Welcome Week
Welcome Week 2025 – Your Journey Begins!
Dear New WesternU Student,
Congratulations once again on your acceptance to Western University of Health Sciences! We are excited to officially welcome you to our community of scholars, future healthcare leaders, and compassionate professionals. As you take your first steps into graduate school, know that we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Save the Dates: Welcome Week 2025 (New Student Orientation)
Welcome Week is your launchpad into life at WesternU — an engaging and essential introduction to your program, your peers, and your new academic home. All activities are designed to help you feel prepared, connected, and confident as you begin your journey. Attendance is required unless otherwise noted. The exact start date varies by your program so check back to see when you need to be on campus.
Here are the dates to mark on your calendar:
- June 30-July 3, 2025 | College of Health Sciences–Northwest (WesternU-Oregon)
- July 28–July 31, 2025 | College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific–Northwest (WesternU-Oregon)
- August 4–8, 2025 | All students at WesternU in Pomona, California
Get Involved Early
Before orientation begins, we encourage you to explore the many opportunities available at WesternU. From student government and campus clubs to service projects and leadership roles, there are countless ways to engage with your community and enhance your graduate school experience from day one.
If you have any questions about Welcome Week or need additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact the Office of University Student Affairs.
Once again, welcome to WesternU! We look forward to helping you thrive as you embark on this exciting new chapter.
Tim Wood, DHSc, PA-C
Acting Vice President
University Student Affairs
Vice Provost of Faculty Affairs
Office of the Provost
Associate Professor
Department of Physician Assistant Education
California
studentaffairs@westernu.edu
(909) 469-5340
Oregon
studentaffairsor@westernu.edu
(541) 259-0200
When does my welcome week start?
Pomona, California
DO – Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Your Welcome Week is Monday, August 4 – Friday, August 8, 2025.
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 4, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.
Your official welcome to WesternU! This required session is your chance to discover the wide range of services, resources, and opportunities available to you as a new student. It’s also a great way to meet fellow students from across campus and start building connections beyond your academic program. We can’t wait to help you kick off your journey at WesternU!
College White Coat Ceremony – Saturday, August 9, 2025
Your White Coat Ceremony is a milestone event that officially marks the beginning of your academic journey at WesternU. Attendance is required for all incoming students, as you will be formally welcomed by University and College leadership, faculty, and staff. This meaningful tradition celebrates your entry into the WesternU community and the professional path ahead. Additional details will be shared by your college—stay tuned!
10:00 a.m. | Ontario Convention Center 2000 E. Convention Center Way, Ontario, CA
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific Student Affairs: OSAPomona@westernu.edu
Lebanon, Oregon
DO – Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Your Welcome Week is Monday, July 28 – Friday, August 1, 2025
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 4, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.
Your official welcome to WesternU! This required session is your chance to discover the wide range of services, resources, and opportunities available to you as a new student. It’s also a great way to meet fellow students from across campus and start building connections beyond your academic program. We can’t wait to help you kick off your journey at WesternU!
College White Coat Ceremony – Friday, August 1, 2025
Your White Coat Ceremony is a milestone event that officially marks the beginning of your academic journey at WesternU. Attendance is required for all incoming students, as you will be formally welcomed by University and College leadership, faculty, and staff. This meaningful tradition celebrates your entry into the WesternU community and the professional path ahead. Additional details will be shared by your college—stay tuned!
10:00 a.m. | Lebanon First Assembly 726 W Oak St, Lebanon, OR 97355
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest Student Affairs: studentaffairsor@westernu.edu
Pomona, California
DPT – Doctor of Physical Therapy
Your Welcome Week is Monday, August 4 – Friday, August 8, 2025.
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
MSPA – Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies
Your Welcome Week is Monday, August 4 – Friday, August 8, 2025.
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
MSMS – Master of Science in Medical Sciences
Your Welcome Week is Monday, June 9 – Tuesday, June 10, 2025, and Monday, August 4 – Friday August 8, 2025
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 4, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.
Your official welcome to WesternU! This required session is your chance to discover the wide range of services, resources, and opportunities available to you as a new student. It’s also a great way to meet fellow students from across campus and start building connections beyond your academic program. We can’t wait to help you kick off your journey at WesternU!
College White Coat Ceremony – Friday, August 8, 2025
Your White Coat Ceremony is a milestone event that officially marks the beginning of your academic journey at WesternU. Attendance is required for all incoming students, as you will be formally welcomed by University and College leadership, faculty, and staff. This meaningful tradition celebrates your entry into the WesternU community and the professional path ahead. Additional details will be shared by your college—stay tuned!
Time TBA | Bonita Center for the Arts 822 W Covina Blvd, San Dimas, CA 91773
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Health Sciences Student Affairs: klopez@westernu.edu
Lebanon, Oregon
DPT – Doctor of Physical Therapy
Your Welcome Week is Monday, June 30 – Thursday, July 3, 2025
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 4, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.
Your official welcome to WesternU! This required session is your chance to discover the wide range of services, resources, and opportunities available to you as a new student. It’s also a great way to meet fellow students from across campus and start building connections beyond your academic program. We can’t wait to help you kick off your journey at WesternU!
College White Coat Ceremony – Friday, August 1, 2025
Your White Coat Ceremony is a milestone event that officially marks the beginning of your academic journey at WesternU. Attendance is required for all incoming students, as you will be formally welcomed by University and College leadership, faculty, and staff. This meaningful tradition celebrates your entry into the WesternU community and the professional path ahead. Additional details will be shared by your college—stay tuned!
1:00 p.m. | Lebanon First Assembly 726 W Oak St, Lebanon, OR 97355
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Health Sciences -Northwest Student Affairs: slieu@westernu.edu
PharmD – Doctor of Pharmacy
Your Welcome Week is Monday, August 4 – Thursday, August 7, 2025.
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 4, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.
Your official welcome to WesternU! This required session is your chance to discover the wide range of services, resources, and opportunities available to you as a new student. It’s also a great way to meet fellow students from across campus and start building connections beyond your academic program. We can’t wait to help you kick off your journey at WesternU!
College White Coat Ceremony – Saturday, August 9, 2025
Your White Coat Ceremony is a milestone event that officially marks the beginning of your academic journey at WesternU. Attendance is required for all incoming students, as you will be formally welcomed by University and College leadership, faculty, and staff. This meaningful tradition celebrates your entry into the WesternU community and the professional path ahead. Additional details will be shared by your college—stay tuned!
10:00 a.m. | Sheraton Fairplex – California Ballroom 601 W McKinley Ave., Pomona
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Pharmacy Student Affairs: miannuzzo@westernu.edu
Nursing – All Programs
Your Welcome Week is Wednesday, August 6 – Friday, August 8, 2025.
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 4, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.
Your official welcome to WesternU! This required session is your chance to discover the wide range of services, resources, and opportunities available to you as a new student. It’s also a great way to meet fellow students from across campus and start building connections beyond your academic program. We can’t wait to help you kick off your journey at WesternU! College of Graduate Nursing students have the option of attending University Orientation live (or on zoom) or watch the recording as soon as it’s made available.
College White Coat Ceremony – Saturday, August 9, 2025
Your White Coat Ceremony is a milestone event that officially marks the beginning of your academic journey into Nursing. Attendance is required for all incoming MSNE students, as you will be formally welcomed by University and College leadership, faculty, and staff. This meaningful tradition celebrates your entry into the WesternU community and the professional path ahead. Additional details will be shared by your college—stay tuned!
10:00 a.m. | Double Tree by Hilton Ontario Airport 222 N Vineyard Ave. Ontario, CA 91764
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Graduate Nursing Student Affairs: mmckay@westernu.edu
DVM – Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Your Welcome Week is Monday, August 4 – Friday, August 8, 2025.
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 4, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.
Your official welcome to WesternU! This required session is your chance to discover the wide range of services, resources, and opportunities available to you as a new student. It’s also a great way to meet fellow students from across campus and start building connections beyond your academic program. We can’t wait to help you kick off your journey at WesternU!
College White Coat Ceremony – Saturday, August 9, 2025
Your White Coat Ceremony is a milestone event that officially marks the beginning of your academic journey at WesternU. Attendance is required for all incoming students, as you will be formally welcomed by University and College leadership, faculty, and staff. This meaningful tradition celebrates your entry into the WesternU community and the professional path ahead. Additional details will be shared by your college—stay tuned!
Time TBA | Location TBA
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Veterinary Medicine Student Affairs: CVMStudentAffairs@westernu.edu
DMD – Doctor of Dental Medicine
Your Welcome Week is Monday, August 4 – Friday, August 8, 2025.
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 4, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.
Your official welcome to WesternU! This required session is your chance to discover the wide range of services, resources, and opportunities available to you as a new student. It’s also a great way to meet fellow students from across campus and start building connections beyond your academic program. We can’t wait to help you kick off your journey at WesternU!
College White Coat Ceremony – Friday, August 8, 2025
Your White Coat Ceremony is a milestone event that officially marks the beginning of your academic journey at WesternU. Attendance is required for all incoming students, as you will be formally welcomed by University and College leadership, faculty, and staff. This meaningful tradition celebrates your entry into the WesternU community and the professional path ahead. Additional details will be shared by your college—stay tuned!
10:00 a.m. | Location TBA
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Dental Medicine Student Affairs: srowan@westernu.edu and halbertson@westernu.edu
OD – Doctor of Optometry
Your Welcome Week is Monday, August 4 – Friday, August 8, 2025.
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 4, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.
Your official welcome to WesternU! This required session is your chance to discover the wide range of services, resources, and opportunities available to you as a new student. It’s also a great way to meet fellow students from across campus and start building connections beyond your academic program. We can’t wait to help you kick off your journey at WesternU!
College White Coat Ceremony – Saturday, August 9, 2025
Your White Coat Ceremony is a milestone event that officially marks the beginning of your academic journey at WesternU. Attendance is required for all incoming students, as you will be formally welcomed by University and College leadership, faculty, and staff. This meaningful tradition celebrates your entry into the WesternU community and the professional path ahead. Additional details will be shared by your college—stay tuned!
Time TBA | Location TBA
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Optometry Student Affairs: Andrea Quezada quezadaa@westernu.edu
DPM – Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
Your Welcome Week is Monday, August 4 – Friday, August 8, 2025.
Your college will provide you with a more detailed schedule closer to Welcome Week.
University Orientation – Monday, August 4, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.
Your official welcome to WesternU! This required session is your chance to discover the wide range of services, resources, and opportunities available to you as a new student. It’s also a great way to meet fellow students from across campus and start building connections beyond your academic program. We can’t wait to help you kick off your journey at WesternU!
College White Coat Ceremony – Friday, August 8, 2025
Your White Coat Ceremony is a milestone event that officially marks the beginning of your academic journey at WesternU. Attendance is required for all incoming students, as you will be formally welcomed by University and College leadership, faculty, and staff. This meaningful tradition celebrates your entry into the WesternU community and the professional path ahead. Additional details will be shared by your college—stay tuned!
10:00 a.m. | DoubleTree by Hilton 3101 W Temple Ave, Pomona, CA 91768
Contact University Student Affairs: studentaffairs@westernu.edu
Contact College of Podiatric Medicine Student Affairs: cpmstudentaffairs@westernu.edu