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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 …

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,” …

Pioneering Chiropractor, MS-CP Student Brings Chiropractic Pediatrics to The Philippines

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This is a story from The Tower – Volume 2, 2024.  In a family full of cardiologists, healthcare and healing are all Martin Camara, DC, ICSC has ever known. Growing up in the Philippines, he planned to follow in his family’s footsteps as a medical specialist. “I took the pre-med route, but I was looking for a field that really specialized in the entire body,” Dr. Camara said. He first learned about chiropractic over a phone call with his brother, who was completing a cardiology residency in America. He told him about doctors called chiropractors. “This was in the late …

Logan University Announces PA Program

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As a leader in integrated healthcare education, Logan University announces a Master of Science in Physician Assistant/Associate (PA) program, expanding its College of Health Sciences degree offerings. The program – which is scheduled to start in January 2026 – hopes to educate students to become competent, caring PAs who practice evidence-based medicine, exhibit cultural sensitivity, demonstrate effective leadership and are devoted to whole healthcare. Logan University President Clay McDonald, DC (’82), MBA, JD said launching the PA program is the next step in Logan’s goal of becoming a premier whole health university. “Our PA program is unique because of its …

Gabriel Valdes’ Journey from Caguas to Chiropractic

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Gabriel Valdes has come a long way in pursuit of his dream. Originally from Caguas, Puerto Rico, Gabriel graduated from Colegio Católico Notre Dame and later earned a bachelor’s degree in biology from Universidad Ana G. Méndez, Recinto de Gurabo. He moved to the United States in August 2021. With a passion for healthcare, Gabriel found an interest in chiropractic. Although he considered several different schools, Gabriel chose Logan University for its strong academic programs and exceptional student support. “The support Logan’s faculty and staff provide is amazing,” Gabriel said. “They’re always there to help, and that made the decision …

From Classroom to Clinic: My Journey as a Student Dietitian

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By Ryleigh Scott, MS-AND student. Starting the journey towards becoming a dietitian has been one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences of my life. As a student in Logan University’s Master of Science in Applied Nutrition and Dietetics (MS-AND) program, I’ve had the unique opportunity to dive deep into the world of nutrition, balancing rigorous coursework with hands-on clinical rotations. My adventure into the world of nutrition began as a Division 1 student-athlete playing softball at Purdue University. Between juggling the demands of softball and working towards a degree in food science with a minor in nutrition, I began …