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DMU’s Weekly Events

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Update to Brand Guidelines for Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences

As part of our ongoing efforts to maintain consistency and clarity in all communications from the university, we have refined our approach to referencing the institution and its colleges. This information is included in our brand book, which we encourage you to bookmark and refer to often.


 

Facilities Management Quarterly Update: April 2024

​View Pulse announcement for a full listing of facilities and security updates.


 

Annual Staff Performance Appraisal Launch

Annual staff performance appraisals were launched on Monday, April 1. For this appraisal cycle, we will continue to use Dayforce.


 

From Inspiration to Implementation: Constructing Interprofessional Education Activities

The CEE Academic Support team invites all faculty and staff to attend the faculty development session taking place April 23.


 

DMU Students: Apply to Be a Resident Assistant

​This summer, we’re hosting 10 awesome undergraduate pre-med students from across the country for our DMU Summer Health P.A.S.S. program on our new campus from June 8-28! We’re on the lookout for a DMU student interested in being a residential advisor for the program.


 

[ITS Information] Classroom Technology Update

​Happy April! The Classroom Technology Team continues to closely monitor our AV systems and track issues to improve reliability. Please continue to utilize the Solutions Hub to report any issues or make suggestions for improvement!


 

Understanding Mental Health Through Every Age — Webinar May 8

​Mental well-being is a lifelong journey, with unique challenges and needs at every age. Join us for a panel of three EAP professionals on May 8.


 

D.P.H. Faculty Candidate Presentation: Landrus Burress, Dr.P.H., M.P.H., M.S.

Landrus Buress, Dr.P.H., M.P.H., M.S., will be on campus Friday, April 12 to interview for the Department of Public Health faculty position.

NEWS

A New Tickborne Syndrome is on the Rise: What Can You Do to Protect Yourself?

Tick season is upon us, and there is a new tickborne disease you might want to be aware of for your next outdoor adventure. Erin Schultz, M.S.P.A.S.’24, offers information and tips to avoid bites based on her student research.

DMU Students Receive Polk County Medical Society Awards

Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences students Mikayla Brockmeyer, D.O.’24, M.S.B.S.’19, Kevin Morales, D.O.’25, and Chloe Van Vliet, D.P.M.’26, recently received scholarship awards from the Polk County Medical Society. #DMUPROUD

O.T.D. Students Inspired To Offer Holistic, Patient-Driven Care

“I didn’t know what occupational therapy was, but in the first 15 minutes, I fell in love with it. In occupational therapy, we help patients return to or engage in what they really want to do. The patient is the facilitator, and the therapist guides them in steps that enable them to do what’s fulfilling and meaningful.”


Hear from the first students in DMU’s Doctor of Occupational Therapy program. #OTMonth

D.P.T. Students Working Together During Leadership Principles Lab