Groundbreaking for Alice L. Walton School of Medicine in Bentonville

April 1, 2023

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Groundbreaking for Alice L. Walton School of Medicine in Bentonville

Polk Stanley Wilcox and OSD

Walmart heir and philanthropist Alice Walton celebrated with local providers, construction crews, and stakeholders at the groundbreaking for the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (AWSOM) in Bentonville.

  • Mission-driven: AWSOM will offer a 4-year medical degree focusing on the humanities, arts and health and wellness, in order to provide better health outcomes and quality care.
  • What's in a name?: Walton may not have been a fan of the name for the school, but she does love the acronym "AWSOM".

Learn more about the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine here.

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