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The CDU Health Sciences Library and the Office of Research Operations hosted the CDU Library Author’s Tea to showcase the research faculty’s books, works, and publications. The event, held in the Cobb Lobby, featured remarks from CDU administration, poem recitations, and insights into how the CDU Health Sciences Library and the Office of Sponsored Programs can support the campus research community. A highlight of the event was the panel discussions, where panelists presented succinct …Read more about Author’s Tea Promotes Quality Research Discussions

In a special event to celebrate Black History Month, CDU hosted a special in-person University Forum that featured a distinguished panel of thought leaders who shared insights and strategies to address the health disparities facing Black Californians. The event was held in the W. Montague Cobb Medical Education Lobby on campus and was also live streamed via the University’s YouTube channel.  Guest panelists included Shakari Byerly, Partner and Principal Researcher of EVITARUS; Rhonda Smith, …Read more about University Forum Addresses Health Disparities facing Black Californians

CDU held its 38th Annual Commencement Ceremonies at the Dignity Health Sports Park on June 6, 2022, conferring degrees and certificates upon the Class of 2022. The celebration also welcomed the Mighty Lions of 2020 and 2021 who were not able to celebrate their graduations in person due to the COVID-19 event policy that was in place these past two years. This year’s commencement was the largest in the University’s history and consisted of a morning ceremony honoring graduates of the Mervyn M. Dym …Read more about CDU Celebrates Graduates with Dual Commencement Ceremonies

The University continued its tradition of spreading holiday cheer with the annual Thanksgiving Dessert Reception, creating a sweet and festive atmosphere in the Cobb Building lobby for all staff, faculty, and students. Jackie Brown, Director of University Events, expressed the importance of coming together to celebrate and appreciate the contributions each member of the CDU community makes to fulfill the university’s mission. “In a year filled with challenges and triumphs, taking a moment to ack …Read more about CDU Kicks Off Holidays with Dessert Reception

CDU celebrated GivingTuesday, a national event where people around the world use their individual power of generosity to support their communities. “What excites me most about GivingTuesday is the opportunity for faculty, staff, students, and alumni to participate in a real way amongst every other charity,” said Andreh Khatchaturains, Executive Director for Development and Alumni Relations. Thanks to the support from the CDU community, the event surpassed the original fundraising goal of $5,000 …Read more about Giving Tuesday a Success at CDU

The Mervyn M. Dymally College of Nursing (MMDCON) hosted “Meet, Mix and Mingle ‘’ an event that showcased the various resources available to CDU students. “Our goal today was to bring students who are pre-nursing, whether they’re outside of the University or internal to CDU, to let them know that they can come to us now if you feel you need help,” said Adrienne Milbourne-Thompson, Academic Support Specialist. “This event allowed the opportunity for our nursing students to bridge the gap as far a …Read more about College of Nursing Hosts Peer Mentor Mixer For Students

The countdown to Jazz at Drew 2024 is heating up with the announcement of three dynamic acts set to grace the stage on September 21, 2024. This vibrant event, hosted by Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (CDU), marks a significant return to the cultural calendar of South LA after a hiatus since 2019. Jazz at Drew continues its tradition of showcasing premier musical talent and fostering a deep connection with the community. This year’s lineup includes the Grammy-nominated v …Read more about Three Acts Revealed for the Return of Jazz at Drew

The Mervyn M. Dymally College of Nursing (MMDCON) held its Spring 2023 White Coat Ceremony for their Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program (Cohort 5), Master of Science in Nursing Entry Level Masters Program (Cohort 28), Master of Science in Nursing Family Nurse Practitioner (Cohort 38), and the Master of Science in Nursing Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner Program (Cohort 17). The celebratory event took place on Cobb Lawn and featured remarks from MMDCON Dean, Dr. Gail Washington, represe …Read more about White Coats and New Beginnings at MMDCON Spring Ceremony

The Black Maternal Health Center of Excellence (BMHCE) hosted a special event to unveil the Black Maternal Health Library Collection now available in the CDU Health Science’s Library. The collection comprises 100 books intended to enlighten and empower readers. Some of the books include All About Love: New Visions by bell hooks, Black Feminist Thought by Patricia Hill Collins, and Under the Skin: The Hidden Toll of Racism on American Health by Linda Villarosa.. “The library collection is more th …Read more about Empowering Knowledge: CDU Unveils New Black Maternal Health Library Collection

CDU and CommonSpirit Health held a special event in February to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) formalizing the two organizations’ intentions to form a partnership to advance the practice of health professions and education. This gathering marked the next step in leveraging the organization’s complementary goals.  CommonSpirit Health is among one of the largest non-profit health systems in the U.S. with more than 1,000 care sites in 21 states coast-to-coast and serving approx …Read more about CommonSpirit Health and CDU Pledge to Form Partnership