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Using positive and applied sport psychology, our sport and performance psychology programs train students in motivation, performance enhancement, and the ability to maximize human potential. Learn more about our programs here:

UWS Sport and Performance Psychology Program Using positive and applied sport psychology, the University of Western States sport and performance psychology programs train students in motivation, perform...

Listen as alumna Paige Harris, M.S., joins health coach Jenn Trepeck to discuss habits to develop a healthier relationship with food. https://ow.ly/vcqJ50Sz7NA

Student clubs and organizations are a great way to get to know your classmates, get involved on campus, and above all, have fun! Learn more about existing clubs and organizations and how to start one on campus:

Get Involved - University of Western States Student clubs are a great way to get to know your classmates, get involved on campus and above all else, have fun! If you are interested in joining any of the...

Explore at-home workout tips and tricks here:

At-Home Workout Motivation Tips and Tricks - University of Western States With many public gyms still closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, working out at home requires some extra motivation and creativity

Watch this webinar that walks you through our master of science in sports medicine program and its two distinct concentrations.

Sports Medicine Master's Program Webinar - November 2023 Are you interested in higher education in sports medicine? This webinar walks you through the Master of Science in Sports Medicine program at University of W...

Wishing the UWS community and our nation a happy Fourth of July!

Thank you to everyone who came out and supported SABCA for their first event of the year! It was amazing to see everyone having a good time, eating good food, and making memories.

Read as professor Michelle J. Rose, Ph.D., shares signs and symptoms of high-functioning anxiety in this article.

What Is High-Functioning Anxiety? Mental Health Experts Explain How to Recognize the Signs Overthinking about overthinking? Read on.

We were proud to sponsor and have 10 students participate in the GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge! The event included a 5K Fun Run and benefited GiGi’s Playhouse, a nonprofit organization dedicated to “reshaping perceptions around Down syndrome and promoting universal acceptance.”

Last week, we proudly participated in the 8 Seconds Rodeo, marking our second year of providing chiropractic and sports medicine care to athletes at the event. This family-friendly celebration showcased a thrilling combination of rodeo performances, community spirit, and American culture and history that we were glad to be apart of!

Congratulations to the class of 2024! From countless hours of dedication, perseverance, and hard work, you have emerged ready to make your mark on the world. Your future is bright, and we can't wait to see the amazing things you will accomplish!

Take a 15-minute tour of our doctor of clinical nutrition program to learn more about degree options, career pathways, admission requirements, and the UWS application process:

UWS Doctor of Clinical Nutrition: A 15-Minute Webinar about the Program The 15-Minute Webinar about the Doctor of Clinical Nutrition program at University of Western States discusses degree options, career pathways, admission req...

We're proud to serve as the host venue for this year's American Black Chiropractic Association national convention and to provide a conducive space for meaningful connections, insightful discussions, and collaborative learning! Learn more about the ABCA here: https://ow.ly/Ghko50SpBkK

Megan Barnett, M.S., and Ashley Koch, M.S., codeveloped the BioLounge Clinical Learning programs to offer mastered and soon to be mastered level nutritionists a path to earn their CNS hours, build community, and gain experience in a thriving functional medicine practice. Learn more about BioLounge in this presentation on how to fully engage clients in an initial appointment here:

BioLounge Webinar - How to Fully Engage in the Initial Appointment Lunch and Learn Speaker Series–BioLounge presents How to Fully Engage in the Initial Appointment brought to you by the UWS Office of Alumni RelationsMegan Ba...

Join us as we celebrate graduates of the class of 2024:

The University of Western States: Celebrating The Class 0f 2024 The University of Western States celebrates graduates of the class of 2024 at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, Oregon. The ceremony begins at 11 a.m...

Listen as clinical mental health counseling program director Michelle J. Rose, Ph.D., discusses the clinician calling:

Clinician Calling: UWS Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program The mission of the clinical mental health counseling (CMHC) program at University of Western States is to educate and prepare the next generation of professi...

Today we celebrate , commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. Let it be a reminder to us all to be champions for equity and justice in our world.

As we prepare for this year's ceremony, relive last year's commencement celebration that brought together family, friends, and faculty:

University of Western States 217th Commencement Ceremony

Alumnus Jordan Duncan, DC, offers insights into treating a sprained ankle and how navigating the recovery demands vigilance and patience. Read the full article below to learn more about how to create a thorough recovery plan!

What a recovering ankle sprain should look like Here's what to look for in inflammatory, repair and remodeling stages.

This we're flashing back to our participation in Portland's first-ever rodeo event last year. Discover more about how our sports medicine program students and faculty provided care for more than 20 athletes here:

UWS provides sports medicine treatment at Portland’s first-ever Juneteenth Rodeo - University of Western States On June 17, students and faculty from the University of Western States (UWS) sports medicine program had the opportunity to provide treatments for rodeo athletes in town for the 8 Seconds...

Recently, members of the Q***r and Allies (QnA) Club hosted a celebration for our campus. The event included a presentation about the importance of being an ally for physicians to best support future patients, and the club gave away doughnuts, stickers, pamphlets, and pins and sold custom T-shirts.

The adjusting club at UWS held a junction day where students were able to stop by for cervicothoracic (CT) junction and the thoracolumbar (TL) junction adjustments.

For questions about becoming a student, specific programs, financial aid, and more visit this page: https://ow.ly/Yi2t50SeRrJ

We’re proud to offer transfer students support every step of the way as their educational experience unfolds. Learn more about admissions requirements and the process here:

Graduate Transfer Student Admissions and Application - UWS UWS gives full consideration to all applicants for admission desiring to transfer from other chiropractic or health-profession related programs. Learn more!

We're proud to celebrate today! Enjoy a collection of photos featuring faculty, students, family, and friends who make up our learning community.

It was a joy for us to see faculty Jesse Shaw, DO, who caught up with his UWS family during a recent visit! Lucky for us, Dr. Shaw's role as chief medical officer/team physician of the Oregon Blackbears—the state's Arena Football League team—keeps him closely connected to our community!

We're excited to share that the new Associated Student Body (ASB) officers have been elected and will begin serving in summer term 2024! Congratulations to all new members—we're excited to see the work you will do!

Read as alumnus Jordan Duncan, DC, sheds light on how being intentional about our breath can transform both our physical and mental well-being.

How being purposeful about your breathing can affect physical and mental health An easy to repeat breathing exercise can improve health, manage stress and help you sleep.

Learn more about our sports medicine program, which was designed for health care providers seeking specialization and a path to enhance their skills and knowledge to better serve athletes and active populations. https://ow.ly/pTRX50S4oUt

Watch and learn how to become a University of Western States Standardized Patient:

Become a University of Western States Standardized Patient Become a University of Western States Standardized Patient. Visit uws.edu/employment for current openings.