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Logan University Nutrition Students Gain Real-World Experience at Food Outreach

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Proper nutrition can make a world of difference. Food Outreach, a nonprofit organization in the metro St. Louis region, provides nutritional support to individuals living with HIV/AIDS or cancer through dietetic counseling, educational resources and nutritious meal services. For the past five years, Logan University’s Masters in Nutrition program has partnered with Food Outreach as part of the master’s program’s 30-week in-person supervised experiential learning (SEL) requirement. Under the guidance of registered dietitians like Rachel Kleinman, MS, RDN, LDN, CDCES, and Taylor Aarns, MS, RD, LD at Food Outreach, MS-AND students gain firsthand experience in patient care. “The nutrition assessments …

Logan University is Committed to Helping Veterans Continue Their Mission

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At Logan University, our academic programs center on a foundational value held by most veterans: service to others. Since opening in the 1930s, there have been hundreds of veterans who have graduated from Logan University and have used that education to better the world. Logan’s degree programs are ideal for active military, recently discharged veterans, and others who are interested in transitioning from one phase of life to the next. There are several reasons why our programs are so appealing to those who are looking to chart a new path forward: Ample Flexibility. Most College of Health Sciences (CoHS) programs …

Dr. Angelita Howard’s Approach to Diversity, Equity, and Leadership in Education

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Combining her passions for teaching and diversity training, Angelita Howard, Ed.D., MBA-PM joined Logan University’s faculty in 2017 to teach two important courses in the university’s Doctor of Education in Health Professions Education (Ed.D.) program: Diversity in Education and Leadership. “The courses I teach are incredibly important for students as they dig deeper and understand how to become more authentic leaders,” she says. For Dr. Howard, authentic leadership is about more than titles. It requires building meaningful relationships with everyone involved in an organization—whether faculty, custodians or social media managers. “Your title means nothing if you don’t have everyone else …

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 …

Emerging Trends in Nutrition and Dietetics

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One of the most significant nutrition trends today is personalized nutrition. This approach involves tailoring dietary recommendations to individual needs based on genetic, metabolic and lifestyle factors. Nutrition experts use data from nutrition trends reports and advanced technologies to provide nutrition advice that is highly specific to each person. The goal is to enhance overall health and address specific health issues more effectively. Personalized nutrition takes into account unique food choices, preferences and nutritional requirements, making it a transformative trend in the field of dietetics. Plant-Based Diets: A Shift Towards Sustainable Eating Another major diet trend gaining momentum is the …

Degrees & Dreams: How Austin Kuennen’s Education Paved His Path to the Pros

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Between treating MLB players, running a private practice and working on master’s programs, Austin Kuennen, RDN, MS (’23) has become a pro at time management. Originally from St. Louis, MO, the 2017 graduate from Lindbergh High School enrolled in the University of Arkansas’ exercise science program with plans to work in healthcare. His interest in healthcare developed as a child watching his mom, Laura Kuennen, serve various roles at Logan University. “I love sports and grew up alongside the healthcare industry, so I thought exercise science would be a great middle-ground to prepare me for a career in this field,” …