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Empowering Voices: Meet Logan’s Faculty Senate

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At Logan University, faculty members play a key role in shaping the future of the institution. The Faculty Senate offers a platform for shared governance, ensuring that faculty have a voice in the university’s decision-making process. Through this body, ideas are exchanged, concerns are raised and the university continues to grow with the active participation of its educators. What Does the Faculty Senate Do? The Faculty Senate Executive Board serves as the liaison between Logan’s faculty and administration. Each month, it holds meetings to discuss the latest university updates, upcoming events and changes that impact both faculty and students. These …

Logan University Announces PA Program

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As a leader in integrated healthcare education, Logan University announces a Master of Science in Physician Assistant/Associate (PA) program, expanding its College of Health Sciences degree offerings. The program – which is scheduled to start in January 2026 – with the goal of educating students to become competent, caring PAs who practice evidence-based medicine, exhibit cultural sensitivity, demonstrate effective leadership and are devoted to whole healthcare. Logan University President Clay McDonald, DC (’82), MBA, JD said launching the PA program is the next step in Logan’s goal of becoming a premier whole health university. “Our PA program is unique because …

Logan University Celebrates New Fuhr Science Center with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

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The Logan University community celebrated the dedication of the Fuhr Science Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and building tour on September 26, 2024. Arlan W. Fuhr, DC (‘61), founder and chairman of Activator Methods International (AMI) and the building’s namesake, spoke during the ceremony. “My wife and I have continued to invest in this university because it is an excellent place for students to advance their education in chiropractic and health sciences,” he said. “We believe bringing students to campus is the best way to recruit them because once they see it, they realize Logan is the place for them.” …

Logan University Announces Three Promotions for University Leaders

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Logan University is pleased to announce the promotion of three individuals: Kristina Petrocco-Napuli, DC, MS, DHPE (’23), FICC, FACC, who was promoted to vice president of Logan’s College of Chiropractic; April Taylor, DBA, JD, who was promoted to vice president of Logan’s College of Health Sciences and Student Affairs; and Deshae Redden, EdD, MA, PMP, CIC, who was promoted to assistant vice president of operational excellence, planning and learning. “Dr. Petrocco-Napuli, Dr. Taylor and Dr. Redden have visions for academic and operational excellence that align with Logan’s mission to cultivate a dynamic learning environment and advance our position as a …

Logan University Welcomes New Director of Health Centers

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Logan University is excited to welcome Mayda Serrano-Alvira, DC, MEd as the new Director of Logan University Health Centers. Dr. Serrano-Alvira brings nearly 15 years of chiropractic experience to Logan. As director, she will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Health Centers and will work collaboratively with clinical educators and staff members to ensure a student-focused clinical training experience, quality patient care, and appropriate business practices, consistent with programmatic and institutional goals. “I am deeply honored to step into the role of Director of Health Centers at Logan University,” Dr. Serrano-Alvira said. “The work we do here …

Simulation Center Helps Shape the Next Generation of Health Professionals

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Logan University’s Simulation Center offers students a unique learning opportunity and is a multi-purpose resource for clinical simulation, testing and self-study. Students in both the College of Chiropractic and College of Health Sciences can use the Simulation Center to fine-tune their clinical skills, learn more about anatomy and practice patient interaction. Melissa Engelson, DC, DHPE (’19), MS (’12), CSCS, DACBSP®, TSAC-F, director of assessment and clinical simulation at Logan University, leads the center and brings her expertise in working with a wide range of patients, abilities and ages. Dr. Engelson received a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from …