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James Whedon’s Appointment to the Scientific Commission of Clinical Compass: A Step Forward for Chiropractic Evidence Synthesis

Southern California University Health Sciences (SCU) proudly announces the appointment of Senior Health Services Researcher James Whedon, DC, MS, to the Scientific Commission of Clinical Compass. This appointment is a testament to Whedon's extensive background in health services research and his unwavering commitment to advancing evidence-based practice within the chiropractic profession. Clinical Compass, a leading chiropractic evidence synthesis think-tank, plays a pivotal role in elevating chiropractic care through rigorous research and evidence synthesis. Members of the Scientific Commission, like Whedon, are tasked with developing a research agenda that addresses pressing questions in chiropractic care. This includes conducting systematic reviews and developing [...]

By |2025-08-21T00:16:45+00:00April 8, 2024|DC, DC-Organic|
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In Memoriam: SCU honors the life and legacy of LACC alumnus and longtime Professor, Dr. Keith Wells

In Memoriam: SCU honors the life and legacy of LACC alumnus and longtime Professor, Dr. Keith Wells February 2023 Lifelong chiropractic educator and Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) Los Angeles College of Chiropractic (LACC) Class of 1983 alumnus and longtime professor, Dr. Keith Andrew Wells passed away on Jan. 26, 2023 in Syracuse, New York. He was 67 years old. Dr. Wells was passionate about medical diagnoses, details and facts, and teaching ethics and Christian apologetics. He led many Bible studies and was a faculty advisor to the Christian Chiropractic Association. Dr. Wells has thousands of former students [...]

By |2025-08-22T21:04:47+00:00February 7, 2023|DC-Organic, Front Page News|
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FACES OF SCU: Fall Term 2022 Recap of Values Recognition

FACES OF SCU Fall Term 2022 Recap of SCU Values Recognition January 2023 To promote and celebrate SCU's values, the SCU Culture Crew recognizes a student, faculty, or staff, each month, who lives our University values, and/or the attributes named in our mission statement, including: Integrative Health Evidence-based Practice Inclusivity Health Equity Kindness Integrity Humor Determination To increase recognition of the great work people are doing and amplify SCU culture and values, following is a recap of the Fall Term 2022 SCU Values Winners: SEPTEMBER 2022 The September 2022 SCU Values winner was SCU Medical Sciences student Makayla Parker Knighten, [...]

By |2025-08-22T21:04:41+00:00January 30, 2023|Front Page News|
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SCU Ayurveda Program announces renewed agreement with Amrita University in India

Ayurveda Program at Southern California University of Health Sciences announces renewed agreement with Amrita University in India WHITTIER, CA - (Jan. 12, 2023) — Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) has announced that its Ayurveda Department has recently renewed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreement with Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University, in India. Amrita is one of India's top-ranked private universities, with seven campuses located in Amaravati, Amritapuri, Bengaluru, Chennai, Coimbatore, Kochi, and Mysuru and a new upcoming campus at NCR Delhi (Faridabad). Amrita is accredited ”˜A++' by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), an autonomous body established in [...]

By |2025-08-22T21:04:26+00:00January 12, 2023|AYUR-Organic, Front Page News|
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Ayurveda Program at SCU announces NAMAC Candidacy Status

Ayurveda Program at Southern California University of Health Sciences announces it is the first in the U.S. to receive NAMAC's Candidacy for Accreditation status WHITTIER, CA - (Jan. 12, 2023) — Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) has announced that its Ayurvedic Wellness Educator Certificate Program and Ayurvedic Practitioner Program has been granted Candidacy for Accreditation status by the National Ayurvedic Medicine Accreditation Council (NAMAC). SCU is the first ayurvedic program in the U.S. to receive NAMAC's Candidacy for Accreditation status. NAMAC is a programmatic accrediting agency for clinically focused Ayurvedic medical programs. Ayurveda healthcare providers use herbs, diet, lifestyle [...]

By |2025-08-22T21:04:24+00:00January 12, 2023|AYUR-Organic, Front Page News|
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SCU announces 2022 Faculty Awards

Southern California University of Health Sciences announces 2022 Faculty Awards Jan. 9, 2023 Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) announced the annual 2022 Faculty Award winners during the Jan. 6, 2023 Provost's Forum. SCU Faculty Awards recognize outstanding faculty for their achievements in the areas of teaching, contribution and scholarship. The university-wide recognition is also a means to encourage faculty to continue to excel in their professional fields and express appreciation for their contributions to SCU and to the field of healthcare. Three major areas have been identified in the Faculty Performance Appraisal system that represent the various activities [...]

By |2025-08-22T21:04:22+00:00January 9, 2023|Front Page News|
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FACES OF SCU: Summer Term 2022 Recap of Values Recognition

FACES OF SCU Summer Term 2022 Recap of SCU Values Recognition September 2022 To promote and celebrate SCU's values, the SCU Culture Crew recognizes a student, faculty, or staff, each month, who lives our University values, and/or the attributes named in our mission statement, including: Integrative Health Evidence-based Practice Inclusivity Health Equity Kindness Integrity Humor Determination To increase recognition of the great work people are doing and amplify SCU culture and values, following is a recap of our Summer Term 2022 SCU Values Winners: MAY 2022 The May 2022 SCU Values winner was Prasad Vinjamury, BAMS, Masters in Ayurveda, MAOM, [...]

By |2025-08-21T18:28:55+00:00September 26, 2022|Front Page News|
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Steffany Moonaz, Ph.D., C-IAYT, appointed as Associate Research Director for Southern California University of Health Sciences

Steffany Moonaz, Ph.D., C-IAYT, appointed as Associate Research Director for Southern California University of Health Sciences WHITTIER, CA. - (April 26, 2022) — Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) has appointed Steffany Moonaz, Ph.D., C-IAYT, as Associate Research Director. In her new role, Dr. Moonaz will help lead the growth of research activity and engagement at SCU. This includes conducting research projects at SCU, collaborating on projects with other institutions, growing research infrastructure, and finding ways to engage SCU students and faculty in the research process. "SCU is a leader among its peers in the acquisition of federal research [...]

By |2025-08-21T19:28:07+00:00April 26, 2022|Front Page News|
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SCU LACC faculty and alumni to present at 2022 Chiropractic Sports Sciences Symposium, hosted by the ACBSP

SCU LACC faculty and alumni to present at 2022 Chiropractic Sports Sciences Symposium, hosted by the ACBSP WHITTIER, CA. - (April 25, 2022) — Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) Los Angeles College of Chiropractic faculty, alumni and students will be presenting at the 2022 Chiropractic Sports Sciences Symposium, hosted by the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Sciences (ACBSP), from April 28 May 1, 2022. The 2022 ACBSP Symposium will be held in-person, with attendees gathering in Universal City, California for live events, including an SCU-hosted Alumni & Friends Cocktail Reception. The ACBSP promotes the highest standards of excellence [...]

By |2025-08-21T19:30:15+00:00April 25, 2022|DC-Organic, Front Page News|
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