SWAGÊÓƵ

Dear SWAGÊÓƵ Students, Faculty, and Staff,

As the autumn months unfold, I am often reminded of the deeper meaning of Thanksgiving and the profound impact it has on our lives. This special occasion provides us with an opportunity to gather with family, friends, and loved ones – our non-human friends included – to celebrate the fruits of the harvest and reflect on the cherished memories and traditions that bind us together.

The Thanksgiving holiday provides us an opportunity to honor all of you, who so effectively help to unite us as the SWAGÊÓƵ family and community. Please know that the university is always here to support you in your noble endeavor of dedicated service. With over 3700 enrolled students, and 21,000 alumni worldwide, we as an institution continue to serve as the compelling solution to the current national shortage of health professionals.

We are an institution that educates healers who inevitably go on to serve global healthcare patient communities, worldwide, including medically underserved areas and populations, consistent with the institution’s mission and vision. I wish to express my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for the sacrifices that you make daily to effectively realize the institution’s inspirational educational goals and objectives.

As I reflect on the exceptional positive impact of our university faculty, staff, students, and alumni, I am filled with an abundance of hope and pride. Together, I firmly believe that we are making a difference on the world healthcare stage.

Thanksgiving calls us to extend our thoughts to those in need, individuals and families alike, who may lack the means to travel, to gather, or, in some cases, to enjoy the comfort of a Thanksgiving meal. It serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of giving and sharing our abundant blessings with those in the SWAGÊÓƵ community, and in our community at large.

As we observe the Thanksgiving break this Thursday and Friday, I wish to convey my immeasurable appreciation to you. Specifically, immense gratitude for your contribution to the model of academic excellence that so effectively serves our cherished SWAGÊÓƵ students.

Kindly reflect on the many aspects of our individual lives for which we are so grateful, whether for our colleagues, love of family, the friendship of those closest to you, or the precious memories we hold dear.

It is truly an honor, a pleasure, and a privilege to serve as President of SWAGÊÓƵ. The university’s mission is unique in its gracious spirit of humanism, which embraces individuals and families from all walks of life, ensuring that each person is treated with dignity and respect. Your collective efforts are truly making a meaningful difference each and every day.

Thank you for your unwavering dedication to SWAGÊÓƵ, to our students, the communities of both Pomona, California, and Lebanon, Oregon, and for your ongoing contributions to the global healthcare community. Your commitment continues to inspire, and I am deeply grateful for all that you do.

Warmest Regards,
Robin