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December 2020 Postgraduate Programs

Posted on December 3, 2020 in Alumni in Community & Events in Healthcare in Online Resources

Committed to our graduates’ ongoing development, Logan University’s Postgraduate Department offers a variety of engaging, affordable and applicable continuing education programs. Please see below for upcoming programs in December 2020. For more information or to register, visit www.logan.edu/post-grad or contact the Postgraduate Department at postgrad@logan.edu or 800-842-3234. On-Campus Holistic Family Practice December 12-13 Instructor: Mackenzie McNamara, DC 100 Hour Basic Acupuncture Certification Course December 12-13 Instructor: Nicholas J. Gatto, DC, Dipl.Ac *Note: This course meets every month through May 2021. On-Demand Radiology for the Non-Radiologist | The Lumbar Spine On-Demand through December 17 Instructor: Beverly Harger, DC, DACBR Women’s Health …

Breaking Through Writer’s Block

Posted on October 29, 2020October 29, 2020 in Online Resources in Students

By Josh Hutchison, PhD, director of Logan’s Writing Center Logan University Student Affairs presents strategies for getting unstuck: 1. WIRMI. Many people already use this technique but might not know there’s a name for it. You might think of it as “self-talking” or “breaking it down.” WIRMI stands for “What I really mean is,” and how you do it is straightforward: you forget about phrasing things nicely, you forget about citation and incorporating sources, you forget about your potential audience and logical organization and just write what you want to say but can’t seem to put right. If you find …

#MadeForMidterms: Top 10 Test Taking Tips

Posted on October 22, 2020October 22, 2020 in Online Resources in Resources in Students

By Stacia Rosen, Academic Success Coach Midterms can tend to be scary and overwhelming (#truth). But, with these 10 test taking tips, you’ll be ready to tackle any exam thrown at you. Get ready to be #MadeForMidterms! Before the Test REVIEW Compile main ideas/topics on one page for easy review. Use flashcards or an app and repeat those concepts you may have difficulty remembering. Create a practice test. Take advantage of your instructor’s office hours for any content specific questions. Avoid cramming the night before the exam. BRAIN BREAK Take a break to exercise, read, or spend time with your …

Sallie Mae Webinar on “Paying for Graduate School”

Posted on October 19, 2020 in Online Resources in Resources in Students

Logan Graduate Students: Sallie Mae, an education loan provider, is offering a live “Paying for Graduate School” webinar on select days in October and November. Graduate students and their families can learn how graduate school is financed, whether FAFSA might help, and if scholarships and other opportunities are available. The webinar will highlight the differences between the Federal Grad PLUS Loan and private student loan programs, and focus on encouraging responsible borrowing while helping students find the right solutions to help pay for their education. Wednesday, October 21 | 1pm-2pm ET Register Now Thursday, October 22 | 4pm-5pm ET Register …

Online Classes Offer Flexibility, Convenience and Hours of Preparation

Posted on October 5, 2020October 5, 2020 in College of Chiropractic in College of Health Sciences in General in Online Resources

Logan University is no stranger to virtual learning. For years, we’ve offered entire degree programs completely online within the College of Health Sciences. Students are able to further their education on their time, from the comfort of their home, no matter what country, continent or time zone they are in. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, students and teachers across the globe were thrown into virtual learning with only a moment’s notice. For some, like Professor Patrick Montgomery, DC, MS, FASA, the transition was fairly smooth. “I’ve taught online classes before, so I had a pretty good handle on …

Staying Active at Home

Posted on July 13, 2020July 9, 2020 in Online Resources

By Laura Arnett, Testing Center Coordinator & Madeline Heinrich, Academic Success Records Coordinator We all know physical activity can help us stay fit, but what else can it do? Well, surprisingly, A LOT! Switching to online classes has changed our level of energy as well as our daily habits and routine. While we may think taking classes online is not much of a change, it really is. Walking across a room to your iPad and books is much different than getting in your car and driving to school, walking across campus, dropping kids off at daycare or even going to …