Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU)

09/30/2026

Halfway through the week = reason to celebrate! 🎉

09/30/2026

Healthcare knows what people should do to improve their health. The harder part? Helping people actually do it.

In this piece, Kelly Howard, MS, NBC-HWC, shares insight into what it takes to support meaningful, lasting health changes—because knowing what to do is only part of the equation. Whole person health means understanding the people, circumstances and goals behind those choices, and helping make healthier change feel possible in everyday life.

Read the full article to explore why healthcare needs to get better at bridging the gap between knowing and doing.
https://www.scuhs.edu/scu-news/healthcare-knows-what-people-should-do-we-need-to-get-better-at-helping-them-do-it/

Healthcare has long been captivated by breakthroughs. A new cancer therapy. A more precise surgical technique. An AI tool that detects disease earlier. A drug that targets a biological pathway we couldn't reach before. These advances matter enormously. But one of healthcare’s greatest opportunitie...

09/29/2026

Leadership is about more than the title you hold. It’s about the people you meet, the perspectives you gain, and the ways you choose to show up for your profession.

This week, chiropractic students from across the country gathered at SCU for the 2026 SACA–ABCA Student Leadership Conference, creating opportunities to connect with future colleagues, learn from leaders in the profession, and grow as the next generation of chiropractic leaders.

We’re proud to have welcomed this community to our Whittier campus and to give SCU students the opportunity to experience the broader chiropractic profession right here at home. 💙

09/25/2026

🌟 Student of the Week: Tatiana Mikhailova!

Meet Tatiana Mikhailova, a DAcCHM Term 10 student who is making an impact through research, service, leadership, and campus involvement.

Tatiana serves as a research coordinator for a study exploring acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine for Long COVID, where she supports participant recruitment, data collection, and research team training. She is also a published primary author, an active member and former Executive Board member of the Healing Hands for Humanity Club, and contributes to the SCU community as a student ambassador and tutor.

Her dedication to scholarship, service, and supporting her fellow students makes Tatiana a wonderful example of the many ways SCU students make a difference. 💙

Help us celebrate Tatiana as this week’s Student of the Week! 👏

09/24/2026

Your health journey is unique, and so are your goals.

If you're looking for support with stress, sleep, or just overall wellness, look no further. Our providers take the time to understand your concerns and develop a care plan that's personalized to you.

We're here to help you feel informed, supported, and empowered throughout your care.💪

09/24/2026

One second you’re meeting your classmates for the first time, and the next you’re realizing they’ve become some of your favorite people. 🥹

Here’s to the people who make the experience along the way so special.

09/22/2026

Inside the NFL with SCU Sports Medicine resident and alumnus Alex Weber, DC. 🏈

Alex recently spent a week at the Cleveland Browns’ training facility during training camp, putting his clinical skills into practice and working alongside athletic trainers, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals.

His experience highlights the hands-on opportunities available through SCU’s Sports Medicine residency—and the value of stepping outside your comfort zone to grow.

Read Alex’s full story and learn more about Sports Medicine at SCU through the link in our bio.

https://www.scuhs.edu/scu-news/inside-the-nfl-scu-sports-medicine-resident-alex-weber-on-his-week-with-the-cleveland-browns/

Alex Weber, DC, graduated from SCU and now works at the University as a Sports Medicine resident. He recently spent a week inside the Cleveland Browns training facility during training camp, putting years of sports medicine education and clinical experience to work in an NFL environment.

09/21/2026

Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Statler | Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) 💙💛

Meet Dr. Statler, a faculty member in SCU’s Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) program. With more than 30 years of experience in Physician Assistant education, she brings extensive experience in academic leadership, assessment and program development to her work educating the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Throughout her career, Dr. Statler has served as a clinical coordinator, academic coordinator, associate program director, program director and associate dean. She was also the first PA educator to join the staff of the Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA), where she worked alongside PA educators from across the country and contributed to the development of new assessment and testing resources, including End-of-Rotation examinations.

Dr. Statler is a Past President of PAEA and currently serves as President of the PA Foundation Board of Trustees. Her contributions to PA education have earned her numerous honors, including PA Educator of the Year from the Texas Academy of PAs and Outstanding Educator awards from several institutions.

We’re proud to have Dr. Statler as part of the DMSc faculty, bringing decades of experience, leadership and expertise to SCU’s Doctor of Medical Science program. 💙💛

09/18/2026

A great place to work doesn’t happen by accident. It’s built by great people. 💛

We’re proud to share that SCU has been named a 2026 Great College to Work For and has earned Honor Roll distinction for the fourth consecutive year! This recognition is a reflection of the people behind SCU — the faculty, staff, and leaders who show up every day, support one another, and help create a university where people can do meaningful work and make a difference.

Four consecutive years. One incredible SCU community. Here’s to another year of being ! 💙

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/southern-california-university-of-health-sciences-earns-2026-great-colleges-to-work-for-honor-roll-distinction-for-fourth-consecutive-year-302883383.html?tc=eml_cleartime

09/18/2026

🌟 Meet our very first SCU Student of the Week: Jazmine Benton!

Jazmine was selected by the Dean and faculty of SCU’s Doctor of Chiropractic program for her outstanding leadership and collaborative spirit.

As a co-chair of the committee organizing the upcoming Leadership Conference hosted by the student chapters of the American Chiropractic Association and American Black Chiropractic Association, Jazmine has played an important role in bringing students together and helping make this event possible.

We’re proud to recognize Jazmine for the leadership, collaboration, and dedication she brings to the SCU community. 👏

Join us in congratulating Jazmine on being our first Student of the Week! 💙