RVU Appoints Michael K. Young to its Executive Advisory Council [June 9, 2017] Rocky Vista University (RVU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael K. Young to its Executive Advisory Council for Southern Utah. Mr. Young, a graduate of Harvard Law School, currently serves as the President of Texas A&M, a position he has held since May 1, 2015.  His distinguished career includes previous positions as President and tenured Professor of Law at the University of Washington, as well as President and Distinguished Professor of Law at the University of Utah. Under his leadership, Utah raised its stature nationally and internationally, becoming the nation’s top university in the number of new companies generated from university research.  The University also built over a million square feet of academic and research space during his tenure as President. RVU’s Executive Advisory Council was established in January of this year to provide guidance and advice regarding community relations and other pertinent matters to the leadership and faculty at the new medical school, Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine – Southern Utah (RVUCOM-SU) located in Ivins Utah. Members of the Council include Utahans and those with strong ties to Utah, who are leaders […]

RVU Celebrates Commencement Ceremony [May 31, 2018] Rocky Vista University (RVU) celebrated the graduation of 150 students in its College of Osteopathic Medicine (RVUCOM) program, as well as 26 students in its Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) program. The ceremony, which took place at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House in Denver, was held on May 19th. The Very Reverend Archimandrite Christodoulos G. Papadeas of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America delivered the Invocation. RVU President and CEO Clinton E. Adams, DO, FACHE, then addressed the students directly. “Your families celebrate your achievement. العاب لربح المال الحقيقي They are proud of what you have endured and accomplished. There are so many stories of sacrifices, aspirations, overcoming great obstacles, and realizing the impossible dream,” he said. Keynote speaker Stephen Shannon, DO, MPH, President of the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM), delivered the address. “I believe that the future of medicine is sitting before me today and that future is brighter for the unique outlook each of you will bring to your patients, your colleagues and your communities,” he said. The MSBS graduates were the first to receive their diplomas. They were presented by Francina Towne, PhD, Director […]

RVU Announces Commencement Speaker [April 7, 2017 – Parker, CO] Rocky Vista University (RVU) is pleased to announce that Mark A. Baker, DO, has been selected to provide the keynote address the University’s 2017 commencement ceremony. Dr. Baker is a board-certified physician in diagnostic radiology. He works at Western Radiology and is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Radiology at University of North Texas Health Science Center. Additionally, he is a member of the Texas Osteopathic Medical Association and the American Osteopathic College of Radiology. Dr. Baker will become the 121st President of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) in July. “This is a critical junction in the growth and prominence of the AOA,” said Clinton E. Adams, DO, FACHE, President and CEO of RVU. “Osteopathic Medicine is experiencing rapid growth, as seen by over 100,000 osteopathic physicians and students preparing to launch into the Single Accreditation System with the Accreditation Council of Graduate Medicine Education (ACGME), thereby uniting all osteopathic and allopathic residency training programs in the country.” “Dr. Baker’s long-term leadership in healthcare policy, politics, and education will serve the AOA well,” Dr. Adams continued, “as he tackles the unknown issues facing a new administration. He is a […]

RVU Hosts Colorado Ultrafest [April 7, 2017] Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (RVUCOM) collaborated with the University of Colorado School of Medicine (CUSOM), as well as the Colorado Ultrasound Group (USIG) to host the second annual Colorado Ultrafest on Saturday, March 18th. It was the largest ultrasound event in RVU’s history with nearly 270 students from both medical schools in attendance. قمار الخيل Students attended ultrasound workshops which included prenatal, abdominal, cardio, vascular, and ocular sessions. ربح المال عن طريق اللعب The students were able to practice probing techniques on live models using cutting-edge ultrasound machines (provided by such sponsors as SonoSite, Philips, GE, Mindray, Clarius, BK Ultrasound, SonoSim, and Signostics). Keynote speakers were Wilma Chan, MD, EdM, Inaugural Director of Ultrasound Education at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, and Rachel Liu, MD, FACEP, FAAEM, President of the Academy of Emergency Ultrasound and chair-elect for the ultrasound section of American College of Emergency Physicians. Among the attendees was RVUCOM’s second-year student Andrea Thomas. “It was inclusive and calm…a great learning environment with plenty of hands-on time,” said Ms. Thomas. “The keynote speakers impressed upon us the importance of being kind to ourselves in times of not […]

RVU Celebrates New Campus in Ivins, Utah with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony [August 4, 2017] After 16 months of construction, Rocky Vista University (RVU) has officially opened its new campus in Ivins, Utah: Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine – Southern Utah (RVUCOM-SU). As the first osteopathic medical school in Utah, this is a significant achievement and will bring more physicians to the area in the future. On July 14th, a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held to celebrate the completion of the RVUCOM-SU building, attended by RVU’s Board of Trustees, the Executive Advisory Council, faculty and staff from both campuses, contractors, and key officials who have been instrumental to the success of this project. Among the speakers at the event were: Larry W. Anderson, DO, Immediate Past President of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians; a video message by Governor Gary Herbert; Eduardo Illanes, AIA, of OZ Architecture; David Park, DO, FAAFP, FACOFP, Campus Dean of RVUCOM-SU; Maha Sallam, PhD, Chair of the RVU Board of Trustees; and, Scott L. Wyatt, President of Southern Utah University. The Inaugural Class of 2021, comprised of 135 students, began their medical education on July 24th. These students came to RVUCOM-SU from 24 […]

Jennifer Williams, PhD, Appointed Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness at RVU [Jan 11, 2017] Rocky Vista University (RVU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Williams, PhD, as Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness. “This position is responsible for the oversight of our accreditation processes at the program level and the overall University,” said Clinton E. قوانين البوكر Adams, DO, FACHE, President and CEO of RVU. “I believe the significant contribution [by Dr. Williams] is leadership in creating a comprehensive institutional research and assessment program, [as well as] developing and measuring outcomes to document our academic success and opportunities for improvement. Her outstanding record of achievement since joining the RVU administration speaks for itself.” Dr. Williams joined the staff of Rocky Vista University in 2014 as Executive Director of Institutional Planning and Assessment. كازينو مباشر Since then, she has guided the successful launch of the Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS), conducted feasibility and market analyses for new programs, and is creating new systems and processes for assessment and quality improvement. Dr. Williams received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from University of Northern Colorado and a Master of Arts degree in Higher Education Administration. She then earned […]

New Medical School in Southern Utah Names Executive Advisory Council [Parker, Colorado – January 6, 2017] Rocky Vista University (RVU) is pleased to announce appointments to its newly established Executive Advisory Council. The Council was created to provide guidance and advice regarding community relations and other pertinent matters to the leadership and faculty at RVU’s new medical school, Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine – Southern Utah (RVUCOM-SU) located in Ivins. The RVUCOM-SU Executive Advisory Council includes men and women from Utah who are leaders in their respective fields and communities. Members include: Stan Albrecht, PhD, recently retired as President of Utah State University; Timothy B. Anderson, JD Jones, Waldo, Holbrook & McDonough, PC, St. George, Utah Office serving as Chairman; R. Lane Beattie, President and CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce; Mindy Benson, Vice President for Alumni and Community Relations at Southern Utah University; B. Grant Bishop, MD, Dermatologist and Professor Emeritus at the University of Utah School of Medicine; Eric Leavitt, CEO of the Leavitt Group headquartered in Cedar City, Utah; Donna L. Milavetz, MD, CEO of Salt Lake City-based On Site Care Clinics; Derek Miller, President and CEO of Utah World Trade Center; Warren […]

RVU and South Metro Fire Rescue Conduct Active Shooter Drills for First Responders [November 15, 2016 – Parker, CO] Over the course of a week, Rocky Vista University (RVU) collaborated with South Metro Fire Rescue (SMFR) to provide training, called Active Treat Exercises, in Centennial. The collaboration between the rescue organization and the medical school began in July. Training Lieutenant Ryan Shelton of SMFR read research about simulation training which had been conducted by Anthony LaPorta, MD, FACS, Course Director of RVU’s Military Track. Mr. Shelton, on a whim, visited the RVU campus where he met the rest of the surgery simulation team. “RVU wanted to support the training because keeping SMFR well-trained in the event of a mass casualty event is very important to the community,” said David Ross, DO, FACEP, Associate Director of Military Track. Due to an increasing number of active shooter situations throughout the country, there is an urgent need for medical personnel to treat and extract patients from still-dangerous environments. The Active Treat Exercises brought together EMT-Basics and Paramedics with law enforcement officers in a mock shooter drill. The scenario presented to the first responders was that a shooter had opened fire in an office […]

RVU to Offer Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences Program [Parker, Colorado –May 25, 2016] – Rocky Vista University (RVU) is pleased to announce that it will offer a Master of Science Degree in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) with the first class matriculating in August of this year. The announcement came after receiving approval from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), the University’s accrediting agency. “We are thrilled to have received approval to move forward with the MSBS program,” stated Kathryn Pate, PhD, Program Director. “We are looking forward to the opportunities the program will bring to our students and to the University. The faculty has been working very hard to create an exciting curriculum that includes a great deal of inter-professional education, which will ultimately lead to the enhancement of all programs here at RVU.” The MSBS program will consist of a 9-month curriculum in the biomedical sciences designed to help strengthen the academic background of candidates who are seeking admission into graduate health programs such as medical school, veterinary medicine, dental school, physician assistant studies, or other professional or graduate level programs. A description of the program and admissions requirements can be found on the University’s website, www.rvu.edu. The MSBS […]

RVU Names Debra Nickell, PhD, PA-C, as Founding Program Director for Physician Assistant Studies [May 3, 2016] Rocky Vista University (RVU) is pleased to announce that Debra Nickell, PhD, PA-C, has been named Founding Program Director of the Physician Assistant (PA) program. “The ability for RVU to attract leaders like Dr. Nickell is a testament to the academic growth and leadership RVU enjoys,” said Clinton E. Adams, DO, FACHE, President and CEO of RVU. “Dr. Nickell’s diverse leadership and academic experience will build on the strong foundation that Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (RVUCOM) has established. The Physician Assistant program will greatly augment our team-based medical education experience essential to prepare our graduates to practice in today’s health care delivery system. لعبة بوكر اون لاين RVU’s mission “to provide quality healthcare education while inspiring students to serve with compassion, integrity and excellence” will undoubtedly be enhanced by Dr. Nickell’s leadership.” Dr. Nickell previously worked in clinical research for pharmaceutical companies and in hospital administration before becoming a clinically practicing physician assistant. She has also served as the executive director for a grant-funded program, in which she marketed evidence-based pharmacotherapeutics to physicians and, later, joined the faculty of University […]