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Today marks the first day in the history of PNWU without Dr. Robert Sutton. . . We recently hosted Dr. Sutton's retirement party, which succeeded in essentially bringing together the living history of our university, as PNWU community members — both past and present — celebrated his 12 years of unparalleled service to PNWU, and honored his lifetime commitment to the health and well-being of rural communities throughout the Pacific Northwest. . Based solely on the representative turnout at the celebration -- which included current and emeritus trustees, current and former employees, as well as Washington State Governor Jay Inslee, who took time to telephone into the event to offer his congratulations -- the impact that Dr. Sutton has had on the people he has touched while at PNWU is unmistakable, remarkable and truly inspiring. . Complementing the celebration, Dr. Sutton's ongoing dedication to health was commemorated with a stone on the "Sutton Trail," honoring his commitment to making every step count. The stone is located to the west of Project Next. . "Dr. Sutton’s footprint is woven into so many areas of PNWU," explained Vikki Gore, PNWU Executive Assistant to the President and the Board. "He is the essence of modeling the culture and making sure each step he has taken for PNWU has been purposeful and impactful. In the same way, Dr. Sutton has been an avid Fitbit owner, challenging many of the staff to keep up with his pace of over 15,-18,000 steps a day. When considering the perfect way to remember Dr. Sutton on campus, it only seemed fitting that we erect the rock at the start of the PNWU walking trail in his honor. The rock reads, 'Make every step count,' and Dr. Sutton certainly has lived this."
Farewell, “Hitman.” On Wednesday, June 19, PNWU hosted the going away part of longtime Director of Security -- and all-around beloved PNWU figure -- Ben Hittle, who will step away from his position at PNWU on June 30. The lively celebration featured a wide array of PNWU community members, who shared heartwarming -- and at times hilarious -- memories of "The Hitman." Fittingly, much like Ben himself, each cheerful anecdote seemed to put a smile on the face of everyone in attendance, connecting them back to the familial culture and community that Ben helped to create here at PNWU. Safety and security is about much more than crime prevention — it’s about feeling comfortable; feeling like part of a community; feeling like you belong. In his time at PNWU, Ben Hittle created an environment where people could smile, laugh, and focus on their work, assured that there was always a kind-hearted "sheepdog" looking out for them. #PNWU #thisisyakima #medschool
Five years ago, a single phone call changed PNWU medical student Christopher Walker’s life forever: he was going to be a dad. - As he prepares to enter into his second year of osteopathic training, Walker — now a proud father of two — reflects on the moments that surrounded that momentous call, and offers insight into the challenges and rewards of life as a father in medical school. (Link in bio) - #fatherhood #medschool #PNWU #thisisyakima
Like many of her peers, PNWU student Kat Lundeberg suffered from imposter syndrome during her first year of medical school. Unlike many of her peers, however, she had plenty of past experience as an “imposter” to provide perspective to her struggles. - As she prepares for year two of her osteopathic medical school journey, Lundeberg describes the challenges of being an HPSP student, offering rare insight into a path that few have ever traveled. (Link in bio) - #medschool #airforce #military #militarymedicine #PNWU
Encouraging Conversation, Elevating Care: Inside PNWU’s LGBTQ Alliance for Health (Link in bio) - “We’re going to see these patients — whether or not we agree with what some people refer to as their ‘lifestyle choices’ — and we need to know how to treat them," explained PNWU's LGBTQ Alliance for Health President Jennifer Bryan. "There’s power in asking the right questions.” - Read (and hear) the story of the PNWU club dedicated to identifying and providing education about the acute and long term factors that contribute to LGBTQ health. - #pride #pnwu #thisisyakima #medschool #pridemonth #lgbtq #pridemonth
Farewell, Dr. Isaacs! - Clad in what could best be described as an immaculate, Air Force-blue suit, Dr. Brandon Isaacs seemed to — at least momentarily — stare intently and directly into the eyes of each and every one of the colleagues who had assembled around him for his farewell celebration. - - A few feet away, a cake adorned with the red-frosted-words “Best Wishes, Dr. Isaacs” served as a commemorative offering to the man who’s remaining time as Pacific Northwest University’s Associate Dean of Postdoctoral Education wasn’t much longer than the shelf life of the cake itself. (Link in bio) - - #PNWU #medschool #ruralmedicine #PNW #yakima #osteopathy #military #airforce #pilotsofinstagram