What social connections mean about the way we teach our students The Internet and mobile connectivity have increased the number of tools to communicate and build social connections. From the 1981 AT&T slogan “Reach out and touch someone” to Twitter’s […]
Does technology connect or isolate us? Read More
Des Moines University’s Kendall Reed Rare Book Room recently acquired a rare, first English edition copy of The Workes of That Famous Chirurgion Ambrose Parey [sic], printed in 1634. French surgeon Ambroise Paré (1510-1590) made innumerable contributions to the field
A 376-Year-Old WORK of WISDOM Read More
For his effectiveness, leadership and “loyal devotion to duty,” Michael was awarded the Bronze Star Medal last year.
A Bronze Star for a brave heart Read More
Charlie Wittmack, a Des Moines attorney, embarked on this epic journey July 1 when he jumped into the River Thames to swim to the North Sea and across the English Channel. He’ll follow that with a 9,000-mile bike ride across mountains and deserts in Europe, Asia and Nepal. Next he’ll hop off the bike to run a 950-mile trail from sea level at the Bay of Bengal through the Himalayas to the summit of Mount Everest.
Taking a triathlon to a global level, literally Read More
Marvel at a metropolitan makeover: Des Moines is truly cool now. Even the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and a bunch of other smart people say so.
Des Moines’ Urban Renaissance Read More
Des Moines University’s 110th commencement was a mixture of joy, excitement and sadness over the loss of a DMU friend.
A day to remember: graduation 2010 Read More
You might say R. Tim Yoho, D.P.M., FACFAS, dean of the College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, is looking for his replacement. Long-term, that is.
Grooming the next generation Read More
For these and other worthy acts, Ray will be honored at DMU’s Glanton Scholarship Dinner Oct. 14 at the Meadows at Prairie Meadows, Altoona, IA.
Glanton Dinner to honor former Gov. Robert Ray Read More
Alum Boyd Buser earns the 2010 Andrew Taylor Still Medallion of Honor, the highest award conferred by the American Academy of Osteopathy (AAO).
Osteopathic champion earns top AAO honor Read More
Joseph “Papa Joe” McNerney, D.O.’37, was a pioneer in internal medicine and a practitioner, lecturer and teacher for more than 50 years. His deep commitment to patient care, osteopathic medicine and medical education inspired and enhanced decades’ worth of students, interns, residents and fellow physicians.
New award honors “Papa Joe” McNerney, excellence in internal medicine Read More