Community & Media

Explore university publications and news articles, connect with faculty experts, learn about community events, inquire about media coverage, and access style guides.

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Aerial view of Glendale campus.

Supporting ³ûÄñÊÓƵ and Our Community

The Offices of Communications at ³ûÄñÊÓƵ work together to provide comprehensive support in communications, graphic design, web development, social media, printing and publications, and media relations.. The four units in our department — Marketing, Publications, Media Relations, and Special Events — coupled with the unique expertise of our staff members, provide communication solutions that produce effective results for ³ûÄñÊÓƵ.

Explore our quick facts sheets with information about the Downers Grove, IL and Glendale, AZ campuses of ³ûÄñÊÓƵ.

The Office of Communications publishes the MWU Style Guide, setting editorial and graphic standards that unify and elevate the presentation of ³ûÄñÊÓƵ’s identity.

MWU Style Guide (PDF)

Media Inquiries and Campus Coverage

Credentialed media may submit a public information officer request for information and assets:

Media Inquiry Request Form

Follow Us

Across our social media pages, we strive to share the compelling stories of ³ûÄñÊÓƵ and spotlight the outstanding achievements of our students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

 

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Contact a Faculty & Staff Expert

The faculty at ³ûÄñÊÓƵ are some of the most experienced and well-known professionals in their fields. To facilitate an interview with a faculty expert, please contact Communications staff for assistance. 

You may contact the experts directly as well, but our Communications staff can provide valuable assistance in helping you meet your deadlines and finding the right expert.

Recent Publications

Includes the President's Report, MWU Magazines, Vital Signs and Economic Impact

Contributions

If you have an idea for a feature or story for the ³ûÄñÊÓƵ Magazine, please send it to us! Contact Jill Blair-Smith at the Downers Grove Campus or Tony Johns at the Glendale Campus to submit your items.

Contributions

If you have an idea for a story or other coverage for inclusion in Vital Signs, or if you have a newsworthy item such as an award, grant, and so forth, please send them to us! Contact Jill Blair-Smith at the Downers Grove Campus or Tony Johns at the Glendale Campus to submit your items.

Contact Us

If you have an idea for a story or other coverage for inclusion in our publications, or if you have a newsworthy item such as an award, grant, and so forth, please send them to us!

Community Events

Mentors in Medicine & Science Mentor Program - AZ

Undergraduate college students interested in healthcare now have a resource for navigating a graduate education in the health sciences, thanks to ³ûÄñÊÓƵ.

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Mentors in Medicine & Science Mentor Program - IL

Undergraduate college students in Illinois interested in healthcare now have a resource for navigating a graduate education.

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Health Careers Institute - AZ

July 10-19, 2025  
Our Health Careers Institute (HCI) allows high school students to explore a variety of health professions. Application deadlines are fast approaching!

Students learning to check a heart at the clinic

Health Careers Institute - IL

2025 Date Coming Soon
Our Health Careers Institute (HCI) allows high school students to explore a variety of health professions. Application deadlines are fast approaching!

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Arizona Regional Brain Bee

February 5, 2025
The Arizona Brain Bee is an educational competition similar to a spelling bee that focuses on neuroscience.

Three students posing for Brain Bee

Health Sciences Career Day for High School Students

March 4, 2025
Join us for a hands-on Summer Workshop where High School Students can learn more about working in healthcare.

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News

"Walk With a Doc" Educates Students, Community on Fall Prevention

Hour-long walks with faculty experts, students are open and free to the public

  • AZ - Glendale

Glendale Campus Hosts Pre-Pharmacy Tech Day for Metro Tech High School Students

On January 24, 2025, the College of Pharmacy, Glendale Campus welcomed 38 Metro Tech High School students to explore future career opportunities in the world of pharmacy.

  • AZ - Glendale

Interdisciplinary Collaboration between Physical Therapy and Dental Programs Enhances Preventative Care and Career Longevity

Physical therapy students evaluate potential work-related musculoskeletal disorders for dental students

  • IL - Downers Grove
  • MWU Clinics
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Learn More about ³ûÄñÊÓƵ

Location and Directory Information

With more than 20 healthcare degree programs, ³ûÄñÊÓƵ prepares students for vital healthcare careers at our Downers Grove, IL Campus and Glendale, Arizona Campus. Take a virtual tour of our state-of-the-art facilities on the Downers Grove Google 360 views and Glendale Google 360 views pages, or explore our offices, departments, & centers or search our .

Arizona and Illinois campuses.

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³ûÄñÊÓƵ is the gateway to a comprehensive healthcare education, supported by dedicated faculty mentors, cutting-edge facilities, immersive clinical opportunities, and a specialized focus on One Health. We take pride in offering a student-centered approach that focuses on your growth and success. Our dedication to research fuels innovation and enhances the education of future healthcare professionals. We support diverse research initiatives in basic science, clinical, and translational studies that benefit students, the scientific community, and society.

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Contact Information

Illinois Fax: 630-515-7180 | Arizona Fax: 623-572-3791