Logan at a Glance
Logan graduates employ a holistic approach to health and wellness to meet the demand for less-invasive, lower-cost treatments and comprehensive care and lead the integrated health care industry. Through an innovative, outcome-based academic curriculum that emphasizes evidence-informed care, diverse clinical immersion opportunities, emerging technology and proved practices, Logan University graduates are trained, confident and prepared for the future.
ABOUT LOGAN
History & Campus
- Founded in 1935
- Moved to current campus in 1973
- Located on 112 acres in Chesterfield, MO
- Mascot: Logan the Leopard
- School colors: Blue and white
ABOUT LOGAN
Students
(IPEDS Federal Reporting)
- 1,735 students
- 921 Doctor of Chiropractic students
- 55 Doctoral students
- 449 Master of Science students
- 310 Undergraduate students
- 90 International students (including online)
- 44.1% Male | 55.9% Female
(Fall 2022)
A Message from the President
At Logan, our students are taught the principles of patient-centered health care. Our students, faculty and clinicians are challenged to improve patients’ health while making the health care system better for all patients.
When we assume this leadership role, the patient will benefit. As a leader in integrated health care, we ensure patients receive evidence-informed, whole-person care. We restore function, alleviate pain, promote wellness and provide patients with improved quality of life. That’s the Logan difference.
We invite you to explore our academic programs, which range from our undergraduate offerings to our flagship Doctor of Chiropractic degree program, Doctorate of Health Professions Education, our innovative Master of Science degree programs and our Bachelor’s degree programs.
Discover life at Logan beyond the classroom. Our hands-on clinical instruction and collaborative training model places our students in real-world settings—trained to treat patients, work with health care partners and not-for-profit service organizations and lead an integrated health care system. Off campus, you’ll enjoy Chesterfield’s vibrant arts and parks and you’ll be minutes from downtown St. Louis attractions.
I invite you to visit campus today—I am confident you will see the Logan difference.
Best wishes,
Clay McDonald, DC, MBA, JD
President, Logan University
About Dr. McDonald
Clay McDonald, DC, MBA, JD became the seventh President of Logan University in March 2013. Dr. McDonald has more than 20 years of experience as a Senior Administrator at chiropractic institutions and 30 years as a successful Chiropractic Practitioner. After graduating from Logan with his chiropractic degree in August 1982, Dr. McDonald spent eight years in Eureka, Mont., where he co-owned a multidisciplinary clinic that linked medical, chiropractic, physical therapy and mental health. Dr. McDonald earned his Master of Business Administration degree with an emphasis in Healthcare Administration from St. Ambrose University in 1997. He received his Juris Doctorate in 2001 from Valparaiso University School of Law with a Healthcare and Elder Law Certificate and Alternative Dispute Resolution Certificate.
Dr. McDonald has participated in numerous accreditation activities through the Council on Chiropractic Education and was a CCE board/council member from 2005 to 2013. Currently, Dr. McDonald serves on the executive committee of the Association of Chiropractic Colleges and is a board member for the Spine Institute for Quality.
ABOUT LOGAN
Meet the President’s Cabinet
Garrett Thompson, DC, PhD
President
Category:
- Board of Trustees
- Presidency
- President's Cabinet
Garrett Thompson, DC, PhD
President
Adil Khan, MBA, CPA, CSBO
Chief Financial Officer; VP of Administrative Services
Category:
- Academic Technology Services
- Compliance & Diversity
- Finance
- General Support Services
- Information Technology
- Physical Plant
- President's Cabinet
- Security
Adil Khan, MBA, CPA, CSBO
Chief Financial Officer; VP of Administrative Services
Theresa Fleck, EdD, CFRE, CAE, CNP
Vice President for Institutional Advancement and Admissions
Category:
- Admissions
- Alumni Development
- Alumni Relations/Postgrad/Symposium
- Institutional Advancement
- Marketing and Communications
- President's Cabinet
- Purser Center
Theresa Fleck, EdD, CFRE, CAE, CNP
Vice President for Institutional Advancement and Admissions
Nichole Nichols, MA, PHR
Vice President of Human Resources, Learning & Institutional Effectiveness
Category:
- Human Resources
- President's Cabinet
Nichole Nichols, MA, PHR
Vice President of Human Resources, Learning & Institutional Effectiveness
Historical Timeline
On September 1, 1935, Logan College of Chiropractic Inc. is founded with an initial enrollment of seven students. Dr. H.B. Logan (pictured above) serves as the College’s first president until 1944. The College’s original location was at 4490 Lindell Boulevard in St. Louis’ Central West End.
By October 1936, Logan had outgrown the Lindell campus and moves to a 17-acre estate on November 6 at 7701 Florissant Road in Normandy, Mo.
Drs. H.B. and Vinton Logan (front row center) pose with Logan’s first graduating class of eight on Logan’s Normandy campus in north St. Louis County.
In 1944, Dr. H. B. Logan passes away suddenly and his son, Dr. Vinton F. Logan (pictured above), becomes the College’s second president. Under Dr. Vinton’s presidency, a planned group of modern structures for use as clinician buildings were added to the campus.
Carver College of Chiropractic of Oklahoma City (pictured above) merges with Logan Basic College of Chiropractic. Dr. Willard Carver, one of the great pioneers of the chiropractic profession, had founded Carver College of Chiropractic in 1906.
In July 1961, Dr. Vinton Logan passes away and Dr. William Coggins (pictured above), previously Logan’s Dean, becomes the College’s third President.
Missouri Chiropractic College (pictured above) merges with Logan Basic College of Chiropractic. The merged schools become known as Logan College of Chiropractic.
In anticipation of future growth, Logan’s administration and Board of Trustees began to evaluate the adequacy of the College campus and the decision was made to search for a new campus site. In 1972, Logan acquired the buildings and grounds of the former Maryknoll Junior Seminary. The 112-acre campus in Chesterfield, Mo., was purchased for $1.8 million.
In June 1973, Logan moves to the current campus in Chesterfield, Mo., a western suburb of St. Louis.
After nearly 40 years of association with Logan, President Dr. William Coggins announces his retirement. The Board of Trustees select Dr. M.T. Morter to serve as president.
Dr. Beatrice Hagen begins her presidency on December 6, 1980 and serves through 1992.
In June, the Montgomery Health Center opens on the Logan campus. The clinic is named for Logan’s first Chief of Staff, longtime anatomy instructor and alumnus Dr. Dale C. Montgomery.
In June 1986, groundbreaking begins for a second building on the campus, the Science and Research Center. The 30,000-square foot building opens in October 1987.
Dr. George A. Goodman, a 1968 Logan graduate, becomes the College’s sixth president in January. Dr. Goodman had more than 20 years of experience as a Doctor of Chiropractic and educator and had been Logan’s Vice President of Chiropractic Affairs since 1982. Dr. Goodman will continue to serve Logan for an additional 20 years as President.
In June, Logan pays off its debt on the Science and Research Center and once again becomes debt-free.
In October, the William D. Harris, DC Sports and Wellness Center opens on campus.
In April, the newly renovated Learning Resources Center (LRC) opens. The renovation of the former Maryknoll chapel transforms the library into a modern learning facility while retaining its visually striking historical elements.
In April 2007, the 47,000-square foot William D. Purser DC Center opens. This was the largest capital improvement project in this history of Logan at $22.7 million. The project also includes the construction of a second campus entrance and a new central plaza area with a fountain. The Purser Center hosts a variety of events including Logan graduations.
In November 2007, the campus’ old gymnasium is demolished in order to build the Standard Process® Student Center. The $3.6 million, privately-funded project is completed in June 2008. The 6,500-square foot facility includes a student center with both recreation and relaxation areas, Student Affairs offices, meeting rooms and Charlie’s Grab n’ Go.
Logan celebrates its 75th Anniversary and breaks ground in November 2010 for a new $4.9 million, three-story Educational Wing. The new 13,000-square foot addition to the Administration Center houses the Assessment Center, Admissions and Financial Aid departments and a 133-seat classroom.
On June 14, 2013, Clay McDonald, DC, MBA, JD, a 1982 Logan alumnus, is inaugurated as the seventh President of Logan University. During his inaugural remarks, Dr. McDonald spoke of his vision to position Logan and its graduates at the forefront of integrated health care.
Logan introduces two new online programs, the Doctorate of Health Professions Education and Master of Science in Health Informatics, and gains accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission.
Logan the Leopard, the new face of the Logan community, was introduced at the University’s inaugural Founder’s Day event.
Logan debuts the Leaders Made platform, a rallying cry to communicate how Logan provides students superior training, giving them confidence to be the health care leaders of tomorrow.