Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences Graduates First Class of Occupational Therapy Students
DMU's Newest Alumni Will Help Address OT Shortages WEST DES MOINES, IA (06/03/2026) At Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences' 126th Commencement, the longstanding institution celebrated a first by awarding 22 Doctor of Occupational Therapy degrees. Occupational therapists are skilled health care professionals who help people of all ages who, for diverse reasons, have been impaired from doing the meaningful activities of daily life. Nationally and in Iowa, there are significant shortages of
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences Graduates Over 430 Health Care Professionals
DES MOINES, IA (06/01/2026) Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences awarded graduate degrees in medicine and health sciences to over 430 new health care professionals at its 126th Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 29, 2026. The event celebrated the achievements of the DMU Class of 2026, including many dual-degree students and the first graduates of the Doctor of Occupational Therapy program. Angela L. Walker Franklin, PhD, DMU's president and CEO, reminded the new graduates to be strong
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences and Merrimack College Announce Partnership to Expand Pathways to Health Care
WEST DES MOINES, IA (05/27/2026) Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences and Merrimack College, a private college in North Andover, Massachusetts, have entered into a new partnership that expands pathways for Merrimack students pursuing careers in the health sciences. Through this agreement, qualified Merrimack undergraduate students and graduate students in biology and applied chemistry will receive preferred access to apply to, interview for and, in some cases, secure reserved seats in
Des Moines University Awarded 2026 Marketing Department of the Year by AMA Iowa
WEST DES MOINES, IA (05/20/2026) The marketing and communications team at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences has been named the 2026 Marketing Department of the Year by the American Marketing Association Iowa Chapter. The honor was presented during the 21st annual NOVA Awards on May 7, 2026, at The District Venue in Ankeny, Iowa. The NOVA Awards - regarded as one of Iowa's top recognitions for marketing excellence - honor organizations and teams that demonstrate outstanding innovation,
DMU Earns Carnegie Recognition for Growing Research Enterprise
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences joins select group of 24 institutions nationwide holding both medical school and research classifications WEST DES MOINES, IA (05/18/2026) Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences has received national recognition for the continued growth of its research enterprise with an updated institutional classification from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. DMU is now designated as a Research Colleges and Universities
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences and the University of New England Announce Partnership to Expand Pathways to Podiatric Medicine
WEST DES MOINES, IA (05/11/2026) Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences and the University of New England, a private university in Maine, have entered into a new partnership that expands pathways for UNE students pursuing careers in health sciences. Through this agreement, students enrolled in UNE's College of Professional Studies Online PostBaccalaureate PreHealth and Master of Biomedical Science programs will have the opportunity to pursue a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree at DMU. As
WEST DES MOINES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES 2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
WEST DES MOINES, IA (Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026) – The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce (WDM Chamber) has announced its 2026 Board of Directors, a group of local and regional leaders who will help guide the Chamber and support the continued growth of the West Des Moines community. Board members will work closely with Chamber staff to support members, set priorities, and strengthen the business community. “Our 2026 Board of Directors includes leaders from a wide range of industries and businesses,
