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Charting a Confident Career Path: How Logan University’s Mentoring Program Supports Future Healthcare Leaders

For undergraduate students exploring careers in science and healthcare, knowing what path to pursue—and how to get there—can be daunting. At Logan University, a faculty-led mentoring program is helping students gain clarity, confidence, and direction through one-on-one guidance from experienced professionals. Designed for students enrolled in Logan’s undergraduate degree programs, the mentoring initiative allows students to select a faculty mentor who aligns with their interests and career goals. Whether students are pursuing pre-chiropractic studies or following the broader biology track, the program creates a space for reflection, exploration, and strategic planning. “Mentoring allows students to build a relationship with faculty,” …

Doctoral Student Pursues Dreams in Nutrition Education

Jennifer Kipe, MS (’24) never imagined a job recommendation would lead to pursuing a doctorate in education. But while working towards a master’s degree in Family and Consumer Science (FCS), Jennifer discovered a passion for nutrition and began her journey at Logan University. “We discussed nutrition in a few of my FCS classes, and after graduation, I wanted to learn more,” Jennifer said. “I needed an online program because I was teaching high school, and my research led me to Logan’s Master of Science in Nutrition and Human Performance (MSNHP) program—I immediately fell in love.” The flexibility of the online …

Balancing Science, Teaching and Life: Meet Dr. Kristin Ondrak

Kristin Ondrak, MS, Ph.D. has always been drawn to the science of movement. From her early days in a small Pennsylvania town to her current home on the coast of North Carolina, her passion has taken her through research labs, lecture halls and even cross country. With a Bachelor’s degree in Health and Exercise Science from Wake Forest University, a Master’s degree in Kinesiology from Arizona State University, and a PhD in Human Movement Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Dr. Ondrak has built an academic foundation rooted in understanding how the body works and how …

Air Force Veteran, Bachelor Graduate Prepares for Career in Healthcare

While serving as a medic for the United States Air Force in Alaska, Brittney Lovitt wasn’t sure where she’d be in a year. She was certain, however, that she wanted to become a doctor and needed an online, flexible bachelor’s program to help her get there. “I wanted a program that met the prerequisites for medical school and found Logan University’s bachelor’s programs among the top-rated recommendations,” Brittney said. “I liked that the classes were geared towards healthcare.” She enrolled in Logan’s online Bachelor of Science in Human Biology program in 2020, completing courses while living in Alaska and South …

Dr. Theresa DeLorenzo Shares Importance of Mindful Eating and Movement

Nutrition is about more than restrictive eating and fueling your body with the right things. Theresa DeLorenzo, DCN, RD, Director of Logan University’s Master of Science in Nutrition & Human Performance (MSNHP) and Applied Nutrition & Dietetics (MSAND) programs, believes that having a better awareness of cravings, paired with physical movement, is best for long-term well-being. A licensed yoga instructor with over 200 hours, Dr. DeLorenzo runs her own practice, Nutrition for Optimal Performance, writes blogs and creates podcasts. She also published “Crave: My Journey from Restrictive Eating to Fueled and Thriving,” a book for those healing their relationship with …

As Seen on TV: Dr. Jameca Cooper’s Journey into the Minds of Serial Killers

This story was originally published in The Tower – Volume 1, 2025.  With a career that has spanned academia, private practice and forensic psychology, Jameca Cooper, PhD, ABPP has established a multifaceted presence in the world of mental health. Based in St. Louis, Dr. Cooper teaches psychology courses for Logan University’s Bachelor of Science in Human Biology program and maintains a private practice as a board-certified counseling psychologist. Dr. Cooper currently teaches two important psychology courses at Logan: Abnormal Psychology and Psychology of Aging. They provide undergraduate students with in-depth knowledge of mental health disorders and the unique challenges that …