Community & Media
Explore university publications and news articles, connect with faculty experts, learn about community events, inquire about media coverage, and access style guides.
Supporting Midwestern University and Our Community
The Offices of Communications at Midwestern University 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 Midwestern University.
Explore our quick facts sheets with information about the Downers Grove, IL and Glendale, AZ campuses of Midwestern University.
The Office of Communications publishes the MWU Style Guide, setting editorial and graphic standards that unify and elevate the presentation of Midwestern University’s identity.
Media Inquiries and Campus Coverage
Credentialed media may submit a public information officer request for information and assets:
- Arizona: azcommunications@midwestern.edu
- Illinois: communications@midwestern.edu
Follow Us
Across our social media pages, we strive to share the compelling stories of Midwestern University and spotlight the outstanding achievements of our students, faculty, staff, and alumni.
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Learn more about MWU social media
Contact a Faculty & Staff Expert
The faculty at Midwestern University 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.
- Glendale, AZ campus: azcommunications@midwestern.edu.
- Downers Grove, IL campus: communications@midwestern.edu.
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
- Magazine - Summer 2024
- Magazine - Spring 2023
- Magazine - Fall 2022
- Magazine - Winter 2020/2021
- Magazine - Fall 2020
Contributions
If you have an idea for a feature or story for the Midwestern University 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.
- Vital Signs - Summer 2024
- Vital Signs - Spring 2024
- Vital Signs - Winter 2023
- Vital Signs - Fall 2023
- Vital Signs - Fall 2022
- Vital Signs - Spring 2022
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 Midwestern University.
Mentors in Medicine & Science Mentor Program - IL
Undergraduate college students in Illinois interested in healthcare now have a resource for navigating a graduate education.
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!
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!
Arizona Regional Brain Bee
February 5, 2025
The Arizona Brain Bee is an educational competition similar to a spelling bee that focuses on neuroscience.
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.
News
Learn More about Midwestern University
Location and Directory Information
With more than 20 healthcare degree programs, Midwestern University 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 faculty and staff directory.
About Midwestern University
Midwestern University 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.
