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Symposium on Women's Health: October 4 - 5, 2025

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Treating Athletes and Training the Future: Dr. Leslie Reece

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When Leslie Reece, DC, MS (’19), DACBSP became a chiropractor, she knew she wanted to work with athletes. After earning her Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) degree from Cleveland University in 2017, Dr. Reece joined the Logan University team as a Sports Chiropractic Fellow. While gaining hands-on experience in her fellowship, she discovered Logan’s online Master of Science in Sports Science & Rehabilitation (MSSSR) program. Eager to expand her impact on the field, Dr. Reece knew the MSSSR program was the next step in her professional career. “A DC degree teaches you how to be a good chiropractor, but I wanted

Logan University to Host Sixth Annual Symposium on Women’s Health

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Logan University is proud to once again partner with the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) Council on Women’s Health and the ACA Council on Chiropractic Pediatrics to present the sixth annual Symposium on Women’s Health, October 4-5, 2025, on Logan’s campus in Chesterfield, Missouri. This year’s theme, The Fourth Trimester: Post-Partum and Neonatal Health, shines a much-needed spotlight on one of the most overlooked phases of maternal and infant care. Over two impactful days, participants will explore essential topics such as postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, maternal mental health, neurological development in infants and more, led by a powerhouse lineup of speakers at

Doctoral Student Pursues Dreams in Nutrition Education

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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

Air Force Veteran, Bachelor Graduate Prepares for Career in Healthcare

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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

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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

Small Patients, Big Impact: Logan University Student to Bring Pediatric Chiropractic Care to Australia

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More than 9,000 miles away from Logan University in Sydney, Australia, Jay Harthun B.S. EXIP, M.Chiro, is nearly finished with the next step in her healthcare career: earning her Master of Science in Chiropractic Pediatrics (MSCP) degree. Originally interested in physical therapy, Dr. Harthun shifted focus after learning about chiropractic care. “When I heard about chiropractic, I immediately booked an appointment with a local chiropractor and never looked back,” Dr. Harthun said. “I love that chiropractors provide immediate relief to patients while also helping them on their wellness journey.” After earning her Master of Chiropractic (M.Chiro) from Macquarie University, Dr.