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Logan University is Committed to Helping Veterans Continue Their Mission

Posted on November 11, 2024November 11, 2024 in Careers in College of Chiropractic in College of Health Sciences in Leaders Made in Online Resources in Resources in Students in USAPP

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

Posted on November 8, 2024 in College of Health Sciences in Doctor of Education in Health Professions Education in Leaders Made in Resources

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

Posted on November 7, 2024 in Alumni in College of Health Sciences in Leaders Made in Master of Science in Strength & Conditioning in Tower Magazine

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

Posted on November 5, 2024 in College of Health Sciences in General in Master of Science in Applied Nutrition & Dietetics in Master of Science in Nutrition & Human Performance in Online Resources in Thought Leadership

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

Posted on October 30, 2024 in Alumni in Bachelor of Science in Human Biology in Careers in Doctor of Education in Health Professions Education in Leaders Made in Master of Science in Nutrition & Human Performance in Master of Science in Strength & Conditioning in Students

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,” …

Challenge Accepted: The Journey of Dr. Alexjandro Daviano

Posted on October 17, 2024October 16, 2024 in Careers in College of Health Sciences in Healthcare in Master of Science in Health Informatics

The career path of Alexjandro Daviano, DN, DO, DrPH, MSDS, MPH is a testament to his persistence and willingness to embrace change. Starting his academic journey in civil engineering, Dr. Daviano quickly realized that it wasn’t the right fit for him. Having already earned EMT and paramedic certifications, he decided to pivot toward healthcare, a field he had only dabbled in. Working as a paramedic with a fire department in Washington, D.C., spurred his interest. “I decided to jump in and gain more experience, so I joined the United States Air Force,” he said. “During this time, I worked to …

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