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Bastyr University Gears Up for 13th Annual "Haunted Trails"

Jack-o'-lanternsTuesday, October 4, 2011

The Halloween festivities, which are fun for the whole family and for a good cause, takes place Fridays and Saturdays, October 14-15 and 21–22, 2011.

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Bastyr Launches Childhood Obesity Prevention Pilot Program

Graphic art of apple core logoFriday, August 19, 2011

Bastyr University and Premera Blue Cross today announced the launch of an innovative pilot program aimed at preventing or reversing childhood obesity.

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Bastyr University Selects New Southern California Campus Location

Photo of Bastyr University's new San Diego campus facility.Friday, August 12, 2011

San Diego is the choice for University's second campus

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Bastyr University Blooms for 13th Annual Herb and Food Fair

student vendors pose at herb and food fairFriday, May 27, 2011

Event to focus on “Growing Healthy Families”

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Bastyr University to Host "Human Library" Event

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Innovative diversity training for future health professionals

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Bastyr University's Spring Luncheon to Serve, Educate and Aid

Graphic art of blueberries and spring luncheon logoWednesday, May 18, 2011

Bastyr University supporters are reaching out to those in need this year with their attendance at the University's annual Spring Luncheon, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 25, at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel in downtown Seattle.

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James Donaldson to Speak at Bastyr University Commencement

Picture of James DonaldsonFriday, April 29, 2011

Bastyr University is pleased to announce James L. Donaldson III as the principal speaker at the school's 30th annual spring commencement exercises at Benaroya Hall at 1 p.m. Monday, June 20, 2011.

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Penny Simkin to Receive Honorary Degree from Bastyr University

Photograph of Penny SimkinTuesday, April 26, 2011

The mother of modern childbirth education to be honored June 20.

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Bastyr Offers Four Days of Free Classes to Honor HerbDay

HerbDay LogoWednesday, April 20, 2011

Sixth Annual National Celebration Aims to Raise Awareness About Herbs

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Bastyr Creates New Cancer Patient Assistance Program

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Donation from Cleavage Creek Cellars will help fund patient participation

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Events

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May 30 Admissions

Interested in the field of natural health? Come and talk with our faculty, current students, and admissions representatives, and get an insiders view into Bastyr University.
May 31 Admissions

Come and spend a day at Bastyr and explore the master of science in nutrition program!
May 31 Admissions

Come and spend a day at Bastyr and explore the naturopathic medicine program!

Recent News

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Students and alumni share their stories in this video highlighting Bastyr's bachelor degree programs, and what it's like to be a student in a tight-knit community.

The Seattle Mariners are leaders in using acupuncture and integrative medicine in professional sports, as two students learned during a week with the team.

A high-performance diet gave Ellen Freeman energy but not health. Discovering whole foods let her shine at Olympic trials and at Bastyr.

In the Media

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Yahoo Total Travel : Bastyr University's Dr. Karen Hurley Shares Natural Remedies for Travel Ailments
May 14, 2013
San Diego Business Journal: Bastyr University's Dr. Ryan Bradley Appointed Associate Director of Bastyr University Research Institute
April 30, 2013
Q13 FOX News: Bastyr University's Dr. Jamie Corroon Discusses How Lack of Sleep Can Result in Weight Gain
April 26, 2013

Health Tips

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If you do one thing to teach your children healthy eating habits, eat together as a family.

You can make your own bug sprays with herbs, vinegar and soap.

Proper nutrition can keep active children nourished and healthy — and even give them an athletic advantage. The key to peak performance is whole foods.

Chewing, slowing down, adding bitter foods and paying attention to your habits can help with common digestive problems.