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Student support at University of Western States

See what University of Western States offers its students beyond the curriculum, in the college’s own words.

Campus: Portland, Oregon.

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Speaker and visiting-practitioner series

Recurring programs that bring practitioners in to meet students.

Not published on the pages we checked. Absence in what we checked is not absence at the college.

Mentoring

Faculty, alumni or peer mentoring.

Peer Mentorship uws.edu · 10 October 2026

What it is
Each new Doctor of Chiropractic and Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine student is paired with an upper-quarter classmate to help them acclimate to UWS and their new program. uws.edu · 10 October 2026
Who it's for
Each new Doctor of Chiropractic and Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine student uws.edu · 10 October 2026
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Career and practice-readiness services

Placement help, associateship boards, business-of-practice programming.

Career and Professional Development uws.edu · 10 October 2026

What it is
The office of career and professional development at UWS offers resources to students and alumni related to business success in their chosen field. uws.edu · 10 October 2026
Who it's for
offers resources to students and alumni related to business success in their chosen field uws.edu · 10 October 2026
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UWS Connections Fair uws.edu · 10 October 2026

What it is
At the UWS Connections Fair, alumni and current students can learn from like-minded professionals who represent their disciplines, network with other alumni, meet local and regional partners who are supporting Pacific Northwest communities, and connect with notable organizations in the whole-person health and integrated healthcare industries who wish to hire UWS graduates. uws.edu · 10 October 2026
Who it's for
alumni and current students uws.edu · 10 October 2026
How often
The UWS Connections Fair is held annually in November. uws.edu · 10 October 2026
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Academic support

Tutoring, board-exam preparation, learning centers.

Academic Commons uws.edu · 10 October 2026

What it is
The Academic Commons (AC) is a university initiative designed to propel knowledge acquisition, knowledge generation, and knowledge dissemination via focused support and services delivered through the AC Library Team, AC Research Team, and AC Teaching & Learning Team. uws.edu · 10 October 2026
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Services for Students With Disabilities uws.edu · 10 October 2026

What it is
University of Western States (UWS) reasonably accommodates qualified students with disabilities, to afford them an equal opportunity to participate in courses, programs and activities. uws.edu · 10 October 2026
Who it's for
Disability services are available to both on campus and online students who meet the necessary qualifications. uws.edu · 10 October 2026
How to take part
Schedule an accommodations intake appointment uws.edu · 10 October 2026
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Tutoring Services uws.edu · 10 October 2026

What it is
We provide free peer-to-peer, subject-specific tutoring services to Doctor of Chiropractic, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, and Doctor of Occupational Therapy students. uws.edu · 10 October 2026
Who it's for
Doctor of Chiropractic, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, and Doctor of Occupational Therapy students uws.edu · 10 October 2026
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Writing Tutoring uws.edu · 10 October 2026

What it is
Writing tutors assist you in developing your own writing process and instruct you in using the tools and resources necessary to be a self-sufficient writer in your academic studies and beyond. uws.edu · 10 October 2026
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Clinical exposure beyond the curriculum

Observation, outreach clinics, preceptorship matching.

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International and exchange programs

Designated School Official (DSO) uws.edu · 10 October 2026

What it is
UWS’ Designated School Official (DSO) is available to support international students with questions about documentation, travel signatures, and maintaining status while studying in the United States. uws.edu · 10 October 2026
Who it's for
international students uws.edu · 10 October 2026
How to take part
The page linked publishes contact details for this. uws.edu · 10 October 2026
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Student wellbeing services

The services that exist, and how to reach them.

Campus Fitness Center uws.edu · 10 October 2026

What it is
The UWS Fitness Center is open to all students and provides a convenient place to exercise between classes or after a solid study session. uws.edu · 10 October 2026
Who it's for
The UWS Fitness Center is open to all students uws.edu · 10 October 2026
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Counseling and Student Assistance Program uws.edu · 10 October 2026

What it is
This free and confidential service provides you and your household members with support and referrals for counseling (in-person, phone, video and/or text), life skills, financial and legal consultation, and more. uws.edu · 10 October 2026
Who it's for
All UWS students have access to the WellConnect Student Assistance Program. uws.edu · 10 October 2026
How to take part
The page linked publishes contact details for this. uws.edu · 10 October 2026
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Meditation Room uws.edu · 10 October 2026

What it is
In addition to physical fitness spaces, you also have access to a dedicated meditation room where you can have a quiet moment alone or participate in mindfulness group meditations. uws.edu · 10 October 2026
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Alumni networks open to students

Anything else the college lists as student support

Named in the college's own words.

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