Growing up in Missouri, Amanda Scipho, DC (’17), MS (’17) always had a sense of purpose shaped by family and service. Her father served in the United States Navy and then settled the family in Missouri, after living in California. “The inspiration behind my decision to become a chiropractor comes from a deeply personal place,” said Dr. Scipho. “Having witnessed my dad’s struggle with chronic pain, I knew I wanted to find a solution without drugs and surgery. I have always been drawn to a more holistic approach, and I knew I had a place in the medical model with …
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Logan University is Committed to Helping Veterans Continue Their Mission
At Logan University, our academic programs center on a foundational value held by most veterans: service to others. Since opening in the 1930s, there have been hundreds of veterans who have graduated from Logan University and have used that education to better the world. Logan’s degree programs are ideal for active military, recently discharged veterans, and others who are interested in transitioning from one phase of life to the next. There are several reasons why our programs are so appealing to those who are looking to chart a new path forward: Ample Flexibility. Most College of Health Sciences (CoHS) programs …
Degrees & Dreams: How Austin Kuennen’s Education Paved His Path to the Pros
Between treating MLB players, running a private practice and working on master’s programs, Austin Kuennen, RDN, MS (’23) has become a pro at time management. Originally from St. Louis, MO, the 2017 graduate from Lindbergh High School enrolled in the University of Arkansas’ exercise science program with plans to work in healthcare. His interest in healthcare developed as a child watching his mom, Laura Kuennen, serve various roles at Logan University. “I love sports and grew up alongside the healthcare industry, so I thought exercise science would be a great middle-ground to prepare me for a career in this field,” …
Challenge Accepted: The Journey of Dr. Alexjandro Daviano
The career path of Alexjandro Daviano, DN, DO, DrPH, MSDS, MPH is a testament to his persistence and willingness to embrace change. Starting his academic journey in civil engineering, Dr. Daviano quickly realized that it wasn’t the right fit for him. Having already earned EMT and paramedic certifications, he decided to pivot toward healthcare, a field he had only dabbled in. Working as a paramedic with a fire department in Washington, D.C., spurred his interest. “I decided to jump in and gain more experience, so I joined the United States Air Force,” he said. “During this time, I worked to …
Logan University Announces PA Program
As a leader in integrated healthcare education, Logan University announces a Master of Science in Physician Assistant/Associate (PA) program, expanding its College of Health Sciences degree offerings. The program – which is scheduled to start in January 2026 – with the goal of educating students to become competent, caring PAs who practice evidence-based medicine, exhibit cultural sensitivity, demonstrate effective leadership and are devoted to whole healthcare. Logan University President Clay McDonald, DC (’82), MBA, JD said launching the PA program is the next step in Logan’s goal of becoming a premier whole health university. “Our PA program is unique because …
Dr. Jared Hardina Continues a Logan Legacy in Chiropractic Care
Jared Hardina, DC (’24), is not just a recent graduate of Logan University’s Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) program; he’s also part of a remarkable legacy deeply rooted in chiropractic. Dr. Hardina’s journey at Logan was more than an academic pursuit—it was a continuation of a family tradition spanning back over 65 years. Three members of his family graduated Logan with DC degrees: his uncle-in-law, Dr. Michael Fenander, a 1997 graduate; his mother-in-law, Dr. Laura Fenander, a 1989 graduate; and his late grandfather-in-law, Dr. Arden “Doc” Fenander, a 1959 graduate. “The legacy actually extends even further past my immediate in-laws,” he …