During Veterans Day, citizens across the country recognized the past and continued efforts of active-duty military members and veterans who have proudly served in the United States Armed Forces. At the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW), 21% of the student population are military affiliated, giving the institution the responsibility and privilege of serving our nation’s heroes who now call UIW home.
On Saturday, Nov. 9, UIW’s School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIWSOM), in collaboration with the UIWSOM chapter of the Gold Humanism Honor Society, hosted the inaugural Humanities in Healthcare Symposium. This first-time event welcomed approximately 70 community members and guests to hear from a variety of speakers as they discussed healthcare related topics such as professionalism, ethics, spirituality and humanism.
On Thursday, Nov. 7, UIW continued its long history of hosting the annual Diwali celebration in the UIW Rosenberg Sky Room. Diwali, or Festival of Lights, is celebrated by millions of people around the world. The South Asian holiday is often commemorated through festivals in recognition of new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil, and light over darkness.