Becky Lade, PHR, began her tenure at DMU in 1986 on the third floor of the old St. Joseph’s Academy building that once stood on campus, near quarters that previously housed the former Catholic school’s nuns. There were bathtubs in […]
Lade made human resources “humane” Read More
While highly skilled health care providers, public health professionals and health system administrators have always been vital to the quality of life of patients and communities, the COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the need for these individuals to be able to
Enhance your skills and opportunities with graduate certificates Read More
To our Alumni and Friends, Des Moines University was recently made aware of a data security incident that may have involved information about our alumni and donors. We take the protection and proper use of your information very seriously. Please
Des Moines University Response to Blackbaud Data Breach Read More
Des Moines University prides itself on being a leader in community service and convening key stakeholders, coalitions and partners on policy issues to support the well-being of our community. That includes engaging students in volunteerism and recognizing their activities with
DMU honors students with the Student Service Award program Read More
When it comes to promoting the health and wellness of its employees, Des Moines University puts its money where its mouth is with its Wellness Pays program. Employees earn financial incentives by practicing and tracking their wellness activities, including exercise,
DMU’s wellness program shows why it’s platinum Read More
David Stark, M.A., FACHE, president and chief executive officer of UnityPoint Health – Des Moines, joined the DMU Board of Trustees this summer. Stark began working at UnityPoint Health – Des Moines in 1995. Since that time, he has held
Stark joins DMU Board; Feldman retires Read More
The sweet smell of hay wafted on the breeze and birdsong filled the air on a recent partly cloudy morning in West Des Moines. On an 88-acre site that was mostly spent cornfields, a pheasant was startled into flight by
Advancing a vision and moving a lot of dirt Read More
They’ve made the quality of life better for patients and citizens. They’re leaders in their organizations and in their professions. They’re also proud Des Moines University graduates who continue to serve their medical/health sciences alma mater. They are the 2020
DMU honors the 2020 Alumni of the Year Read More
Play safe in the sun by following these easy tips on staying hydrated. Why do our bodies need hydration? Why is drinking water good for our health? There are several reasons why it is important to drink water and stay
Tap the power of water: stay hydrated Read More
The study of the human body is essential in the study of medicine. On June 26, 2020, Des Moines University honored 59 individuals, 13 of them honored veterans, who generously donated their bodies to further medical education. In the past,
Body donors memorialized for generous gifts to Des Moines University Read More