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Dr. Annie Babikian Honored with the SCU Alumni of the Year Award

Dr. Annie Babikian Honored with the SCU Alumni of the Year Award Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) has always been proud of the exceptional achievements of its graduates and, this year, we were proud to announce Dr. Annie Babikian as the first recipient of our new SCU Alumni of the Year Whole Health Achievement Award. Dr. Babikian's journey in healthcare reflects a steadfast commitment to improving lives through integrative, whole-person care—an approach that exemplifies SCU's mission. SCU President John Scaringe presented Dr. Babikian with the award, live on stage, at the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine (AIHM) First [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:57:33+00:00December 4, 2024|DC, Front Page News|

Southern California University of Health Sciences Dr. Michael Ramcharan Receives APHA Lifetime Achievement Award for Excellence in Public Health and Inter-Professional Education

Southern California University of Health Sciences Dr. Michael Ramcharan Receives APHA Lifetime Achievement Award for Excellence in Public Health and Inter-Professional Education Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is proud to announce that Dr. Michael Ramcharan, MD, DC, EdD, Vice-Provost and Assistant Vice-President of Academic Affairs, has been honored with the esteemed Lifetime Achievement Award at the American Public Health Association (APHA) Conference. This accolade recognizes Dr. Ramcharan's outstanding contributions to public health, integrative healthcare education, and SCU's mission to lead in Whole Health. Dr. Michael Ramcharan: Champion of Public Health and Inter-Professional Education Dr. Ramcharan, an established leader [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:57:30+00:00December 3, 2024|Front Page News|

SCU’s Dr. Leah Grout Honored with the 2024 ICTHP Emerging Leadership Award

SCU's Dr. Leah Grout Honored with the 2024 ICTHP Emerging Leadership Award Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) proudly announces that Dr. Leah Grout, Associate Professor and Research Data Analyst, has been recognized with the 2024 Integrative, Complementary, and Traditional Health Practices (ICTHP) Emerging Leadership Award. This distinguished honor highlights Dr. Grout's significant contributions to the advancement of integrative and whole health within public health and health services research. The award, presented by the American Public Health Association (APHA) ICTHP section, recognizes outstanding emerging leaders in the field. Dr. Grout was selected from an exceptional pool of nominees, making this [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:57:27+00:00December 2, 2024|Front Page News|

Celebrating Excellence: Dr. Anupama Kizhakkeveettil Appointed Chair of the APHA ICTHP Section

Celebrating Excellence: Dr. Anupama Kizhakkeveettil Appointed Chair of the APHA ICTHP Section Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is thrilled to announce that Dr. Anupama Kizhakkeveettil, PhD, BAMS, MAOM, LAc, FAIHM, C-IAYT. and Program Director of SCU's Ayurveda Medicine Department, has been appointed Chair of the American Public Health Association's (APHA) Section on Integrative, Complementary, and Traditional Health Practices (ICTHP). With deep expertise and decades of experience in Ayurveda, Chinese medicine, yoga, public health, and integrative medicine, Dr. Kizhakkeveettil hopes to lead the ICTHP section into a future of expanded advocacy, education, and collaboration. Prior to this appointment, [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:57:25+00:00November 26, 2024|AYUR-Organic, Front Page News|

SCU Partners with Evidence In Motion to Launch Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program

SCU Partners with Evidence In Motion to Launch Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) has expanded its partnership with Evidence In Motion (EIM) to launch a Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (PPOTD) program. The new program builds on the growing collaboration between SCU and EIM, which already includes hybrid accelerated programs in Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD), and Master of Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP). With this expansion, licensed occupational therapists with a bachelor's or master's degree now have a flexible, accelerated, and affordable pathway to advance their clinical [...]

By |2025-08-20T22:55:36+00:00November 20, 2024|Front Page News|

Discover How Whole Health Education at SCU Transforms Students and Society

Discover How Whole Health Education at SCU Transforms Students and Society Featured in The EvoLLLution®: Insights from Dr. Tamara Rozhon, Provost of Southern California University of Health Sciences Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) proudly announces that our Provost, Dr. Tamara Rozhon, has been featured in The EvoLLLution®, a leading publication focused on the future of higher education. Her article, "How a Whole Health University Transforms the Student Experience and Society,” explores how SCU's Whole Health approach is redefining the educational landscape, shaping individual student outcomes, and fostering broader societal impact. Read the full article here. How a Whole Health [...]

By |2025-08-20T22:58:41+00:00November 13, 2024|Front Page News|

Celebrating 45 Years of US-China Diplomatic Relations and the Development of Traditional Chinese Medicine in the United States

Celebrating 45 Years of U.S.-China Diplomatic Relations and the Development of Traditional Chinese Medicine in the United States Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) recently hosted a grand event celebrating the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and China. This historic gathering emphasized the progress and integration of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) within American healthcare. It highlighted SCU's ongoing dedication to advancing integrative, whole-person health through education, research, and cultural exchange. After President Nixon's landmark 1972 visit to China, TCM began to take root in the United States, becoming a vital component of community health nationwide. [...]

By |2025-08-20T23:02:28+00:00November 8, 2024|ACM-Organic, Front Page News|

SCU Announces the Launch of Phoenix Metro Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) Program

SCU Announces the Launch of Phoenix Metro Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) Program We are excited to formally announce the launch of our new Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program at our Phoenix Metro campus, expanding upon the success of our established OTD program at the Whittier campus. This new program is designed to provide aspiring occupational therapists with the advanced education needed to enter the field of occupational therapy, while also pioneering SCU's future educational offerings in Arizona. The Phoenix Metro OTD program, which recently achieved candidacy status, will begin in January 2025. This program features an innovative hybrid model, [...]

By |2025-08-20T23:04:50+00:00October 15, 2024|Front Page News, OTD|

Kicking Off Physician Assistant Week: SCU’s PA Students Serving the Unhoused Community at the LA Mission

Kicking Off Physician Assistant Week: SCU's PA Students Serving the Unhoused Community at the LA Mission Introduction to National Physician Assistant Week National Physician Assistant Week (PA Week) occurs from October 6th to 12th each year. This important week raises awareness about the critical contributions Physician Assistants (PAs) make in healthcare. PAs are versatile medical professionals who are pivotal in expanding access to care and improving health outcomes across the United States. At Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU), PA Week 2024 was marked by an inspiring initiative to serve the local community and put the values of the [...]

By |2025-08-20T23:06:45+00:00October 7, 2024|Front Page News, MSPA-Organic|

Southern California University of Health Sciences Awarded $1.7 Million NIH R01 Grant to Advance Research on Chronic Low Back Pain

Southern California University of Health Sciences Awarded $1.7 Million NIH R01 Grant to Advance Research on Chronic Low Back Pain Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) proudly announces that its Clinical and Health Research department has received a $1.7 million R01 grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This prestigious grant will fund groundbreaking research comparing the safety, efficiency, and care costs for Medicare beneficiaries receiving acupuncture for chronic low back pain. The research, in collaboration with Dartmouth College, launched in August and will span three years. The NIH R01 grant is highly sought after and represents a [...]

By |2025-08-20T23:08:36+00:00October 4, 2024|Front Page News|
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