace Elliott

Dr. Verl P. Long

Dr. Julia Esterly

Ms. Lisa Lopez

Dr. Jon Schwartzbauer - in memory of Dr. Lester Lamm

Dr. Stanley Ewald

Dr. Angela Macdonald

Ms. Alisa Fairweather 

Made Here PDX

Dr. Christine Farlow

Dr. Logan Martin

Float On

Dr. Kathleen Manley

Dr. Glenn Frieder

Dr. Craig Manning

Mr. Jim Friscia

Dr. Jason Mavor

Adidas

Dr. Shannon Gaertner-Ewing

Dr. Lee McCaffrey 

Dr. Scott Aley

Dr. Rick Allen

Dr. Timothy Gallucci - MyoMetal

Dr. Bonnie McDowell 

Dr. Rebekah Anderson

Dr. Amanda Armington

Dr. Lorraine Ginter 

Dr. Neil McMahon

Dr. Dan Beeson

Ms. Nelda Armstrong

Dr. Catherine Hale

Dr. Stephen Mellor 

Dr. Donald Bonney 

Dr. Denise Asgian 

Dr. Larry Hanberg

Dr. Patrick Montgomery 

Dr. Mel Bornstein

Dr. Laura Baffes

Dr. Amy Hanson

Mt. Scott Fuel Co.

Dr. Richard Cole

Dr. Edward Bednarz

Ms. Ingrid Haugaard

New Seasons

Dr. Richard Cowles

Dr. Stephen Bender

Dr. Sean Herrin

Ms. Chelsea Nordby

Dennis 7 Dees

Dr. Shireesh Bhalerao

Drs. Elise and Randy Hewitt 

Ms. Laurie Novak

Dr. Travis Dunlap

Dr. Gretchen Blyss

Mr. Hank Hirsch 

Ms. Megan Nugent

Dr. Bradley Eyford

Brix

Dr. Lisa Hoffman 

Dr. Molly Ouellette

Dr. Matt Freedman

Buddy Rest Products

Ms. Paula Houser

Dr. David Panzer 

Dr. James Gerber 

Buffalo Wild Wings

Ms. Elena Howells

Ms. Kathleen Parrish

Dr. Lisa Hoffman 

Dr. Craig Buhler

Dr. Alice Jacobson 

Dr. Kelli Pearson

Dr. Gail Karvonen

Ms. Peggy Burgus 

Dr. Jeffrey Johnson

Dr. David Perham, Jr.

Dr. Brandi Kuhn

Ms. Kathleen Cannon

Dr. Kevin S. Johnson

Dr. Richard L. Peterson

Dr. Ron LeFebvre 

Dr. Michael Carnes

Dr. Jabeen Jussa

Dr. Richard Pozar

Dr. Owen Lynch 

Dr. Bruce Chaser 

Dr. Michael Kirkland

Dr. Ravid Raphael 

Dr. Sara Mathov

Cheryl’s Off 12th

Ms. Olga Klochkova

Dr. Timothy Ray

Ms. Rosalia Messina

China Gel

Dr. Kenneth Koenig

Dr. Bryce Milam

Cinetopia

Dr. Clark Konczak

Dr. Gordon Rody - in memory of Dr. Lester Lamm

Dr. Joshua Christensen

Dr. Jacqueline Laarabi

Dr. Ronald Rogers  Ms. Jan Schwartz Ultimate Software Dr. Ronald Watson

MINDFULNESS COMMUNITY Gifts of $250 - $499

Drs. Alex and Rachael Pandzik Rock Tape Dr. LaVerne Saboe, Jr. Dr. Jill Schuldt

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Dr. Jamey Wallace Ms. Mary Beth Young – in honor of Dr. Amanda Armington and the CHC staff

LEGACY BUILDERS Gifts up to $249

Dr. Patrick Conlin

Dr. Suzanne Lady

Dr. Mia Crupper

Dr. Ted Laurer 

Dr. Cathy Cummins

Dr. William Lauretti

Dr. Philip Devasto

Dr. Kevin Leung

Dr. Andrew Shaw Dr. Priscilla Shea Dr. Julie Shivley Dr. Dana Sims-Barbarick Dr. Dawn Smallwood  Solutions4 Natural Clinical Health Spinal Tap / the UWS Campus Store Mx. Erika Stanley and Mary Stafford Dr. Brett Stine Dr. James Strange Dr. Steven Storla Ms. Julie Stutzman Dr. Ralph Svehaug Mr. Peter Szucs Dr. Steven Taliaferro Dr. Rebecca Taylor Trader Joe’s Ms. Jessica Vollendorf Dr. Dana Weary  Dr. Edward Welch Dr. Michael Williams Dr. Spencer Williams Dr. Rae Lyn Winblad Wooden Chicken Pub Woodland Wood Connections Dr. Eric Wunsch Dr. Karen Zamzow

Dr. Leo Romero 

Dr. Christopher Zander

Ms. Jennifer Rosenberger - in memory of Dr. Lester Lamm

Dr. Megan Zetter Dr. Megan Ziskovsky

Ms. Kelli Rule Dr. Stephen Scheer  5 year +

 10 year +

 15 or more years

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UWS by the Numbers FY 2017 DONATIONS, SPONSORSHIPS AND PLEDGES

FY 2017 FINANCIALS

Source: 2017 audited financials

Source: 2017 audited financials

WHERE DOES THE MONEY COME FROM?

DONORS $182,704

FACULTY, STAFF AND BOARD

CORPORATIONS, ORGANIZATIONS AND FOUNDATIONS

TUITION AND FEES 88.2%

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CLINIC REVENUE 3.3% INVESTMENT RETURNS 3.0%

TUITION AND FEES 88.2%

AUXILIARY ENTERPRISES 2.5% GRANTS 1.2%

ALUMNI AND FRIENDS

CONTINUING EDUCATION 1.2%

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CONTRIBUTIONS 0.9% OTHER 0.3%

TOTAL INCOME: $25,030,132

$29,923

TOTAL CONTRIBUTIONS

FACULTY, STAFF AND BOARD

CORPORATIONS

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WHERE DOES THE MONEY GO?

$43,395

ALUMNI AND FRIENDS

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM SUPPORT 34.6%

$100,000 PLEDGE PAYMENTS

TOTAL UNIQUE DONORS: 141

INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT 27.3% STUDENT SUPPORT 21.5% CLINICS 9.0% AUXILIARY ENTERPRISES 3.9% RESEARCH 2.5% EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM SUPPORT 34.6%

CONTINUING EDUCATION 1.2%

TOTAL EXPENDITURES: $22,504,999

HOW IS THE MONEY DISTRIBUTED?

HOW DONORS GAVE

BUILDING FUND 27.0%

OUTSIDE SERVICES 10.6% SUPPORT SERVICES AND OTHER 10.4%Â DEPRECIATION 4.0% SUPPLIES 3.6% UTILITIES 1.9% INTEREST EXPENSE 1.7% INSURANCE 0.8% PRINTING 0.4%

Lester Lamm, DC

CONTRIBUTIONS AND PLEDGES

STUDENT COMMONS PROJECT 28.0%

SALARIES AND BENEFITS 66.5%

SALARIES AND BENEFITS 66.5%

TOTAL: $356,022

CLINICS FUND 10.0% PROFESSORSHIPS 10.0% ANNUAL FUND 9.0% EVENT SPONSORSHIPS 8.0% LESTER LAMM REMEMBRANCE FUND 3.5% SCHOLARSHIP FUND 2.0% STUDENT CLUBS 1.0% LIBRARY FUND 1.0% OTHER SUPPORT 0.5%

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Program Snapshots

Master of Science

SPORT AND PERFORMANCE PSYCHOLOGY MS-SPP

Winter Quarter 2018 UWS continues to grow, both in programmatic offerings and total number of enrolled students. These program snapshots show demographic information for UWS students in each academic program for Winter 2018, the most recent term for which we have information.

FY17 DEGREES CONFERRED: 1

26 STUDENTS

median

AGE

M F

41 59 GENDER%

RACE

WHITE: 59% BLACK: 10% ASIAN: 3% MORE THAN ONE: 11% NOT DECLARED: 17%

DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC DC

FY17 DEGREES CONFERRED: 125

RACE

WHITE: 69%

27 STUDENTS

median

AGE

M F

BLACK: 1% ASIAN: 9%

58 42 GENDER%

Doctor of Education

SPORT AND PERFORMANCE PSYCHOLOGY EdD-SPP

HISPANIC: 3%

FY17 DEGREES CONFERRED: 0

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MORE THAN ONE: 10% NOT DECLARED: 8%

STUDENTS

median

AGE

M F

62 38 GENDER%

RACE

WHITE: 51% BLACK: 13% HISPANIC: 8% MORE THAN ONE: 5% NOT DECLARED: 23%

Master of Science

SPORTS MEDICINE MS-SM

FY17 DEGREES CONFERRED: 43

26 STUDENTS

median

AGE

M F

65 35 GENDER%

RACE

Graduate Certificate

SPORT AND PERFORMANCE PSYCHOLOGY

WHITE: 74% BLACK: 1%

CERT-SPP

HISPANIC: 3%

42

MORE THAN ONE: 15%

STUDENTS

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FY17 DEGREES CONFERRED: 0

ASIAN: 7%

median

AGE

M F

RACE

WHITE: 67%

67 33 GENDER%

NOT DECLARED: 33%

University of Western States

Master of Science

EXERCISE AND SPORT SCIENCE MS-ESS

FY17 DEGREES CONFERRED: 6

27 STUDENTS

median

AGE

M F

58 42

RACE

WHITE: 50% MORE THAN ONE: 17% NOT DECLARED: 33%

GENDER% Certificate

MASSAGE THERAPY MT

FY17 DEGREES CONFERRED: 41

32 STUDENTS

Master of Science

HUMAN NUTRITION AND FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE MS-HNFM

FY17 DEGREES CONFERRED: 89

median

AGE

M F

RACE

WHITE: 69% ASIAN: 8%

38 62

MORE THAN ONE: 8% NOT DECLARED: 15%

GENDER%

RACE

WHITE: 70%

35 STUDENTS

median

AGE

M F

BLACK: 1% ASIAN: 2%

12 88 GENDER%

HISPANIC: 3% MORE THAN ONE: 9% NOT DECLARED: 15%

Master of Science

DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING MS-DI

FY17 DEGREES CONFERRED: 1

28 STUDENTS

Graduate Certificate

HUMAN NUTRITION AND FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE CERT-HNFM

AGE

RACE

WHITE: 50%

0 100

NOT DECLARED: 50%

GENDER%

FY17 DEGREES CONFERRED: 1

39 STUDENTS

median

M F

median

AGE

M F

RACE

WHITE: 59%

29 71

HISPANIC: 3%

GENDER%

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Board of Trustees and Executive Staff BOARD OF TRUSTEES

STAFF

Horace Elliott

Joseph Brimhall, DC President

Rebekah Anderson, DBA, PMP Chief Information Officer

Bernadette Howlett, PhD Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Lisa Lopez, CPA Chief Business Officer

Jennifer Forbes, DC Shannon Gaertner-Ewing, DC John Greaney, JD Robert Jones, DC, APC Joyce McClure, DC

Pat Browne, EdD Special Assistant to the President Rosalia Messina, MPA Executive Vice President

Kathleen Galligan, DC Dean, College of Chiropractic Dana Sims-Barbarick, PhD Dean, College of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies

Sandra Mooney, CPA Elli Morton, DC

Colman Joyce, PhD Vice President for Enrollment and Student Services

Michael Pettet, DC, CCSP Ron Rogers, DC

Sara Mathov, DC, MS Vice President for Operations and Campus Planning

Jamey Wallace, ND N. Edwin Weathersby, DC

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Joseph Pfeifer, DC Vice President of Clinic Affairs

Janet Tapper, MLS Dean, Library Services Peter Szucs, MA Associate Dean, Students Elena Howells Director of Administrative Services

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