Health Professions Workshop Series

Opportunities for Health Students

Winter quarter provides various opportunities to engage with Health Professions Advising and learn about professional programs, application processes, and even get some hands-on experience learning suture skills!

Below are some upcoming events to put on your calendar.

Upcoming Workshops

Application Workshop with Western University of Health Sciences' College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific Northwest

  • Date: April 16, 2026
  • Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
  • Location: Old Main 235
  • Details: Western University of Health Sciences in Oregon is coming to visit WWU and speak about College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest (COMP-NW) and other programs they offer including: Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Doctor of Optometry (OD), Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), and Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT). Come join us for a robust conversation to learn about what they look for in applicants, the application process, and get answers to any questions you may have. The information from this workshop can be applied more broadly to any professional school application. Feel free to come and go as your schedule allows. No registration required.

University of Washington School of Medicine Office of Admission Visit

  • Date: April 23, 2026
  • Time: 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
  • Location: Biology Building 415
  • Details: Sarah Hafner from the Office of Admissions at the University of Washington School of Medicine is providing an application workshop for WWU students interested in medical school. Attendees will walk away from this session with an understanding of the application process, what UW SOM looks for in their applicants, and answers to any questions you have. Come join us as your schedule allows. No registration required.

Suture Clinic is Back!

  • Date: May 19, 2026
  • Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
  • Location: Interdisciplinary Science Building 310
  • Details: Join us for a workshop on basic suturing techniques and test your skills with medical recruiters from the U.S. Army Seattle. There will also be a short presentation on the HPSP (Health Professions Scholarship Program) for students pursuing medical, dental, or other health degrees. Registration is required for this event and spots will fill fast. Register for the suture clinic

Pop-Up Advising

Pop-up Health Professions Advising events are happening across campus. Check out our Pop-Up Advising webpage for details and additional opportunities.

Upcoming Pop-up advising events for health profession advising
DateTimeLocation
April 30, 202611:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Biology Building 317
May 5, 20262:00 to 4:00 p.m.Virtual
Health professions virtual drop-in advising
May 11, 202612:00 to 2:00 p.m.Virtual
Health professions virtual drop-in advising