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Celebrating Black History Month: A Conversation with Logan SABCA President Kyle Brown

In honor of Black History Month, we sat down with Kyle Brown, a trimester 6 Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) student at Logan University and president of Logan’s Student American Black Chiropractic Association (SABCA). Originally from Taylorsville, Mississippi, Kyle has been an active member of SABCA since his first trimester — but it wasn’t until attending the Evoke Conference in St. Louis that he found his deeper purpose within the organization. “I really enjoyed the networking and the connections I made,” Kyle said. “So, I thought I’d give the club more of a chance and started going full time.” That decision

Learning While Leading: Ashley Buckingham’s Journey in Logan’s Ed.D. Program

Ashley Buckingham, MSN, RN, CHSE is driven by a passion for healthcare, education and learning. Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Ashley earned both her bachelor’s degree in nursing and her master’s degree in nursing education from Robert Morris University. Shortly after graduating, Ashley began working full-time as a critical care ICU nurse at Allegheny Hospital in Pittsburgh. At the same time, she began teaching part-time at her alma mater to support nursing students during their ICU clinical rotations. “My time with the nursing students really highlighted my passion for teaching,” she explained. “I eventually relocated to Portland, Maine and started working

Logan Welcomes Dean of Students

Logan University proudly welcomes Ryan McDonnell, Ed.D. as Dean of Students. As Dean, Dr. McDonnell oversees student care, conduct, engagement, recreation, and integrated academic and career support services. He will lead strategic initiatives across the Division of Student Affairs to foster a vibrant, inclusive, and success-oriented campus culture. With more than a decade of progressive leadership in higher education, Dr. McDonnell brings deep expertise in residential life, wellness programming, crisis response, student conduct, and strategic planning. Prior to joining Logan, he held senior roles at Lindenwood University and Maryville University of Saint Louis, where he led multi-departmental teams, launched retention

Charting a Confident Career Path: How Logan University’s Mentoring Program Supports Future Healthcare Leaders

For undergraduate students exploring careers in science and healthcare, knowing what path to pursue—and how to get there—can be daunting. At Logan University, a faculty-led mentoring program is helping students gain clarity, confidence, and direction through one-on-one guidance from experienced professionals. Designed for students enrolled in Logan’s undergraduate degree programs, the mentoring initiative allows students to select a faculty mentor who aligns with their interests and career goals. Whether students are pursuing pre-chiropractic studies or following the broader biology track, the program creates a space for reflection, exploration, and strategic planning. “Mentoring allows students to build a relationship with faculty,”

Air Force Veteran, Bachelor Graduate Prepares for Career in Healthcare

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

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

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.