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Chelsea White’s All-Encompassing Career in Exercise Science, From Cardiac Rehab to Pediatrics

Posted on March 12, 2026 in Alumni in College of Health Sciences in Master of Science in Sport Science and Rehabilitation

Like many students entering the healthcare profession, Chelsea White, MS (’21), CEP, EIM didn’t begin her career with a perfectly mapped-out plan. Her path came into focus while earning her bachelor’s degree in exercise science from Georgia State University and completing observation hours for physical therapy school. “I fell in love with pediatrics, then found myself falling in love with cardiac rehab too,” Chelsea said. “Everything about the heart—EKGs, diagnostics and rehabilitation. My work in pediatrics was a combination of cardiopulmonary rehab and exercise physiology”. Rather than choose one interest over another, Chelsea discovered a field that would allow her

Dr. Magen Henry Provides Chiropractic Care Rooted in Community and Purpose

Posted on March 3, 2026 in Alumni in Careers in College of Health Sciences in Healthcare in Leaders Made in Master of Science in Chiropractic Pediatrics

While earning a bachelor’s degree in cellular and molecular biology at Florida A&M University (FAMU), Magen Henry, DC, MS (’24) wondered what was next. She was seeking a healthcare path that aligned with her values when a recruiter from Life University visited her class and sparked a lifelong passion. “Chiropractic combined my interest in science and my desire for a more holistic, patient-centered approach to healthcare without drugs or surgery,” Dr. Henry said. “I knew it was the path I wanted to pursue.” After graduating second in her class from FAMU with summa cum laude honors, she began working toward

Logan’s Bachelor Program Helped Alumna Pursue Dream of Pharmacy School

Posted on February 24, 2026 in Alumni in Bachelor of Science in Human Biology in College of Health Sciences in Leaders Made

When Rachell Landaeta started searching for an affordable online undergraduate program, she had one clear goal in mind—to prepare for pharmacy school. A simple Google search led her to Logan University’s Bachelor of Science in Human Biology (BSHB) program, and from there, her path to becoming a pharmacist began to take shape. “I was impressed by the structure, the accelerated pace, and how well it aligned with my long-term goals,” Rachell said Rachell enrolled in the fall of 2023, transferring many of her general studies credits from another university, and graduated in April 2025. She said the program’s fast-paced, eight-week

From Personal Trainer to Tactical Strength Coach: How Logan University Helped Nathan Gordon Advance His Career

Posted on January 29, 2026 in Alumni in College of Health Sciences in Master of Science in Strength & Conditioning in Veterans

For Nathaniel Gordon, MS (’25), CSCS, CPT, MBA-F, USAWL2, FMSC2, USAPL-CC, fitness has always been a passion and lifelong pursuit. After earning a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology and a Master of Business Administration from Washington State University and working in the industry for nearly a decade, he recognized he needed to strengthen his skills and credentials to advance. That decision led him to Logan University’s Master of Science in Strength & Conditioning (MSSC) program. Before enrolling at Logan, Nathan worked as a personal trainer, strength coach for club sports and fitness director for a large gym chain. After serving in

Healing Across Borders: Dr. Jesse Politowski’s Mission to Transform Chiropractic Care in Vietnam

Posted on January 20, 2026 in Alumni in Careers in College of Chiropractic in College of Health Sciences in Healthcare in Leaders Made in Master of Science in Sport Science and Rehabilitation

In April 2024, Jesse Politowski, DC (’13), MS (‘22) packed a portable chiropractic table, two suitcases and boarded a flight to Vietnam. His destination: Thanh Hoa City, a small but growing community three hours south of Hanoi. His mission: to bring modern chiropractic care to a country where the practice is still in its infancy. “I worked in Southeast Asia for six years after graduating from Logan University,” Dr. Politowski said. “But during a trip back to the U.S., the pandemic hit. I always wanted to go back. I love it there, and it’s been my dream to start a

Jamie Merritt Rediscovers Joy of Learning in Logan’s MSNHP Program

Posted on January 16, 2026January 16, 2026 in Alumni in College of Health Sciences in Leaders Made in Master of Science in Nutrition & Human Performance

For Jamie Merritt, MS (’25), RD, SNS, a career in nutrition wasn’t something she mapped out from day one. It grew naturally from her interests, experiences and a genuine desire to help others. As a sophomore in college, Jamie was still undecided about her future. She knew she loved being active, enjoyed cooking and felt drawn to helping people improve their lives. When her parents suggested she look into nutrition and dietetics, everything clicked. “I immediately fell in love with it,” she said. That led Jamie to earn a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from Fontbonne University in 2010, followed