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Why Eating for Your Health Also Means Eating for the Planet

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By Audra Kramer, MPH, RDN, LD, CSCES, Clinical Nutrition Coordinator for Logan University’s Master of Science in Applied Nutrition & Dietetics (MSAND) program. When people talk about healthy eating, it’s often in the context of weight loss, physical appearance or health. While these are all worthy reasons to adopt a healthy diet, there’s a much bigger picture to consider—how the foods we choose impact both our health and the environment. Research suggests that switching from an omnivore to a vegetarian diet reduces greenhouse gas emissions by an average of 33%, and following a vegan eating pattern can further reduce greenhouse …

Logan’s MSHI Program Opens the Door to High-Impact Careers

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Logan University’s Master of Science in Health Informatics (MSHI) program provides students the tools and knowledge to turn data into smarter, more efficient healthcare. Entirely online and nationally ranked, the program’s real-world curriculum and flexibility is ideal for professionals looking to pivot or level up. Students can choose from three specialized tracks, each designed to match specific career goals: The Leadership track is geared toward those looking to move into or advance within management roles. The coursework focuses on leadership, policy and systems, helping students understand how to lead informatics initiatives across departments and organizations. Common career paths include: Chief …

Logan University Introduces the New Center for Learning and Leadership

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Logan University has launched the new Center for Learning and Leadership (CLL), an educational department, community, and training hub designed to support the continuous improvement of teaching, learning and scholarly pursuits among its faculty and staff. “Our team has been working extremely hard on the CLL, and we look forward to introducing it to our faculty and staff,” said Deshae Redden, Ed.D., MA, PMP, CIC, Assistant Vice President of Operational Excellence, Planning and Learning at Logan. “The CLL offers our team an additional opportunity to voice opinions and provide feedback, and we hope everyone takes full advantage of this new …

Why 2025 is The Year to Pursue a Degree in Health Informatics

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What were your resolutions at the beginning of the year? Are you still sticking to them? Most people abandon their resolutions by February. But 2025 is going to be your year. Whether you are hoping to finally earn that promotion at work, change careers, learn something new, or completely reinvent yourself, there is still plenty of time left in the year to make big changes. In fact, 2025 might be the best time to consider pursuing a career in health informatics. With rapid growth and corresponding changes occurring within both the technology and healthcare industries, a Master’s Degree in Health …

Logan’s Approach to an AI-Driven Future in Education

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In November 2022, Josh Hutchison, PhD, first encountered ChatGPT when a colleague sent him a fully AI-generated Seinfeld script. Fascinated by what he read, he quickly developed a keen interest in AI. Dr. Hutchison joined Logan University in 2017 as the director of the Logan Writing Center, where he provides writing support to both students and faculty. He is also an active part of Logan’s AI Task Force. Established in January 2024 with stakeholders from across the university, this group meets monthly to discuss new challenges and opportunities AI presents for Logan. “The Task Force’s goal is to increase AI …

Nutritional Myths Debunked

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In the ever-evolving field of nutrition, separating fact from fiction is crucial for maintaining a healthy diet. Numerous nutrition myths circulate, often leading to confusion and misinformation. Myth: Skipping Meals Leads to Weight Loss One of the most persistent nutrition myths is that skipping meals can help with weight loss. However, research shows that skipping meals can lead to weight gain instead. When you skip meals, your body’s metabolism slows down to conserve energy, and you are more likely to overeat at your next meal. Instead of skipping meals, focus on consuming a balanced diet with appropriate calorie intake to …