On May 12, the third “Keeping Up with the Teachers” Teacher-Student Badminton Mixed Team Competition, sponsored by the school union and hosted by the Faculty and Staff Badminton Association, was successfully held at the Central District Comprehensive Gymnasium. A total of 316 teachers and students from 40 teams of 21 college-level trade unions signed up for the competition.
Yao Zilong, vice president of the Faculty and Staff Badminton Association, delivered the opening speech. He said that the teacher-student badminton mixed team competition not only enriched the cultural life of the campus, but also established a platform for teachers and students to communicate. He hoped that the “Advance with Teachers” brand would become better and better and truly become a showcase for the spirit of our school’s teachers and students. A window has become an important position to condense the spirit of HKUST and build a harmonious campus. He also wished all the athletes good results, style and friendship.
The schedule is compact, with 211 games played throughout the day. Entering the knockout stage, the teams are close in strength and the competition becomes fierce, which is a great test for the physical strength and perseverance of the participating teachers and students.
After a day of fierce competition, the School of Physics won the championship and won the “Keeping Up with Teachers” Cup, the School of Information Science and Technology won the runner-up, and the National Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory and the School of Management tied for third place. The School of Engineering Sciences, Hefei National Research Center for Microscale Physical Sciences, Basic Education Group, and Department of Life Sciences and Medicine tied for fifth place.
The “Keeping Up with the Teachers” Teacher-Student Badminton Mixed Team Competition has been held three times since 2021, with nearly a thousand people participating. The event not only demonstrated the spirit of hard work, enterprising, unity and cooperation of teachers and students in our school, but also built a good environment for teachers and students. A platform for mutual exchange and competition has played a positive role in promoting the construction of campus sports culture and improving the physical quality of teachers and students.
Peng Xinhua’s research group at the Key Laboratory of Microscopic Magnetic Resonance of the Chinese Academy of Sciences at the University of Science and Technology of China and Liu Renbao’s research group at the Chinese University of Hong Kong have made important progress in the high-precision measurement of timing correlations in open quantum many-body systems. Using quantum channels synthesized by controllable physical processes, they proposed a theoretical scheme for selectively measuring any type of timing correlations in open quantum many-body systems, and successfully detected fourth-order quantum timing correlations in nuclear spin systems for the first time. The relevant research results were published online on May 16, 2024 in the international academic journal Physical Review Letters under the title “Selective Detection of Dynamics-Complete Set of Correlations via Quantum Channels” [ Phys. Rev. Lett. 132 , 200802 (2024)].
The correlation between physical quantities is crucial for the understanding of many-body systems and for the development of quantum technologies. In order to comprehensively describe the dynamics of a physical system, all temporal correlation information in the system is required, that is, a dynamically complete set of temporal correlations. For quantum many-body systems, the non-commutability of physical quantities (operators) brings various complex inequivalent forms to quantum correlations. However, current measurement schemes can only extract a few special forms of timing correlation information, and so far there is no systematic and feasible scheme to extract all types of timing correlation information in a dynamically complete set. In 2019, Professor Liu Renbao of the Chinese University of Hong Kong proposed an arbitrary quantum timing correlation measurement scheme based on continuous weak measurements [ Phys. Rev. Lett. 123 , 050603 (2019)]. However, as the number of measurements increases with the continuous weak measurement method, the signal-to-noise ratio of high-order quantum correlation signals drops sharply, making its experimental implementation very difficult. Therefore, how to systematically and selectively measure dynamically complete arbitrary quantum timing correlations has always been a challenging scientific problem.
Figure: (a) The dynamic evolution of quantum many-body systems derives various forms of quantum timing correlations. (b) Quantum circuit for selective measurement of arbitrary N-order quantum timing correlation. (c) Experimental measurement of fourth-order quantum correlation. (d) Numerical simulation of quantum optimization control based on high-order quantum timing correlation.
In order to solve the above challenges, Peng Xinhua’s research group and Liu Renbao’s research group collaborated to innovatively propose any type of quantum timing correlation selective measurement protocol based on controllable physical process synthesis of quantum channels, see Figures (a) and (b). This protocol not only greatly improves the measurement signal-to-noise ratio of high-order quantum correlations and reduces the difficulty of experimental implementation, but is also applicable to a wider range of experimental systems, including single spin and ensemble quantum systems. Using high-precision quantum control of nuclear magnetic resonance, this work experimentally verified the feasibility of the measurement protocol on a multi-spin system, and successfully measured the fourth-order quantum timing correlation in a quantum multi-body system for the first time, as shown in Figure (c). Furthermore, this work applies the high-order quantum correlation information obtained experimentally to high-precision quantum optimization control tasks. The numerical simulation results shown in Figure (d) show that for single-spin quantum gates (such as Pauli-X gates), compared with previous optimization methods that only use second-order quantum correlation information, when the fourth-order quantum correlation is considered in the optimization control After correction, the quantum gate fidelity can be improved from 99.987% to 99.99996%.
This work has potential application value in the fields of quantum information and quantum many-body physics. On the one hand, the complete extraction of all quantum timing correlation information in the quantum thermal library provides a method to completely characterize quantum noise, which is very important for quantum information technology (such as quantum control and quantum precision measurement). On the other hand, since the dynamic behavior of a quantum many-body system can be decomposed into a superposition of various quantum timing correlations step by step, accurate measurement of any quantum timing correlation can help us better characterize and understand the non-linear behavior of quantum many-body systems. Equilibrium properties. Future directions plan to further improve the signal-to-noise ratio and spectral resolution of measuring quantum timing correlations by mitigating decoherence effects and utilizing quantum resources (such as entanglement and compression). The reviewer spoke highly of this work: ” It’s a significant addition to the field of quantum metrology, offering insights into quantum systems dynamics. ” ).
In order to further carry out the “will and wisdom support” and effectively integrate the work of consolidating and expanding the results of poverty alleviation with rural revitalization, our school specially invites Liuzhi, Guizhou, Jinzhai, Anhui, and the service areas of the graduate student support education group to provide targeted assistance. 106 primary and secondary school students from Haiyuan, Ningxia came to Hefei from May 15th to May 19th to participate in the 2024 “Hanhai Study Tour” activity, allowing the students to personally experience the university culture and strong atmosphere of scientific and technological innovation, and plant the scientific knowledge in their hearts seed.
On the evening of May 15th, after a tiring day of travel, the teachers and students of the study tour arrived in Hefei and were warmly welcomed by the teachers and students of our school. On May 16, the school assistance office and the Youth League Committee jointly held a welcome party for students and teachers who came from afar.
During the activity, the students, led by volunteers from the teaching support group, visited the school history hall, museums and other on-campus venues. They also visited the Anhui Provincial Geological Museum and the school’s high-tech park in the afternoon. In the following days, they also visited the Dujiang Battle Memorial Hall, Hefei Science and Technology Museum (new hall), and Binhu National Forest Park for knowledge expansion and learning visits.
On May 18, the day of the 2024 Science and Technology Activity Week, the students of the study tour participated with full enthusiasm and experienced the wonderful science popularization projects. At the engineering science popularization point, they learned about the latest achievements in advanced manufacturing technology and cutting-edge engineering fields, and visited various types of robots, such as humanoid robots, dual-arm collaborative robots, industrial robots, 3D printing technology, laser engraving, and unmanned aerial vehicles. Engineering projects, they found the fun of learning in the interaction with robots; at the nuclear science and technology popularization point, they watched the introduction of nuclear energy, nuclear technology, radiation protection, plasma and other exhibition boards and the large-screen display of virtual simulation of nuclear power plant operation; in nuclear energy At the science popularization activity site, volunteers talked about various energy sources through kites, windmills and other physical objects. The students who gathered around the objects seemed very interested and listened patiently to the explanations; at the physical science science popularization point, they participated in the fun experimental interactive session In some experiments, in the polarization optical demonstration experiment session, they followed the volunteers to carry out experiments and learn the mechanism with full concentration; in the environmental science and engineering science popularization point, they participated in interesting scientific experiment interactions and environmentally friendly creative handicraft activities to complete their own environmental protection Creative works…
On the morning of May 16, the 2024 Guo Moruo Scholarship Award Ceremony was held at the East District Auditorium. President Bao Xinhe and Academician Bao Xinhe attended the ceremony, sent affectionate messages to the award-winning students, and awarded them one by one. Deng Jiansong, deputy secretary of the school party committee, presided over the award ceremony. Liu Liu, deputy secretary of the school party committee and secretary of the Discipline Inspection Commission, Zhou Congzhao, member of the Standing Committee of the party committee and vice president, alumni representative, winner of the 7th and 11th Guo Moruo Scholarship, academician of the International Eurasian Academy of Sciences, IEEE fellow, part-time professor of the University of Science and Technology of China, 8306 Alumnus Li Shipeng, chairman of Minsheng Fund Management Co., Ltd., chairman of New Venture Foundation, 9913 alumnus Shi Bing, middle school principal representative Zhou Pengcheng, principal of the First Affiliated Middle School of Central China Normal University, Wu Juwen, secretary of the Party Committee of Hefei 168 Middle School, relevant departments of the school, Department heads attended the award ceremony. The 43rd Guo Moruo Scholarship winners, as well as their middle school principals, teachers, parents and relatives attended the award ceremony.
Bao Xinhe first expressed his warm congratulations to the 35 students who won the 43rd Guo Moruo Scholarship, and expressed his sincere welcome to all the parents, middle school principals and teachers who came from afar. He took Li Xianhua, a class 79 alumnus of our school’s Department of Earth and Space Sciences, winner of the 3rd Guo Prize, and academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Shen Weixiao, a class 1995 alumnus of the Department of Mathematics, winner of the 15th Guo Prize, and academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, as examples to describe their Respond to the needs of the motherland with world-renowned scientific and technological achievements one after another, put forward HKUST plans, and play the strong voice of the times. Encourage students to dare to take responsibility, do well, and constantly march into the breadth and depth of science and technology. Skills are forged in the great cause of the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, and write new glories for HKUST people in the new era and new journey.
Bao Xinhe said that honors are recognition and encouragement of the past, while breakthroughs are commitments and expectations for the future. He hoped that in the future journey, the students would have the courage to overcome difficulties, dare to innovate and create with firm belief and unremitting efforts, and bravely venture into the “deep water zone” and “no man’s land” of cutting-edge science and technology innovation, and be a person who cannot be taken away by others. The hard-core science and technology will play a leading role, assume important responsibilities, and play a leading role in the fields that the people of the motherland need, and write the most magnificent chapter for the people of HKUST in the grand blueprint of realizing self-reliance in science and technology and comprehensively promoting the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. Bao Xinhe said affectionately that your parents, relatives and friends, and your alma mater will always be your strong backing and solid support. I hope you will have the opportunity to go home and visit your alma mater often.
Li Shipeng deeply expressed his attachment to his alma mater. From the time he entered the campus at the age of 15 until he went to the United States for further study at the age of 24, the precious nine years he spent at HKUST had a profound impact on his life. He encouraged the students at the three levels of the country, the collective and the individual: learn from Mr. Guo Yonghuai, who serves the country through science and education and makes selfless contributions, have the courage to undertake missions, be unafraid of challenges, and contribute youthful strength to the development of the country. “I am very lucky to have so many alumni helping me. At the same time, they have set an example for us to help others in the future, and also allow us to help others who come after us in the same way.” By looking back on the gains from my own growth process Receiving the selfless support of the alumni, he encouraged the students to unite, cooperate, help each other, and carry forward the spirit of “helping and guiding”; on how to grow better as an individual, his answer was the four R’s – Respect ), exploration (Re-Search), resilience (Resilience), and sense of responsibility (Responsibility). He called on the students to respect others, dare to re-explore technology, themselves and rules, bravely face adversity, meet future challenges, and be confident about themselves. Be responsible for your work, family, partners and workplace.
Zhou Pengcheng, principal of the No. 1 Affiliated Middle School of Central China Normal University, said in his speech that red is the brightest background color of USTC. Red heritage is also an inexhaustible driving force for the development of the No. 1 Affiliated Middle School of Central China Normal University. The Guo Moruo Scholarship is known as the “No. 1 Scholarship in New China” and is the highest honor that every USTC student dreams of. In the 2024 selection, three students from the No. 1 Affiliated Middle School of Central China Normal University won the Guo Moruo Scholarship, and a total of eight students have won the scholarship so far. This is not only an affirmation of their personal academic achievements and scientific research spirit, but also a recognition of the educational philosophy and achievements of the No. 1 Affiliated Middle School of Central China Normal University. He hopes that the award-winning students will take serving the country with science and technology as their mission, continue to maintain their love and pursuit of academics, learn from scientists such as Yan Jici, Hua Luogeng, and Qian Xuesen, who dare to be the first and rigorous in their studies, and continue to climb new peaks on the road of scientific research, and contribute their precious youth and wisdom to the motherland.
On the afternoon of May 20, the school party committee held a special study and discussion focusing on “Strict Party Integrity and Discipline” in the form of a theoretical study center group. Shu Gequn, secretary of the school party committee, presided over the meeting. School leaders, party committee members, disciplinary committee members, and main leaders of the party and mass departments attended the meeting.
Jiang Yi, executive deputy secretary of the school party committee, conveyed the “Notice of the Central Party Building Leading Group on Conscientiously Studying and Implementing the Spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping’s Important Speech and Solidly Carrying out Party Discipline Study and Education”, and learned from General Secretary Jinping’s important exposition on strict party integrity and discipline. Liu Liu, Deputy Secretary of the University Party Committee, Secretary of the Disciplinary Inspection Commission, and Supervisory Commissioner of the National Supervisory Committee at the University of Science and Technology of China, studied General Secretary Jinping’s speech at the third plenary session of the 20th Central Commission for Discipline Inspection of the Communist Party of China, and learned from Comrade Li Xi Speech at the Nanjing University Research Symposium. Yang Fan, deputy secretary of the Discipline Inspection Commission of the school, conveyed Comrade Yu Hongqiu’s speech at the Nanjing University research symposium.
Fu Yao, member of the Standing Committee of the Party Committee and Vice President of the school, and Liu Bin, Secretary of the Party Committee of the School of Earth and Space Sciences, made exchange speeches based on the actual work.
Shu Gequn pointed out that since the launch of party discipline study and education, the whole school has actively and conscientiously studied the newly revised “Regulations on Disciplinary Punishments of the Communist Party of China”, insisted on reading and studying the original works, and achieved good learning results. We must continue to follow the requirements and arrangements of the Party Central Committee, combined with the change of mid-level cadres, follow up on warning education, strengthen party discipline education and training, and improve, promote and supervise each other. Colleges and universities are “civilized places” and not “lawless places.” We must fully understand the long-term, complex, and arduous nature of comprehensively and strictly administering the Party, constantly promote comprehensive and strict governance of the Party in colleges and universities, and strengthen disciplinary inspection and supervision in colleges and universities. Supervision system team building. We must internalize the requirements of integrity and discipline in our hearts and externalize them in our actions, regard them as behavioral norms for daily study, work and life, achieve “following the heart and do not exceed the rules”, and truly transform disciplinary rules into political consciousness, ideological consciousness and action consciousness. .
This concentrated study session will be the fifth concentrated study session for the leadership team of the Party Discipline Learning Education School and the ninth concentrated study session for the 2024 school party committee theoretical study center group.
In fall 2023, the Dr. Steve Edward Oliver memorial scholarship will be established by his partner of 49 years, Ray Matlock Smythe, BA, MAT, to help ease the financial burden of future chiropractic physicians. This annual $5,000 scholarship will be awarded fall term to one returning student enrolled in the University of Western States doctor of chiropractic program.
“When Steve was a senior at UWS, he spent an entire summer painting all the buildings on campus,” said Smythe. “While he enjoyed it and he made a positive difference, that on top of studying and all the reading he had to do, it really tired him out. The Dr. Steve Edward Oliver memorial scholarship was created not only to honor Steve and his legacy, but to help alleviate stress for a student, so they can focus more on their studies and rest mentally, physically and emotionally during their studies.”
Dr. Oliver, UWS professor emeritus and alumnus (Class of 1975), passed on February 23, 2022. He was born and raised in Portland, Oregon, and attended Jefferson High School, Portland State University, and University of Western States (then Western States Chiropractic College).
Dr. Oliver maintained a private practice in Portland and served as the academic dean of the UWS college of chiropractic, vice president of the university and chiropractic technique instructor. In 1978, at the age of 29, Dr. Oliver was named Chiropractor of the Year for the state of Oregon. He earned professor emeritus status in June 2012. One of Dr. Oliver’s proudest achievements was establishing the Student Health Center at UWS, where students had more opportunities to practice their techniques.
“Steve loved being a chiropractic physician,” said Smythe. “It was the supreme joy and passion of his life and it was truly amazing to witness. He contributed so much to his patients, students, colleagues and everyone around him. It’s an honor to recognize him in this way and I know he would be proud.”
University’s Lead Role in Innovative Benchmarking Consortium Expected to Yield Greater Student Retention and Graduation Rates
University of Western States (UWS) has received the 2023 Beacon Award for Excellence in student achievement and success from the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). The award was given in recognition of the lead role Rachael Pandzik, D.C., and Susan Donoff, Ph.D., of UWS took to create a regional benchmarking program that uses comparative data from a consortium of NWCCU accredited institutions to identify gaps in institutional outcomes and inform student success initiatives.
“Graduate programs do not have ready access to comparative data from like institutions, so this effort greatly helps UWS and our peer institutions implement changes to more effectively champion student success,” said UWS President Joseph Brimhall, D.C. “The academic and professional success of our students is the foundational goal of our university, and I’m tremendously proud of the faculty and staff members who have been involved in this effort.”
Today, the consortium consists of six graduate-level health science institutions that track and share retention and graduation rates. The data gleaned from the first year of the project is publicly available on the UWS website and will continue to grow in value as subsequent years of data are collected and shared.
At UWS, the peer benchmark data is utilized as part of the annual university appraisal process. A dedicated committee analyzes the data to identify opportunities to improve institutional outcomes and develop strategies to address student needs.
“The Beacon Award recognizes institutional and programmatic accomplishments in student achievement and success. Winners must demonstrate distinctive, measurable and replicable innovations with clear results,” said Sonny Ramaswamy, President of NWCCU. “The regional benchmarking program and work of UWS is a living embodiment of what the award is meant to celebrate.”
The Beacon Award was announced at the NWCCU Annual Conference Awards Luncheon on November 9, 2023. In addition to the award, UWS will receive $2,500 from NWCCU to support the university’s continued efforts to foster student success.
About University of Western States
University of Western States (UWS) is an independent nonprofit university accredited both institutionally and programmatically and known for its renowned programs in the areas of chiropractic, naturopathic medicine, functional medicine, nutrition, sports medicine, sport and performance psychology, and clinical mental health counseling. Founded in 1904 in Portland, Oregon, the university hosts the second-oldest chiropractic program in the world. UWS is part of The Community Solution Education System, an integrated, nonprofit system of colleges and universities working collaboratively to increase student success and enhance community impact. To learn more, visit http://www.uws.edu and http://www.tcsedsystem.edu.
This year University of Western States (UWS) celebrates the 120th anniversary of its founding, marking over a century of advancing chiropractic medicine and whole-person health education.
“As we commemorate this important milestone in our university’s history, we reflect on our lasting commitment to the advancement of whole health education focused on caring for the whole person rather than merely treating symptoms,” said Joseph Brimhall, DC, president of University of Western States. “Our institution has played a pivotal role in shaping the professions we serve and advancing careers for thousands of healthcare professionals. This legacy of academic excellence continues to evolve as UWS shapes the future of whole-person health care and education.”
Since its founding in 1904, University of Western States has been at the forefront of innovation and leadership in chiropractic care and hosts the longest-established Doctor of Chiropractic degree program in the Western United States. The university has expanded its academic programs to include naturopathic medicine, functional medicine, clinical nutrition, sports medicine, sport and performance psychology, and clinical mental health counseling. This academic expansion exemplifies the university’s commitment to whole-person health care, recognizing how multiple factors converge to impact the health and wellbeing of individuals, and facilitating the partnership between healthcare professionals and their patients.
UWS has earned an international reputation for high-quality academic programs that prepare students to flourish in their professional endeavors. Student outcome data from 2019-2022 demonstrates that 92% of UWS Doctor of Chiropractic graduates attain licensure within six months of graduation, exceeding the 80% benchmark established by the Council on Chiropractic Education. The university sees similarly high rates of licensure (91%) for graduates of the Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine programs.
Located in Portland, Oregon, the university has cultivated a strong bond with its community, forming reliable partnerships with organizations, universities, and schools to provide whole-person health care for veterans, homeless persons, athletes, students, and the community at large. The university is committed to fostering collaborations that promote the health and well-being of Portland-area residents. From its inception, UWS has offered clinical care to community members through clinics staffed by university faculty and students. Today the UWS Connected Whole Health Clinic, serves more than 15,000 patients per year.
UWS’s more than 7,000 alumni include professionals positively impacting their local communities and individuals, from Olympic-level athletes to technical laborers. This powerful alumni network spans the globe and serves as a testament to the university’s influence and reputation.
In response to disruptive changes in the higher education landscape, in 2023 UWS joined The Community Solution Education System, a national nonprofit system of six universities working collaboratively to advance academic goals, improve infrastructure and support systems, and develop strategies for sustainable growth. The System’s culture of radical cooperation aligns with UWS core values, supports the advancement of interdisciplinary health education, and enhances learning experiences for students.
To celebrate its enduring legacy, UWS is hosting a festive gala at Sentinel Hotel in downtown Portland on September 28, 2024. Alumni, students, trustees, donors, business supporters, community leaders, and dignitaries will be invited to attend.
As University of Western States commemorates its 120th anniversary, the university community looks forward to preparing the next generation of whole-person health care professionals to serve the evolving needs of a diverse and dynamic world.
Visit UWS.edu to learn more about University of Western States and stay up-to-date on its plans to celebrate the milestone anniversary with the community or to explore degree programs in whole-person health care.
Prior Education or Experience: BS in Exercise Science (Elon University)
Grace Huang hails from the charming suburbs of Cleveland, Ohio. An alumna of Elon University in Elon, NC, she earned her B.S. in Exercise Science, complemented by a minor in Leadership Studies. Driven by a passion for holistic wellness, Grace furthered her education at the prestigious University of Western States in Portland, OR, where she earned her Doctor of Chiropractic degree. Today, Grace thrives as an associate chiropractor at Springs Chiropractic, located in picturesque Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Graduating from UWS in 2020, Grace has continued to live her love of wellness and nature through all of her endeavors. Grace remembers being hard on herself during her time in school. When asked what she would advise herself during the DC education, she answered, “Life isn’t just being in school. It is also collaborating. Learn from people. You can gain clinical skills and tidbits from everyone. Everyone is from different backgrounds providing a wealth of perspective and knowledge.”
Still loving the outdoors in Colorado as she did while in Portland, Grace remembers learning at UWS from Dr. Ondick about the importance of having something to look forward to. For Grace that means a hike or a ski trip with friends. She continues to maintain work life balance with intentional practices. She says, “I have rituals.” For example, she suggested turning on and off a lamp with the start and end of the workday. It creates a space and routine in the mind of “this stays here, and this is me being present.”
What made you choose UWS over other schools and/or how did your degree from UWS prepare you for your current role?
University location: I am an avid outdoors gal and wanted to live and study in the PNW.
Curriculum: I found that UWS has a very comprehensive DC program which teaches things outside of just basic manipulations (for example: minor surgery, obstetrics, and phlebotomy), which were not offered at all schools. I found having these additional courses made me a more well-rounded doctor and gave me more tools in my toolbox when evaluating patients.
Doing my preceptorship with Dr. Moreau at UWS was also a pinnacle experience which became a launching pad for my career. Being under his wing and guidance gave me the confidence to go into the “real world” and thrive. He would grill me and Derek (the other intern at the time) on the spot all throughout the day and treated us like we were already doctors. We were put under the pressure of coming up with proper diagnoses and timely patient care.
What joys and challenges have surprised you in your position?
Joys: the gratitude of the people we help through our profession. I am always energized by how much of a difference people can feel when we give them our full attention and care for them as individuals.
Challenge: learning how to run a business! We learn some tips and tricks in school, but when you are out there in the real world, there is so much to learn about being a manager, working with other employees (staff/therapists/assistants), etc.
Dr. Clark is an assistant professor in the new naturopathic medicine program at the University of Western States, of which she is excited to be a part. She is teaching the six-part Function and Dysfunction series, Biomedical Integration I, II and III and Neuroscience. She greatly enjoys working in a collaborative environment with other faculty members and administrators, as well as teaching and working with students.
Dr. Clark earned a BS in physics from Oregon State University in 2000, and ND and MAc degrees from National University of Natural Medicine in 2011. She was in private practice from 2012 to 2020. She began her career in teaching in 2019 at Oregon College of Oriental Medicine in Portland, Oregon, where she served as chair of the integrative medicine department from 2019 to 2023. In this capacity, she worked with faculty in the biomedicine, research and professional development departments to introduce new curriculum as well as provide support, mediation and consultation in the areas of course design, policymaking and student/faculty and faculty/administration issues.
At UWS, she is eager to further cultivate her skillsets in pedagogy, course development and the integration of technology into both education and health care. She is happy to be a part of this wonderful community.
What made you to decide to come to UWS? I felt drawn by the new NMD program, and being in the world of natural medicine and part of starting a new program is very exciting. The community here is welcoming and fun. It feels like a good fit!
What excites you most about the school’s future? Of course the development and launch of the new NMD program, but also the things we are doing to advance educational standards and pedagogy. I have felt impressed by the passion and innovation I see in other faculty members, as well as the investment from the school in developing new learning tools and methods to help students.
Where does your passion for teaching stem from? I have felt inspired by my own educational journey; not just my successes, but more specifically the difficulties I faced at times when learning new things as a student and in my own career. Those are the places that allow me to spot potential challenges and stumbling blocks commonly experienced by students, and that inspire me to find ways of delivering information that will feel accessible to everyone in the room.
Why do you think the role of naturopathic medicine is so important in integrative health care? With ND care, the individualization of the approach is very pronounced. A significant component of healing may happen as a result of feeling “seen”, when someone’s whole health picture is viewed in an integrated way. As a patient, to feel able to share personal experiences and be met with respect, acknowledgement, curiosity and understanding can feel invaluable when struggling with health issues.
What is your favorite thing to do in Portland? One of my favorite things about Portland is its proximity to beautiful outdoor areas where I love to go hiking. It is also just a beautiful, aesthetically pleasing city with a lot of paths and parks and great places in which to walk around.
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