ATSU-KCOM students once again are benefiting from the generosity of the Jason Madachy Foundation. Seven members of the Class of 2015 were selected to receive uniquely engraved stethoscopes provided by the organization. In 2009, the foundation donated approximately $24,000 for the purchase of similar stethoscopes for incoming first-year students. The Jason Madachy Foundation was established in […]
As part of the ATSU Still Scholars program, students from Greenville College in Greenville, Ill., recently visited the Missouri campus Sept. 15-16. The Still Scholars Early Acceptance program provides admission opportunities to outstanding students who aspire to become osteopathic physicians at ATSU’s Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. The Early Acceptance program rewards highly capable students who […]
[cincopa AEFAvvqh3taX] More than a hundred athletes attended the 27th Annual NEMO Triathlon on September 11 at Thousand Hills State Park in Kirksville, Mo. The triathlon consisted of a .75 mile swim, 18-mile bike ride, and 5-mile run. Tony Wang, from Kirksville, Mo., was the fastest overall male, completing the race with a time of […]
[cincopa AsJAMta909FL] On Sept. 13, 32 third-year residential occupational therapy (OT) students attended a pinning and awards luncheon. The students spent the morning presenting group research projects and ended the day with an award and pinning ceremony. The ceremony recognizes the achievements of the residential students and acknowledges their transition from the didactic portion of […]
[cincopa AYIAevKVoVFE] ATSU students, faculty, and staff on both campuses took time this week to remember September 11, 2001. The Arizona campus created signage, a wreath, and a banner to commemorate the 10th anniversary. Individuals on campus were able to sign the banner, which will be displayed in the main academic building. A ceremony was […]
Rocky Vista University has announced the appointment of Bruce Dubin, D.O., J.D., as its acting president. Dr. Dubin is a 1971 ATSU-KCOM graduate and previously served as dean and chief academic officer at Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
On July 15, the American Osteopathic Association honored KCOM President Emeritus Fred C. Tinning, Ph.D., for his contributions to the osteopathic medical profession with its Great Pioneer Award. Great Pioneers are chosen based on the following criteria: Must be living D.O.s or non-D.O.s who are able to share a historical perspective of the profession and […]
Students from all of ATSU’s schools and programs enjoyed the annual Get Involved Day held on its Mesa, Ariz., campus on Sept. 7. Multiple organizations and representatives from local businesses were available from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. to answer questions and hand out information to the students. The event allowed students to sign up for various […]
[cincopa AUIAfvKjURYn] The Mother’s Nursing Suite, located in the heart of ATSU’s Missouri campus, is designed for students, employees, alumni, and their spouses/partners. It provides a private (access code required), comfortable, and convenient space with appropriate amenities for nursing mothers. Amenities include private nursing areas, a refrigerator, and a limited number of lockers. The suite is sponsored and administered […]
[cincopa A4JApsqjUxYi] The ATSU-KCOM Area Health Education Center (AHEC) in Kirksville hosted its first statewide student recruitment event, held August 2-3, and plans to host the event annually. The two-day event, a collaboration between ATSU and Truman State University, involved faculty and students from multiple health professions. The event began with an interdisciplinary panel of […]