DMU students, faculty and staff took part in the University’s annual celebration of Diwali on November 21. More than 360 people were treated to authentic Indian cuisine, music and dance. First-, second- and third-year students donned traditional Indian garb and worked the […]
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In case you were wondering, it is possible to be married and in school, but also possible to get married while in school! So how do you manage the married life and medical school? Some of the best advice I
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Take a walk around DMU and you’ll find students studying every step of the way. There is an abundance of study space around campus. Here are some of the best spots to get away and cram for your next exam.
Study secrets: Places to study on campus Read More
It isn’t every day that DMU students get to dunk their deans. Maybe that’s why they lined up for the opportunity on Aug. 18 during DMU Palooza, a back-to-school meet-and-greet for all students, their significant others and children. Sponsored by the student life
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The American Osteopathic Association (AOA) and American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF) will applaud two members of the College of Osteopathic Medicine Class of 2015 among award recipients at the organizations’ honors event on Oct. 24. Katie Eggerman, D.O.’15, M.P.H., will receive
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The “50 and Better” Senior Health Fair transforms the DMU Student Education Center from study space to a one-stop-shop open to anyone interested in information and resources for staying healthy later in life. The 2014 Senior Health Fair boasted a record number of booths, and
Senior Health Fair puts a social spin on screenings Read More
At the White Coat Ceremony every August, students in DMU’s clinical programs don this symbol of professional excellence as hundreds of family members, friends and DMU community members watch with pride and expectation. Donors play a big role, too, by
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Mindi Feilmeier, assistant professor in DMU’s College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery (CPMS), was elected chair of the Iowa Podiatric Licensure Board at its July 11 meeting. The board evaluates the qualifications of applicants for licensure; grants licenses to those
Mindi Feilmeier, D.P.M.’05, FACFAS Read More
I’m Andrew, a second year DO student at DMU. I’m on the HPSP scholarship and will be a Navy doctor when I graduate. I grew up in Taiwan but went to San Diego for college. Now I’m here in Des
What’s it like to…be a California transplant? Read More
The transition to medical school is tough. An overwhelming amount of new, complex information is coming at you every day and you quickly realize you’re not in undergrad anymore. You’re studying non-stop, just trying to make it through the next exam. Before
10 things I wish I knew Read More
