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Chicago and San Diego Campuses of Pacific College of Health and Science (PCHS) to join Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU)

Chicago and San Diego Campuses of Pacific College of Health and Science (PCHS) to join Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) Agreement Strengthens the Leadership Positions of Both SCU and PCHS in Integrative, Whole Health Education Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) and Pacific College of Health and Science (PCHS) today jointly announced that they have signed a definitive agreement through which SCU will assume PCHS’s Chicago and San Diego campuses and programs. As part of the agreement, SCU will also take over Pacific Center for Lifelong Learning, PCHS’s online Cosmetic Acupuncture Program, and Pacific Symposium, [...]

By |2025-10-20T21:34:05+00:00October 20, 2025|ACM-Organic, Front Page News|
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SCU Study Finds Chiropractic Care Safer for Older Adults with Neck Pain

SCU Study Finds Chiropractic Care Safer for Older Adults with Neck Pain A new study led by Dr. James Whedon from Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) has found that chiropractic care may be a safer option than traditional medical care for older adults with new-onset neck pain. The research, published this year and funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), analyzed Medicare claims data from 291,604 beneficiaries aged 65–99 who experienced a new episode of neck pain in 2019. Patients were grouped into three treatment approaches: Chiropractic Manipulative Therapy (CMT) Primary Medical Care with Prescription [...]

By |2025-10-17T15:19:02+00:00October 7, 2025|DC, DC-Organic, Front Page News|
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SCU Anatomy Lab Tours Inspire Future Healthcare Students

SCU Anatomy Lab Tours Inspire Future Healthcare Students Click on the image above to view a photo gallery. Two large charter buses pulled up to the Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) campus early on a Wednesday morning, delivering a group of curious students ready to explore the world of health sciences. The students, participating in the Whittier College Tech Trek program, were about to embark on an unforgettable journey into the human body, guided by SCU’s faculty [...]

By |2025-10-01T16:01:59+00:00October 1, 2025|DC-Organic, Front Page News|
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A Journey to the Roots of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine (ACHM): SCU’s Global Approach to ACHM Education

A Journey to the Roots of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine (ACHM): SCU’s Global Approach to ACHM Education During Spring Break, students from the Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine (ACHM) program travel across the Pacific to immerse themselves in the heart of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) at China Medical University (CMU), a world-renowned institution consistently ranked among Taiwan's top universities for medical programs. This unique educational exchange is part of an ongoing partnership between SCU and CMU—it blends centuries-old tradition with cutting-edge healthcare innovation, offering students an experience that goes far [...]

By |2025-10-19T15:53:29+00:00September 23, 2025|ACM, ACM-Organic, Front Page News|
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Southern California University of Health Sciences named a “2025 Great College to Work For,” with Special Honor Roll Distinction

Southern California University of Health Sciences named a “2025 Great College to Work For,” with Special Honor Roll Distinction Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, according to the Great Colleges to Work For® program. The results, released today in a special insert of The Chronicle of Higher Education, are based on a two-part assessment process: an institutional questionnaire that captures objective employment data and workplace policies from each institution, and a survey administered to faculty, administrators, and professional support staff. The primary factor in deciding [...]

By |2025-09-19T14:52:11+00:00September 19, 2025|Front Page News|
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SCU’s Summer IPE Week Brings Together Over 200 Students from Eight Different Academic Programs

SCU’s Summer IPE Week Brings Together Over 200 Students from Eight Different Academic Programs A record-breaking week of immersive, team-based learning prepares future healthcare professionals to lead in integrative, whole-person care. From July 28, 2025, to August 1, 2025, the SCU Center for Interprofessional Education hosted Summer IPE Week on campus. The week brought together more than 200 students for hands-on learning that strengthened teamwork, communication, and whole-person care across health disciplines. Students from eight programs worked side by side: Ayurveda Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine Chiropractic Occupational Therapy Physician Assistant Studies Accelerated Sciences Bachelor of Science in [...]

By |2025-09-23T14:33:45+00:00September 12, 2025|ACM-Organic, AYUR-Organic, BSHS-Organic, DC-Organic, DPT-Organic, DrWHL-Organic, Front Page News, Genetics-Organic, IPE News, MSGC-Organic, MSHGG-Organic, MSMS-Organic, MSPA-Organic, OTD-Organic|
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SCU Welcomes Inaugural Genetic Counseling Cohort

SCU Welcomes Inaugural Genetic Counseling Cohort Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is proud to welcome the inaugural class of the Master of Science in Genetic Counseling (MSGC) program, an extraordinary group of future healthcare leaders who will shape the next chapter of integrative, person-centered care. On September 2, 2025, these students made history as the first-ever cohort in SCU’s MSGC program, a highly anticipated launch aligned with the university’s mission to transform healthcare education through a Whole Health lens. A New Generation of Leaders Selected from a competitive pool of applicants nationwide, this first class embodies [...]

By |2025-09-12T18:20:36+00:00September 4, 2025|Front Page News, Genetics-Organic, MSGC-Organic|
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SCU’s Dr. Steffany Moonaz Champions Whole Health and Yoga Therapy at National Juvenile Arthritis Summit

SCU's Dr. Steffany Moonaz Champions Whole Health and Yoga Therapy at National Juvenile Arthritis Summit Click on the image above to view a photo gallery. At this year's Annual Juvenile Arthritis (JA) Summit hosted by the Arthritis Foundation, the theme was centered on one powerful and unifying word: Courage. The event brought together young warriors living with juvenile arthritis (JA), devoted families, and passionate professionals—all working to improve lives touched by the condition. Among the featured guests was Dr. Steffany Moonaz, Director of Health Services Research at Southern [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:43:57+00:00August 20, 2025|Front Page News|
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SCU’s Dr. Tracy Gaudet Highlights Whole Health Leadership at IFM Conference on Evolution of Medicine Podcast

SCU's Dr. Tracy Gaudet Highlights Whole Health Leadership at IFM Conference on Evolution of Medicine Podcast Dr. Tracy Gaudet, Executive Director of the Doctor of Whole Health Leadership (DrWHL) program at Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU), was recently a featured guest on the Evolution of Medicine podcast hosted by James Maskell. The interview was recorded live at the Institute for Functional Medicine's (IFM) 2025 Annual International Conference, which focused on the theme of Transformation through Innovation, Connection, and Comprehensive Care. A nationally recognized pioneer in Whole Health system redesign, Dr. Gaudet shared her insights from leading the historic [...]

By |2025-08-22T20:43:55+00:00August 12, 2025|DrWHL-Organic, Front Page News|
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Detoxify Your Life: Dr. Aly Cohen’s Mission to Empower a Healthier Generation

Detoxify Your Life: Dr. Aly Cohen's Mission to Empower a Healthier Generation SCU faculty member and author of the new book "Detoxify” shares how small changes can have big health impacts and why now is the time to act. Dr. Aly Cohen has worn many hats throughout her career—rheumatologist, environmental health expert, integrative medicine specialist, educator, and now, the author of Detoxify: The Everyday Consumer's Guide to a Toxin-Free, Healthy Life, published by S&S/Simon Element. Detoxify is more than just a book—it's a call to action for individuals and communities to reclaim their health through awareness, evidence-based strategies, and [...]

By |2025-09-22T21:26:20+00:00August 6, 2025|DrWHL-Organic, Front Page News|
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