SCU Introduces Online, Self-Paced Ayurveda Short Courses for Learners Everywhere

SCU Introduces Online, Self-Paced Ayurveda Short Courses for Learners Everywhere Responding to growing interest in integrative and preventive approaches to health and wellness, Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) today announced the launch of Ayurveda Short Courses, a new collection of fully online, self-paced offerings designed to make one of the world’s oldest healing systems accessible to learners everywhere. Available for purchase through a simple e-commerce model, these short courses remove traditional barriers to university education while maintaining the rigor and expertise of SCU, a recognized leader in Ayurvedic medicine and integrative, whole-person health education. Learners can [...]

By |2026-01-20T22:06:17+00:00January 21, 2026|AYUR-Organic, Front Page News, SCU News|

Southern California University of Health Sciences graduates 517 new healthcare professionals in 2025

Southern California University of Health Sciences graduates 517 new healthcare professionals in 2025 Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) hosted its annual commencement ceremony on Monday, December 15, at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach conferring health science degrees to 517 graduates of the Class of 2025. The commencement ceremony is available for on-demand viewing via SCU’s YouTube channel. The Class of 2025 represents the broad variety of SCU’s academic programs, with the Doctor of Occupational Therapy and Doctor of Medical Sciences programs each having their first graduating class. SCU’s class of 2025 has the following numbers of graduates in [...]

Southern California University of Health Sciences Graduates 536 New Healthcare Professionals In 2024

Southern California University of Health Sciences Graduates 536 New Healthcare Professionals In 2024 Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) hosted its annual commencement ceremony on Monday, December 16, at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach conferring health science degrees to 536 graduates of the Class of 2024. The commencement ceremony is available for on-demand viewing via SCU's YouTube channel. The Class of 2024 represents the broad variety of SCU's academic programs, with the following numbers of graduates in each respective program: 216 Doctor of Chiropractic graduates 36 Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine graduates 1 Master of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine graduate [...]

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|

AIHM, SCU, and Cornerstone Collaboration to Co-Host Inaugural Whole Health Conference in October 2024

AIHM, SCU, and Cornerstone Collaboration to Co-Host Inaugural Whole Health Conference in October 2024   Interprofessional continuing education credits available to all conference attendees   Whole Health is emerging as the next evolutionary step in integrative health and medicine. In response, the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine (AIHM), Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU), and the Cornerstone Collaboration for Societal Change have announced they will co-host the Inaugural Whole Health Conference, "Bringing Whole Health to Life,” from October 25 to 27, 2024, at Paradise Point Resort and Spa in San Diego. Healthcare professionals from across the spectrum are [...]

How Acupuncture and Yoga Can Help Alzheimer’s Patients

March is National Nutrition Month, which promotes the importance of making informed food choices and developing healthy eating habits. Along with a balanced diet, taking vitamins and supplements can also improve overall health. While there are many options available, if I could only choose three, they would be Omega 3 fish oil, Vitamin D, and Magnesium. These three vitamins offer a range of benefits, from improving brain function to reducing inflammation and supporting bone health.

By |2025-10-09T16:57:20+00:00November 27, 2023|ACM, ACM-SEO|

Dr. Anupama Kizhakkeveettil’s Keynote Presentation at the Symposium on Yoga Therapy and Research 2023

As the Program Director for Ayurvedic Medicine at SCU, Dr. Anupama Kizhakkeveettil, BAMS, MAOM, FAIHM, C-IAYT, PhD dedicates significant time to advocating for the widespread acceptance of Ayurveda through various speaking opportunities around the world. Recently, she was invited to present on yoga therapy as the keynote speaker at the 2023 Symposium on Yoga Therapy and Research (SYTAR), one of the largest yoga conferences in the US. Held on June 15-17, 2023, SYTAR is organized by the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT), an organization dedicated to promoting yoga as a healing art and science. Since its establishment in 1989, [...]

By |2025-08-22T21:05:37+00:00July 24, 2023|Front Page News|

Celebrating the 9th Anniversary of the International Day of Yoga

Today marks the 9th International Day of Yoga, a day designated by the United Nations in 2014 to raise awareness worldwide of the health benefits of yoga. This ancient system of wellness originated in India and is a core component of Ayurvedic medicine, empowering individuals to create a more refined alignment between their mind, body, and soul. In his address to the UN General Assembly advocating for the adoption of an annual Day of Yoga, the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, described yoga as "...an invaluable gift of India's ancient tradition. It embodies unity of mind and body; thought [...]

By |2025-08-22T21:05:25+00:00June 21, 2023|Front Page News|

SCU Health announces half-off Ayurveda therapy services, March 27-30, 2023

WHITTIER, CA. - (March 10, 2023) — Southern Californians can receive free consultations and half-priced Ayurveda therapy services during an upcoming SCU Health promotional event from Monday, March 27 Thursday, March 30, in Whittier. Ayurveda healthcare providers use herbs, diet, lifestyle recommendations, specialized Ayurveda therapies, and yoga to help patients re-establish harmony and achieve greater health, balance and happiness. SCU Health's Ayurveda practitioners bring over 50 years of collective experience supporting patients on their journey to achieve optimal health with personalized therapy plans. "Ayurveda is one of the oldest traditional medical systems delivering personalized healthcare. This science of healing advocates [...]

By |2025-08-22T21:05:09+00:00March 10, 2023|AYUR-Organic, Front Page News|

SCU Health announces half-off Ayurveda therapy services, Jan. 17-20, 2023

WHITTIER, CA. - (Jan. 12, 2023) — Southern Californians can receive free consultations and half-priced Ayurveda therapy services during an upcoming SCU Health promotional event from Tuesday, Jan. 17 Friday, Jan. 20, in Whittier. Ayurveda healthcare providers use herbs, diet, lifestyle recommendations, specialized Ayurveda therapies, and yoga to help patients re-establish harmony and achieve greater health, balance and happiness. SCU Health's Ayurveda practitioners bring over 50 years of collective experience supporting patients on their journey to achieve optimal health with personalized therapy plans. "Ayurveda is one of the oldest traditional medical systems delivering personalized healthcare. This science of healing advocates [...]

By |2025-08-22T21:04:30+00:00January 12, 2023|AYUR-Organic, Front Page News|
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