Pauline Weiss Pumerantz Memorial Award

GRADUATE AWARD
This award commemorates Pauline Weiss Pumerantz, the mother of WesternU Founding President Philip Pumerantz, and his very first teacher. He attributed all of his life’s accomplishments to her and carried her philosophy of caring and compassion with him always.

This award is presented to a graduating COMP student for best demonstrating a full commitment to striving for excellence in education and a desire to become an osteopathic physician who will be a role model for future generations of students.

Please limit your applications to a maximum of three Graduate Awards and three Honors & Recognition Awards. Applications exceeding these limits will not be considered.

Prohibition of AI-Generated Content
To maintain academic integrity and ensure the authenticity of work, the use of generative artificial intelligence tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Grammarly GO, Bard, or similar) to produce, rewrite, or substantially edit content in submissions is strictly prohibited. All submitted work must reflect the student’s own original thinking, analysis, and expression. Any use of AI-generated material will be considered a violation of academic honesty policies and may result in disqualification of award application.

Award amounts granted may vary each year depending on available funding.

Notice of Non-discrimination
In accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, Western University of Health Sciences (Western U) is committed to ensuring a campus community free from unlawful discrimination. Western U strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination in all its programs, activities, admissions, and employment. This policy applies to all aspects of the university, including education programs, employment, admissions, and any other Western U activities