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From South Side Skeptic to Global Lifestyle Architect: The Transformative Journey of Dr. Glenn T. Miller

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Born and raised on the South Side of Chicago, Glenn Miller’s, DC (’19), path to becoming a wellness expert was far from predictable. His childhood was marked by frequent illnesses, fostering skepticism toward health care. However, Logan’s Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) program changed the trajectory of his life. After attending Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville. Dr. Miller transferred to Logan University in 2011, where he received his Bachelor of Science in Life Science before earning his Doctor of Chiropractic degree. Balancing two jobs while pursuing his degree, he had the added responsibility of impending fatherhood. The will to be a role model …

DC Student Competes in IBTF World Baton Twirling Competition

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From back pain to baton twirling, Miranda Proctor, trimester 2 Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) student, keeps herself busy. Miranda is competing in the IBTF World Baton Twirling Competition in England August 4-13. “It’s been a bit of a hectic schedule,” laughed Miranda. “In past years, I’d spend all day in the gym practicing. But with classes, homework and studying, I have had to time manage a lot differently.” This will be Miranda’s fourth time attending Worlds for baton twirling. She will be competing in three events: Elite 2 Baton, an event with two batons, Elite 3 Baton, an event with …

East Central College Faculty Advance Their Teaching Skills with Logan’s Doctor of Education in Health Professions Education

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Nancy Mitchell, MSN, RN is the director of nursing and dean of health science at East Central College (ECC) in Union, Missouri. Nancy attended ECC for her associate degree before earning her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Central Methodist University and her master’s in nursing from Maryville University. She came back to ECC as a full-time nursing instructor, a position she held for more than 15 years, until she was promoted to her current position. Nancy has mentored many students while teaching at ECC, including Brittany Clark, MSN, RN. Brittany came to ECC in 2012 to obtain her associate degree …

A Toast to Teaching: Drs. Hillgartner, Gutweiler, Cranwell Celebrate Combined 145 Years at Logan

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Three College of Chiropractic faculty members recently celebrated a combined 145 years of teaching at Logan University: Roy Hillgartner, DC (’69), instructor; John Gutweiler, PhD, professor; and Richard Cranwell, DC (’76), MS, DACBN, professor. After decades of dedication, each educator has made his mark on the university. Dr. Cranwell—who is celebrating 46 years of teaching this April—has developed numerous courses for Logan, including static palpation, motion palpation, extremity adjusting and case management. Applying what he learned during a one-year internship with Clarence Gonstead, DC in 1976, he also founded Logan’s introductory and advanced Gonstead method courses, which he continues to …

Lifelong Athlete Fuels Passion for Sports Science with Logan’s Strength & Conditioning Degree

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Master of Science in Strength and Conditioning (MS-SC) student Logan Radik’s interest in sports science began during his time as a collegiate wrestler at Maryville University in Chesterfield, Missouri. After he graduated, he wanted to keep competing in some type of sport. “I stumbled upon the USA Bobsled Combine and decided to try out for the team,” Logan said. “I needed to train in order to do so, and my strength coach from Maryville agreed to train me. It was during this time that I really fell in love with the science of working out.” Logan decided he wanted to …

Hip-Hip Hurray! National Nutrition Month is Here

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Celebrating 2023 National Nutrition Month | March 1 to March 31, 2023 March is National Nutrition Month®, an annual nutrition education and information campaign led by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The campaign brings attention to the importance of informed food choices and developing healthful eating and physical activity habits. This year’s theme, Fuel for the Future, highlights the importance of fueling our bodies at every age and eating with sustainability in mind. Sustainable eating is choosing foods that are helpful for the planet and our bodies. Celebrate National Nutrition Month on campus with Logan Garden Club and MS-AND Students …