Combining her passions for teaching and diversity training, Angelita Howard, Ed.D., MBA-PM joined Logan University’s faculty in 2017 to teach two important courses in the university’s Doctor of Education in Health Professions Education (Ed.D.) program: Diversity in Education and Leadership. “The courses I teach are incredibly important for students as they dig deeper and understand how to become more authentic leaders,” she says. For Dr. Howard, authentic leadership is about more than titles. It requires building meaningful relationships with everyone involved in an organization—whether faculty, custodians or social media managers. “Your title means nothing if you don’t have everyone else …
Category: Leaders Made
From New Zealand Rugby Field to California Classroom: Johnathan Ploke
This is a story from The Tower – Volume 2, 2024. At 8 a.m. CDT when many members of the Logan University community were just starting their day, Johnathan Ploke, MS (’24) was wrapping his up as a Master of Science in Strength & Conditioning (MS-SC) student in New Zealand. Johnathan’s academic journey began at California State University, Chico, where he earned bachelor’s degrees in kinesiology and human physiology. After graduating he worked as a personal trainer but wanted additional qualifications to advance his career. He discovered Logan’s one-year, 100 percent online MS-SC program. The program appealed to Johnathan because …
Logan University Hosts Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for the Carter | Eberline Administration Building
Logan University celebrated the naming of the Carter | Eberline Administration Building with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and building tour on October 24, 2024. The newly remodeled building includes an updated lobby, library, bookstore and coffee area, and expanded student study areas and collaboration spaces. “The Carter | Eberline Administration Building represents much more than just the completion of renovations; it embodies our shared vision for the future of health sciences and chiropractic education,” said Logan President Clay McDonald, DC (’82), MBA, JD. “These enhancements are significant and thoughtfully designed to enhance our students’ experience and meet the evolving needs of …
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,” …
Logan Alumnus Brings Innovative Invention to Life While Running His Own Practice
By the age of five, Ryan Swier, DC (’97), already knew he wanted to continue his family’s legacy as a fourth-generation chiropractor. As a child, he dreaded trips to the doctor, especially when he needed to get shots, but his experience with his uncle, Thomas Joseph Swier, DC (’70), was different. “I always thought my uncle was the cool doctor because he didn’t give shots and I wanted to be like him,” Dr. Swier said. “He had nothing but good things to say about Logan, so when I was looking for a place to continue my education, I knew where …
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 – hopes to educate 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 of its …