College of Health Sciences Archives

Dr. Amber Henry Named Dean of the College of Health Sciences

Posted on August 24, 2026 in College of Health Sciences in Leaders Made

Logan University congratulates Amber Henry, EdD, PMP, on her appointment as dean of the College of Health Sciences. Dr. Henry brings 27 years of experience in higher education, with a career spanning academic leadership, online and adult education, faculty development, student success, and institutional administration. Prior to being named as dean, she served as Logan’s executive director of professional learning and workforce development. She also previously served as interim dean of the College, providing leadership and continuity during a time of transition. As dean of the College of Health Sciences, Dr. Henry brings a collaborative, student-centered approach to academic leadership.

Logan University’s PA Program Earns Accreditation-Provisional Status

Posted on August 18, 2026August 18, 2026 in College of Health Sciences in Physician Assistant

Logan University’s Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant (PA) program has been granted Accreditation-Provisional status by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA). Accreditation-Provisional is an accreditation status granted when the plans and resource allocation of a proposed program that has not yet enrolled students appear to demonstrate the program’s ability to meet ARC-PA standards, or when a program holding Accreditation-Provisional status appears to demonstrate continued progress in complying with the Standards as it prepares for the graduation of the first class (cohort) of students. “Receiving Accreditation-Provisional from the ARC-PA is the exciting result of years

Behind the Scenes: How Logan’s Academic Success Coach Supports Students

Posted on July 29, 2026 in Careers in College of Health Sciences in Online Resources in Resources

There is no such thing as a typical day on the job for Terra Kneeland, MA, senior academic success coach for Logan University’s College of Health Sciences. Her responsibilities shift throughout the academic year as course registration opens and closes, but one thing remains constant: supporting students. “I want students to feel they can be successful in their program and comfortable at Logan. We are always happy to help provide individualized attention to each student,” Terra said. From creating degree plans and approving registrations to meeting with students one-on-one, Terra helps a variety of students navigate their academic journey at

Logan University Reimagines Doctor of Education Program to Prepare the Next Generation of Healthcare Education Leaders

Posted on July 28, 2026August 18, 2026 in Careers in College of Health Sciences in Doctor of Education in Health Professions Education in Leaders Made

Healthcare education is evolving, and so are the leaders who shape it. Logan University is relaunching its Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Health Professions Education program in Spring 2027 with a redesigned curriculum that better reflects today’s educational landscape while maintaining the flexibility working professionals need. Designed as a 60-credit, cohort-based doctoral program, the Ed.D. equips healthcare educators with the knowledge and practical skills to advance into leadership roles in higher education, faculty development and academic administration. Students may begin the program in either the spring or fall and progress through the curriculum alongside a cohort of peers, fostering collaboration,

From Classroom to Space Center: Meghan Johnson Completes Internship at NASA

Posted on June 30, 2026 in Alumni in Careers in College of Health Sciences in Master of Science in Sport Science and Rehabilitation in Students in Tower Magazine

This story was originally published in The Tower – Volume 1, 2026. Meghan Johnson, MS (’25) earned the internship opportunity of a lifetime: supporting health and fitness operations at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. Last November and December, she worked within a campus-wide wellness system focused on human performance for the engineers, contractors and employees behind space launches. “Being able to use what I learned through Logan University’s Master of Science in Sports Science & Rehabilitation (MSSSR) program and apply it in an environment like the KSC Fitness Center was an amazing experience,” Meghan said. She learned under

PA Program FAQs: What Prospective Students Need to Know

Posted on June 25, 2026July 6, 2026 in College of Health Sciences in Online Resources in Physician Assistant

A career as a physician assistant offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives while working as part of a collaborative healthcare team. As Logan University prepares to welcome its inaugural class in the Physician Assistant (PA) program in January 2027, prospective students may have questions about admission requirements, clinical experiences, program structure and more. To help navigate the application and decision-making process, our PA team has answered some of the most common questions about Logan’s program. What are the admissions requirements? To be considered for admission to Logan’s PA program, applicants must: Have earned a bachelor’s