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Logan University Unveils Coggins Education Wing

Posted on in Alumni in Campus Culture in Careers in College of Chiropractic in Leaders Made

Logan University unveiled the Coggins Education Wing, which encompasses the north end of Logan’s Administration Building. The wing is named after alumnus William Coggins, DC (’40), who served as Logan’s third president for 18 years. Under his leadership, Logan became nationally accredited and led the merging of Missouri Chiropractic College and Logan. In 1973, he greatly expanded Logan’s campus by acquiring the buildings and grounds of the former Maryknoll Seminary, where Logan is housed today. Throughout his years as an academic leader and chiropractic clinician, Dr. Coggins was a strong advocate for research in both academic settings and in the

Versatile MS-HI Student Hopes to Harness Power of Data Science for Global Charity

Posted on in Healthcare in Leaders Made in Master of Science in Health Informatics

As the director of communications for multinational nonprofit World Spine Care, a podcaster, a father of two, a professional ballroom dancer, and trail runner, Nathan Cashion, DC is a man of many talents. To further expand his horizons, Dr. Cashion is currently pursuing his Master of Science in Health Informatics (MS-HI) at Logan University. He earned a bachelor’s degree in exercise science—along with a minor in ballroom dance—from Brigham Young University in 2010. He received his Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) as well as his master’s degree in exercise and sports science from the University of Western States in 2016. After

Blazing Trails in Puerto Rico: Jake Halverson Brings Chiropractic Radiology to the Islands

Posted on in Careers in Leaders Made in Master of Science in Chiropractic Pediatrics

Jake Halverson, DC, DACBR, RMSK has blazed a trail by combining a passion for teaching with a dedication to advancing chiropractic care. Raised in Utah, Dr. Halverson knew he wanted to be a chiropractor from an early age. His path began with a degree in zoology with a minor in chemistry from Weber State University in Ogden, Utah, laying the foundation for his future. He then earned his Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) from Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus in California, where he graduated as valedictorian in 2018. Eager to expand his expertise, he came to Logan University for a

Arrows and Adjustments: Dr. Devon Ackroyd’s Adventure with the United States Archery Team

Posted on in Athletics in Clubs & Organizations in Leaders Made in Sports At Logan

Devon Ackroyd, DC, MS-SSR, DACBSP, Cert. MDT, assistant professor at Logan University, recently served on the medical staff for the United States Archery Team (USAT) on the way to the World Cup 2024. Dr. Ackroyd traveled to Pudong, China, and spent ten days treating the top-ranked male and female recurve and compound archers in the country. “The experience was great. It’s always great learning a new sport, meeting new athletes, being in a new city and experiencing different cultures,” Dr. Ackroyd said. Dr. Ackroyd is in the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee’s (USOPC) medical provider pool – a group

Dr. Claire Johnson Becomes Adjunct Faculty Member for Logan’s MS-CP Program

Posted on in College of Health Sciences in Leaders Made in Master of Science in Chiropractic Pediatrics

Claire Johnson, DC, MSEd, PhD, DACBSP, FICC was first introduced to chiropractic at 17 years old when she had her first adjustment. While she was pursuing her bachelor’s degree at the University of California in San Diego, her interest in becoming a chiropractor grew as she realized she enjoyed helping people become more functional. “One of the main events that confirmed my career path was when I had a health problem that no health provider was able to figure out except for a chiropractor,” Dr. Johnson said. “It was very powerful to be healed by someone just using his hands.”

Five Logan University Faculty Members Honored as Research Scholars

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Five outstanding Logan University faculty members received Logan Research Scholarship pins on May 13, 2024. This is the second year Logan has recognized research scholars for their academic excellence. All the scholars Logan selected were lead authors of a publication in a peer-reviewed journal or lead authors of a workshop, platform or poster presentation at a peer-reviewed conference between May 2023 and May 2024. The scholarship pin colors – blue, bronze, silver and gold – reflect the number of publications in peer-reviewed journals and accepted work to peer-reviewed conferences. Each scholar received blue pins representing they were lead authors of