The College Tour
The College Tour tells the stories of colleges and universities through the lens of their students.
The College Tour
Welcome to Midwestern University, preparing Tomorrow’s Healthcare Team. In this episode of The College Tour, watch the incredible stories of 18 MWU students as they describe what it’s like to navigate through their healthcare education journeys at our two beautiful campuses in Downers Grove, Illinois and Glendale, Arizona. Learn more about our students and the unlimited possibilities at Midwestern University.
Hosted by Alex Boylan and Desi Williams, each episode of The College Tour tells the story of what life is truly like on college campuses across the country and around the world. From academics, housing, sports, career preparation, campus life/location and much more, each story in this innovative and informative series is told by real students attending the featured college or university right now!
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Each episode of the award-winning TV series, The College Tour, shares the story of a single college or university through the authentic lens of its current students.
Hear from Midwestern University students
Student Journeys
Learn from Midwestern University students about their real experiences on campus.
Featured Student Stories
Meet Tiffany Thompson
Discover how mentorship and research have shaped Tiffany Thompson's journey as a second-year osteopathic medicine student, fueling her professional growth and career development.
Meet Ashley Parker
Watch Ashley's story to hear how classroom learning combined with early clinical exposure has given her the opportunity to practice medicine in a hands-on environment.
Student, Staff and Faculty Segments
Belonging (AZ)
Kevin Phan | Dental Medicine | 1st year
Belonging (IL)
Jordyn Flemons | Optometry | 3rd year
Biomed Pathway
Megan Beard | Podiatric Medicine | 1st year
Campus Location (AZ)
Marc Rademaker | Podiatric Medicine | 3rd year
Campus Location (IL)
Daniel Misioura | Osteopathic Medicine | 2nd year
Campus Technology
Dr. Kelly Lempicki | Simulation Center
Career Change
Alexis Flamburis | Pharmacy | 1st year
Clinical Experience
Natalie Ferrufino | Pharmacy | 1st year
Clinic Technology
Dr. Celeste Delap | CAREN (Computer Assisted Rehabilitation ENvironment)
Community Involvement (AZ)
Kiarra Tarver | Veterinary Medicine | 2nd year
Community Involvement (IL)
Vani Ganesh | Osteopathic Medicine | 1st year
Day One Ready
Ashley Parker | Osteopathic Medicine | 1st year
Dual Degree Options
Caitlin Nicolai | Osteopathic Medicine and Precision Medicine | 1st year
Innovation & Technology
Katie Trimble | Dental Medicine | 3rd year
Interdisciplinary Education
Josh Reese | Optometry | 3rd year
Life Balance
Roman Somogy | Optometry | 3rd year
Mentorship & Research
Tiffany Thompson | Osteopathic Medicine | 2nd year
Non-Traditional Student
Miriam Villa | Dental Medicine | 1st year
Research
Olivia Wallace | Veterinary Medicine | 3rd year
Student Experiences
Alexander Hobby | Speech-Language Pathology | 1st year
Digital Series
Ask Admissions
Meet Tracey Ramirez, Associate Director of Admissions - Glendale. Learn more about the admissions process including how and when to apply, what to expect during the application review process, how to prepare, if selected, for an interview and helpful tips on what some successful prospective students have done during their interviews.
Navigating Financial Aid
Meet Nathan Ernst, Director of Student Financial Services and Registrar. Understanding the financial component of your healthcare education is an important factor when choosing the right university for your education. Nathan explains why it's so important to compare the entire cost of attendance at the schools you are considering including tuition, fees, housing, and so much more.
Coffee with the President
Meet Dr. Kathleen Goeppinger, President and CEO of Midwestern University as she discusses how Midwestern University got its start in IL and later, in AZ. How and why MWU expanded, and continues to expand, to meet the healthcare provider needs of the country. Learn from Dr. G. why One Health is so important to MWU and how this impacts every MWU graduate.