Historic Beginnings

Yuin University was founded on March 1, 1981 by Henry Yu, Ph.D. in the city of Baldwin Park, California. The grand opening was held on December 5, 1981 with the mayor of the city of Baldwin Park. Over 200 Baldwin Park residents were in attendance including Miss Baldwin Park. In September of 1981, Yuin University received its full authorization from the Califormia State Department of Public Instruction for its graduate and undergraduate degree programs. In October 1982, Yuin University received Acupuncture Vocational Certificate course approval from the California State Department of Public Instruction. In May 1983, the school became affiliated with The National Council of Acupuncture Schools and Colleges, an Acupuncture Accreditation Association heading toward Federal Government recognition. The University voluntarily withdrew membership in 1985.