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Logan University Brings Symposium 2025 Back to Campus

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Chiropractors and health science professionals are invited back to Logan University’s campus this spring for the Symposium 2025. Taking place May 1 to May 3, this year’s Symposium offers engaging learning opportunities, exciting social events and the chance to connect with peers and industry professionals. This is the university’s tenth year hosting Symposium. “We are thrilled to welcome attendees back on campus for Logan’s Symposium 2025,” said Amber Henry, M.Ed, Ed.S., Ed.D., Logan’s director of continuing education. “This year’s event offers the opportunity to experience our beautiful campus while engaging with exceptional speakers. We have a wide variety of topics …

Beyond the Sidelines with Logan Alumna

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Allie Foddrill, DC (’24), first considered becoming a chiropractor because of her experience as a patient. As a multi-sport high school athlete, she wanted to be at the top of her game so she started visiting the chiropractor to prevent injuries. Encouraged by her chiropractor, she visited several chiropractic schools and quickly realized it was her calling. Dr. Foddrill chose Logan University’s Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) program for its balanced approach to education, blending traditional chiropractic principles with modern, evidence-based techniques. “When visiting chiropractic schools, Logan stood out for its beautiful balance of older and newer philosophies and techniques,” Dr. …

From Military Roots to Chiropractic Care: A Journey of Holistic Healing

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Growing up in Missouri, Amanda Scipho, DC (’17), MS (’17) always had a sense of purpose shaped by family and service. Her father served in the United States Navy and then settled the family in Missouri, after living in California. “The inspiration behind my decision to become a chiropractor comes from a deeply personal place,” said Dr. Scipho. “Having witnessed my dad’s struggle with chronic pain, I knew I wanted to find a solution without drugs and surgery. I have always been drawn to a more holistic approach, and I knew I had a place in the medical model with …

17th Annual Joseph W. Howe Oration in Diagnostic Imaging: Real Life Radiology

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Logan University’s annual Joseph W. Howe Oration in Diagnostic Imaging seeks to highlight the important contributions and work being done within the field of radiology. This year marked the 17th edition of this industry-leading event, which attracted a substantial audience both in person and online. Norman Kettner, DC, DACBR, FICC, Dean of Research and Emeritus Professor of the Department of Radiology hosted and moderated the oration. The keynote speaker was Alicia M. Yochum, RN, DC (’11), DACBR, rMSK. Dr. Yochum completed her Doctor of Chiropractic at Logan, in addition to an imaging residency and a fellowship in musculoskeletal advanced imaging. …

From New Zealand Rugby Field to California Classroom: Johnathan Ploke

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This is a story from The Tower – Volume 2, 2024.  At 8 a.m. CDT when many members of the Logan University community were just starting their day, Johnathan Ploke, MS (’24) was wrapping his up as a Master of Science in Strength & Conditioning (MS-SC) student in New Zealand. Johnathan’s academic journey began at California State University, Chico, where he earned bachelor’s degrees in kinesiology and human physiology. After graduating he worked as a personal trainer but wanted additional qualifications to advance his career. He discovered Logan’s one-year, 100 percent online MS-SC program. The program appealed to Johnathan because …

Logan University Hosts Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for the Carter | Eberline Administration Building

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Logan University celebrated the naming of the Carter | Eberline Administration Building with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and building tour on October 24, 2024. The newly remodeled building includes an updated lobby, library, bookstore and coffee area, and expanded student study areas and collaboration spaces. “The Carter | Eberline Administration Building represents much more than just the completion of renovations; it embodies our shared vision for the future of health sciences and chiropractic education,” said Logan President Clay McDonald, DC (’82), MBA, JD. “These enhancements are significant and thoughtfully designed to enhance our students’ experience and meet the evolving needs of …