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NORTHWESTERN HEALTH
SCIENCES UNIVERSITY
Alumni Resource Book
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Table of Contents
Welcome ........................................................................ 3
Office of Institutional Advancement………. ..................... 3
Alumni Association; Membership, Board……… .............. 4
Student Referrals ........................................................... 4
Career Services .............................................................. 5
Bookstore ....................................................................... 6
Edith Davis Herbal Dispensary ....................................... 7
Greenwalt Library .......................................................... 8
Additional Information .................................................. 9
Herbal Dispensary
Email, Bookstore
Key Card
Don’t Forget the Mission ............................................... 10
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As an alumnus of Northwestern Health Sciences University, you are an important part of our heritage and we
want to stay connected with you. This booklet outlines the different resources available to all of our alumni
and we invite you to connect with us for any questions you may have.
We also invite you to forward our mission by referring new students to the offerings of Northwestern Health
Sciences University. Referrals from our graduates are our best link to new students as they offer firsthand
knowledge of the value of our institution. You are in a unique position to share your experience and
perspective. Please contact the Admissions Department at 952-885-5409 or [email protected] for
more information.
Welcome
Institutional Advancement Department
The Northwestern Health Sciences University
Institutional Advancement Department is focused
on connecting with our alumnae through multiple
channels as well as advancing the mission of the
University through fundraising efforts.
Contact Us
2501 West 84th Street
Bloomington, MN 55431-1599
Phone: 952.888.4777 ext. 163
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.nwhealth.edu
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Alumni Association
The Alumni Associations of Northwestern are dedicated to providing a sense of continuing community and
belonging among Northwestern Alumni and with the University.
The associations exist to promote the profession and practice of the natural health care disciplines and to:
Create awareness about the University and our programs
Forward the legacy of the University by referring students
Support the University’s mission through our fundraising efforts
Leadership All boards and committees meet on a regular basis and are charged with forwarding the mission of the
University based upon our guiding pillars. For more information, please contact the Institutional
Advancement Office at [email protected].
Alumni Association Executive Committee
Membership of this committee consists of leaders from each of the individual program boards who come
together to identify universal awareness, fundraising and referral strategies.
Chiropractic Alumni Association Board
Massage Therapy Alumni Association Board
Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Alumni Association Board
Membership of these boards consist of alumni from each program who come together to identify individual
programs as well as universal awareness, fundraising and referral strategies.
Referrals
When you help new students reach their
professional goals, you also support the
continued importance of your profession.
ALL alumni are encouraged to share their
experiences as well as information with
prospective students. Please contact the
Admissions Department at 952-885-5409
or [email protected] for more
information.
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The Office of Career Services congratulates and supports you as you begin your journey to become a health care practitioner. Listed below are some of the resources that we offer to assist you with your future career plans and guide you on your road to success. Career Services will help you develop your career – we provide assistance in:
Practice Success Seminars
Better business management through (marketing, case management, finances, etc.)
Assessing the value of an associateship contract and negotiation of employment details.
Identifying practice opportunities – associateship, partnership, purchase, start-up.
Seeking employment opportunities through job fairs and direct contact with employers.
One-on-one consulting to help students and alumni make informed career choices. Assessing the value of a practice for purchase, negotiating the sale, and financing options.
Assessing demographic data to identify potential practice locations, including the use of Locus Chiropractic Location Specialists. Contact Career Services for login information.
Developing effective resumes and business plans.
Career Services Consultants:
Jerry Peterson with Practice Brokers Inc. and Peterson Health Equipment can provide assistance, guidance, and counseling for the 4 main career choices: Setting up a practice from scratch, buying/selling a practice, office share arrangements and associate positions. Jerry is available by appointment on Tuesdays from 10am to 4pm in the Career Services Office.
Kathy Mandel, J.D, Attorney at Law with Mandel Law Office, PA and Practice Brokers, Inc. provides legal assistance in the following areas: reviewing associate contract, designing and drafting office share agreement, setting up a new practice entity (LLC/S-corp), legal representation when buying or selling a practice, contract review, office lease negotiation, and assistance/guidance through financing process when buying or setting up a practice, overall career guidance. Kathy is available for appointments on Thursday mornings in the Career Services Office.
Melissa Kolb, DC, MKR Chiropractic Recruiting Find the “perfect fit”! Through resume writing to phone and in –person Interviews, Dr. Kolb assists you in securing the Associate Position that best aligns with your employment expectations. Dr. Kolb accepts appointments every Wednesday in the Career Services Office.
Practice Classifieds:
For employment listings, practices and equipment for sale, or space to lease, visit the Practice Classifieds area of our website. Go to www.nwhealth.edu/classifieds.
For more information or if you would like to set up an appointment with one of the Career Services
Consultants, please contact Jodi Santerre at 952-885-5405 or Lori Hanegraaf at 952-887-1388 in Student Affairs.
Career Services
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Bookstore
The bookstore is University owned and operated; all proceeds benefit your alma mater.
Resources:
Clinic Supplies Diagnostic Instruments Vitamins and other Nutritional Products Laminated Charts and Anatomical Models Reference Books College Sweatshirts, T-shirts and Hats Gift Items and More!
Services:
Products can be ordered/purchased online, over the telephone, or in the store .
Receive a 20 percent discount on Metagenics, Nutrition Dynamics, Standard Process, Biotics, Othomolecular products.
Other supplements are already marked at professional prices.
No additional charge for special orders. Accepted forms of payment are Cash, Personal
Check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express.
For featured products and information, visit the bookstore online at www. nwhealthbookstore.com
Contact Information:
Phone: (952) 885-5416 or (952) 888-4777, ext. 416 Fax: (952) 887-9011 Email: [email protected]
Hours
Monday: 8:00am — 4:00pm
Tuesday: 8:00am — 6:00pm
Wednesday: 8:00am — 4:00pm
Thursday: 8:00am — 6:00pm
Friday: 8:00am — 4:00pm
Saturday:* 12:30pm — 3:00pm
Sunday: Closed
*Call the bookstore or check online for
Saturday openings.
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Edith Davis Herbal Dispensary We maintain an inventory of more than 800 raw, powdered, and patent herbs and formulas. Prescriptions can be filled from any licensed acupuncturist.
Ordering herbs or formulas:
A written order from a licensed acupuncturist is required. Fax in your license if we do not have it on file. Submit your order by fax or email [email protected]. Phone orders are not accepted.
Orders are usually available same-day. You will receive a confirmation email when your order has been filled.
Prescriptions can be picked up or mailed for a small fee.
Contact:
Phone: 952-886-7568 Fax: 952-887-1396
Location:
Bloomington Natural Care Center 2501 W. 84th St., Bloomington, MN 55431 Enter door #1. The clinic is on your right.
Hours of Operation (hours may vary by trimester):
Monday 8:30am – 6:30pm Tuesday 8:30am – 9:00pm Wednesday 8:30am – 6:30pm Thursday 8:30am – 9:00pm Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm Saturday 9:00am – 12:30pm
Prescription Pick-Up Hours:
Monday 7:00am – 6:30pm Tuesday 7:00am – 9:00pm Wednesday 7:00am – 6:30pm Thursday 7:00am – 9:00pm Friday 7:00am – 6:30pm Saturday Closed
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Greenwalt Library
Resources
Books, ejournals, DVDs, study areas, photocopiers (a fee applies) and 51 networked computers with printers are all available for use by NWHSU alumni. You may also access the following databases from off-campus:
PubMed (free version of Medline) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/ BioMed Central (open access publisher of peer-reviewed, biomedical research)
http://www.biomedcentral.com PubMed Central (The U.S. National Library of Medicine's digital archive of life sciences
journal literature - free and unrestricted): http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/
Index to Chiropractic Literature (Indexes the peer-reviewed chiropractic journals): http://www.chiroindex.org/
Services
Research assistance and instruction on library resources and online databases are available onsite
Literature searches, interlibrary loans, and journal articles are provided for a fee DVDs must be borrowed in person but can be returned via mail
Procedure
Alumni are welcome to use the library’s resources and borrow materials by registering with a government-issued ID at the library information desk.
Contact Information
Phone: (952) 885-5419 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.nwhealth.edu/library/
Hours Monday – Thursday: 7:30am – 11:00pm Friday: 7:30am – 7:00pm Saturday: 10:00am – 6:00pm Sunday: 9:00am – 10:00pm
*Hours may vary during the finals schedule and school breaks
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Additional Information
Continuing Education
The Continuing Education Department provides diverse educational opportunities designed to assist you in the advancement of your knowledge and skills as a natural health care provider. Recent graduates may receive up to 50% off the cost of seminars for 12 months from the date of graduation (exemptions include cosponsored programs and online learning).
We offer a variety of educational choices:
Online, DVD and webinars.
Live seminars in various locations around the country. Annual Conferences: Annual License Renewal, Homecoming, Health and Wellness Symposium
and Banff Ski Seminar. Board Certification preparation and certificate programs.
As an alumnus, you will receive the Continuing Education Catalog, a quarterly publication that lists upcoming seminars, in addition to brochures, flyers and email notices about individual seminars.
For current information or questions about upcoming seminars, visit the Continuing Education section of our website at www.nwhealth.edu or call us at (952) 885-5446.
You may continue using your Northwestern email account indefinitely. To keep your Northwestern email address active, you will need to log into your account on a monthly basis. If you choose to continue using your Northwestern email account, you will be subject to the same acceptable use policy as current students and employees.
Key Card Access
Your student key card is automatically de-activated upon graduation; however, you may choose to have your key card reactivated at no charge if you retained your original key card. If you turned in your key card prior to graduation, misplaced or lost your key card, you may purchase a new key card for $10.00.
To reactivate your key card or to purchase a new key card, stop by the Institutional Advancement Office (Room 36) at (952/800) 888-4777 ext. 163.
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Don’t Forget Our Mission
Our Mission
Northwestern Health Sciences University prepares the next generation of health care professionals to deliver and advance health care .
Our Vision
We are a premier health sciences university creating a healthier world.
Live, Learn, Serve Healthy!
Our Values
Accountability Innovation
Collaboration Respect
Excellence Service
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