Northwestern Health Sciences University Students Serving on National Acupuncture Board
Three students are representing Northwestern Health Sciences University on the national board of directors of the American Association of Oriental Medicine (AAOM) - Student Organization. MORE ...

Minnesota Legislator Named Northwestern Alumnus of the Year
Rep. Jim Abeler, DC, wanted to make a difference. Dr. Abeler had a good career already, working in his chiropractic practice in Anoka, Minn. But he wanted another avenue to touch others’ lives. MORE ...

Class Presentations Explore Variety of Topics at Northwestern Health Sciences University
Topics ranged from the nutrients found in Brazil nuts to the effect asbestos has on the immune system in “Immunology and Clinical Microbiology,” a class taught by Verena Van Fleet, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Chiropractic at Northwestern Health Sciences University. MORE ...

Building Renovations Continue to Make Progress
Major building renovations in conjunction with construction on Northwestern’s building addition are picking up speed. MORE ...

Northwestern Graduate Working at World Health Organization
Molly Meri Robinson, DC, is a pioneer at the World Health Organization (WHO). MORE ...

More Than 400 Attend Great River Symposium at Northwestern Health Sciences University
More than 400 acupuncturists and students attended the Minnesota College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MCAOM) Eighth Annual Great River Symposium March 28-30. MORE ...

More than 700 participate in Spring Egg Festival and Hunt at Northwestern Health Sciences University
A snowstorm didn’t stop more than 700 people from attending the Spring Egg Festival and Hunt on March 22 at Northwestern Health Sciences University. MORE ...

Northwestern Health Sciences University Honors Student Leaders; Gives Student of the Year and Teacher of the Year Awards
Northwestern Health Sciences University honored its student leaders and outstanding teachers during the Student Leadership Awards Banquet on March 20. Students were recognized for their participation in clubs and organizations and their leadership roles with the University’s Student Senate. MORE ...

Northwestern Health Sciences University’s Scholarship Application Process Moving Online to Accommodate Scholarship Growth
In the past five years, the number of scholarships at Northwestern Health Sciences University has grown from 12 to 36. Because of a wide array of choices Northwestern students now have in terms of available scholarships, the University has placed information and applications regarding most of the scholarships online, making it easier for students to access them. MORE ...

Northwestern Health Sciences University Professor Speaks About the Benefits of Acupuncture
Northwestern Health Sciences University is a rich source of natural health care knowledge, as many people – from many places - are discovering. Recently, Northwestern professor Wei Liu, LAc, TCMD, spoke about acupuncture at a symposium in San Diego as was a guest on a cable television segment on Channel 6 in Minneapolis. Liu teaches at the Minnesota College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. MORE ...

Chinese New Year Offers Culture and Charm at Northwestern Health Sciences University
About 250 people attended Chinese New Year at Northwestern Health Sciences University despite a blast of icy weather that hit the Bloomington, Minn., area right as the celebration began on Feb. 9. MORE ...

Northwestern Health Sciences University Students Lobby for Equal Access Acupuncture Amendment at State Capitol
More than 60 students, faculty and staff from the Minnesota College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MCAOM) at Northwestern Health Sciences University lobbied for equal access at the state capitol in St. Paul on March 4. The event was jointly organized with the Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (AAOM). MORE ...

Northwestern Health Sciences University Students and Faculty Lobby for Change at State Capitol
About 200 students from Northwestern Health Sciences University lobbied on Feb. 21 at the state capitol in St. Paul for chiropractic health care issues. They joined Northwestern faculty members and chiropractors from the area. MORE ...

Northwestern Health Sciences University Hosts 20th BLIK Carnival
About 700 people attended a free carnival at Northwestern Health Sciences University on Feb. 23. The event was part of the annual Bloomington Loves Its Kids celebration held every February. This was the 20th year the University hosted the carnival. MORE ...

Capital Campaign Progressing Well at Northwestern Health Sciences University
Northwestern Health Sciences University has raised almost $4 million of its $8 million Capital Campaign cash goal, according to Brady Forseth, BA, director of development for Northwestern. MORE ...

Northwestern Makes a Splash at CASE Conference
The Natural News Service, Northwestern Health Sciences University’s award winning public information program, was featured at the CASE V Regional Conference in Chicago, Ill., in mid-December.
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Northwestern Graduates 22 Students from the School of Massage Therapy
Northwestern Health Sciences University’s School of Massage Therapy graduated 22 students with a massage therapy certificate in mid-December.
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Northwestern Graduates 18 Students from the Minnesota College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
Eighteen students graduated from the Minnesota College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MCAOM) in commencement ceremonies in mid-December. MCAOM, a college of Northwestern Health Sciences University, presented three students with master’s degrees in acupuncture and 15 students with master’s degrees in Oriental medicine.
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Northwestern Graduates 94 New Doctors of Chiropractic
Northwestern Health Sciences University’s College of Chiropractic awarded 94 students with doctor of chiropractic degrees in mid-November. Nearly 1,000 family members and friends attended the graduation ceremony.
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Northwestern Students Volunteer at Pillsbury House Harvest Fest
Students from Northwestern Health Sciences University volunteered at the Pillsbury House during its annual Harvest Fest dinner in November, providing free services such as blood sugar screenings, blood pressure screenings and massage therapy to community members.
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Reception Kicks Off Re-accreditation Process at Northwestern
Northwestern kicked off its self-study process for re-accreditation with a reception in early November. According to Mark Zeigler, DC, president of Northwestern, the process will enable the University to be fully prepared when the review for re-accreditation takes place.
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New Student Mentoring Program Open House a Success
Northwestern Health Sciences University kicked off a new student mentoring program, Students and Their Alumni Mentors Program (STAMP), at an open house in early November.
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Record Number of Attendees Honor Dr. Joseph Sweere at ‘Stars Among Us’ Gala
Northwestern Health Sciences University honored Joseph Sweere, DC, DABCO, DACBOH, FICC, a professor in the College of Chiropractic at Northwestern, at its fifth annual ‘Stars Among Us’ gala on Nov. 3. This gala took place at the Landmark Center in St. Paul, Minn.
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Another SPOOKtacular Halloween Party at Northwestern
Northwestern Health Sciences University welcomed nearly 1,000 community members for a Halloween party on Oct. 31. The event was open to preschoolers through fourth-graders who were accompanied by adult guardians.
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Northwestern Dedicates Peace Pole on Oct. 30
More than 30 people chanted “let peace prevail on earth” in response to each reading for the dedication of a peace pole on the campus of Northwestern Health Sciences University on Oct. 30.”
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Record Number of University Students, Staff and Faculty Helped ‘Make A Difference’
A record number of students, staff and faculty of Northwestern Health Sciences University raked the yards of 14 senior citizens in Bloomington on Oct. 27.
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Brand New Name, Brand New Neon Sign
The Northwestern Health Sciences University cafeteria has a new name and a new look. The cafeteria, recently named Monte’s Grill, recently received a brand new neon sign outside the west doors, and a painted sign inside on the north wall. The name is honoring Northwestern’s longtime supporter, Monte Greenawalt, DC.
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Benefit Dinner a HUGE Success for Family of Patrick Holmes
A “Thanks for the Ride” benefit dinner held Oct. 4 for the family of Patrick Holmes, BS, a Northwestern Health Sciences University employee who was lost in the collapse of the I-35W Bridge, exceeded expectations and was met with an outpouring of generosity
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Northwestern Health Sciences University Capital Campaign Web Site is Up and Running!
The capital campaign Web site for Northwestern Health Sciences University is now available for the public to view at http://www.nwhealth.edu/capitalcampaign/, and has many useful features for those interested in learning more about the campaign, “Imagine Our Future.”
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Northwestern Health Sciences University Reaches Record Enrollment Numbers
Five different enrollment records were recorded this fall at Northwestern Health Sciences University, according to Ruth Ann Marks, chief records officer and registrar.
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A FRESH LOOK: New Addition and Building Renovations are on Track
Construction crews have been busy during the last several months on the campus of Northwestern Health Sciences University. Extensive renovations have been completed on the cafeteria and foyer and construction is progressing rapidly on a new 48,000-square-foot addition, the Wolfe-Harris Center for Excellence.
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Discover How to Cure Your Ills Naturally at Upcoming Seminar!
Come learn all about naturopathic medicine on Oct. 18, 2007 when Northwestern Health Sciences University hosts the next installment of its Wellness Wave Series: What is Naturopathic Medicine?
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Northwestern’s Vice President of Administrative Services Honored as a “Rotarian Who Shares”
Jim McDonald, Northwestern’s Vice President of Administrative Services and a 30-year employee of the University, was recently honored as the “Rotarian Who Shares” for his endless generosity.
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University’s Community Relations Coordinator Honored as One of the Twins Cities’ Top Leaders
Leadership Twin Cities is a nine-month program for a select few leaders. Nicky Simon, Community Relations Coordinator at Northwestern Health Sciences University, was recently chosen to be a part of the program.
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Come “Catch the Wellness Wave” on Sept. 29
Listen to informative speakers, take part in a variety of health screenings, and check out an array of interactive health-related classes at the third annual Wellness Wave Symposium on the campus of Northwestern Health Sciences University.
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Your Clothing Could Be Hurting You!
Did you know that today’s fashion could turn out to be tomorrow’s pain? You can learn all about it on Sept. 18 when Northwestern Health Sciences University hosts the next installment of its Wellness Wave Series.
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The Sun Was Shining At the Annual Washburn Family Picnic
Thanks to Northwestern Health Sciences University, the annual picnic at Washburn Elementary was once again quite a success.
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Northwestern’s ‘Save Our Schools’ Campaign Collects Nearly 300 Supplies for Washburn Elementary School
Northwestern Health Sciences University’s annual Save Our Schools campaign collected nearly 300 school supplies for students at Washburn Elementary School in Bloomington, Minn., including 40 glue sticks, 60 notebooks, 33 boxes of crayons, and 38 folders. In addition, the University raised more than $70 for the school.
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Northwestern’s President’s Invitational Golf Tournament Slated for July 30
Northwestern Health Sciences University’s fifth annual President’s Invitational Golf Tournament is scheduled for July 30, at the famed Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska, Minn.
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Northwestern to Offer Continuing Education Classes for Massage Therapists
The Office of Continuing Education and the School of Massage Therapy are developing continuing education seminars for massage therapy graduates.
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