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LEAPS Experience Inspires SCU OTD Student’s Vision for Latino Caregivers

LEAPS Experience Inspires SCU OTD Student’s Vision for Latino Caregivers Selected for a national interdisciplinary leadership development program, Doctor of Occupational Therapy student Gabriella Ulloa is turning lessons in integrative health into a community-based initiative supporting Latino caregivers. When Southern California University of Health Sciences Doctor of Occupational Therapy student Gabriella “Gabby” Ulloa was selected for the Leadership and Education Program for Students in Integrative Medicine (LEAPS), she saw more than an opportunity to expand her education. She saw a chance to explore how occupational therapy, integrative healthcare, and personal wellness practices could come together to improve the [...]

By |2026-08-10T17:01:15+00:00August 11, 2026|Front Page News, OTD-Organic, SCU News|
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How Occupational Therapy Helps Bring Lifestyle Medicine into Daily Life

How Occupational Therapy Helps Bring Lifestyle Medicine into Daily Life Maria knew she needed to eat better and move more. Her physician had concerns about her Type 2 diabetes, weight, and declining quality of life. However, knowing what to do was not enough. Maria was a 52-year-old single mother of two teenagers who worked full time as a receptionist. Most evenings, she felt too tired to cook, walk her dogs, help her children with activities, or see friends. She spent hours watching television or scrolling through social media. Activities she once enjoyed had disappeared from her routine. Her [...]

By |2026-07-20T20:05:25+00:00July 16, 2026|Front Page News, OTD-Organic, SCU News|
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SCU Eastern Medicine Students Deepen Global Perspective Through Exclusive China Exchange Experiences

SCU Eastern Medicine Students Deepen Global Perspective Through Exclusive China Exchange Experiences Click on the image above to view a photo gallery. Students from the Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine program at Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) recently participated in two international experiences in China, gaining new perspectives on Eastern Medicine, cultural tradition, clinical practice, and the role of community in health. The experiences included the SCU Exchange Program in China (Shanghai and [...]

By |2026-06-03T15:44:45+00:00June 3, 2026|ACM-Organic, Front Page News, SCU News|
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How SCU Student Services Supports Whole Health and Student Wellness

How SCU Student Services Supports Whole Health and Student Wellness At Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU), the concept of Whole Health is not confined to the classroom; it’s built into the student experience. On a typical week, students might step away from their academic schedules to participate in a yoga session, a stress management workshop, or a community-building activity. These offerings, often part of initiatives like Wellness Wednesday, reflect a broader effort to support students as individuals, not just learners. Extending Whole Health Beyond Academics As an integrative, Whole Health university, SCU emphasizes the connection between [...]

By |2026-04-29T15:54:50+00:00April 30, 2026|Front Page News, SCU News|
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A New Model for Physical Therapy Education: Inside SCU’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Immersive Lab

A New Model for Physical Therapy Education: Inside SCU’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Immersive Lab Click on the image above to view a photo gallery. Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) recently welcomed the inaugural cohort of its Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program to the Whittier campus for a nine-day immersive lab experience. The experience brought together 88 students and 15 faculty members, marking an important milestone in the launch of SCU’s newest healthcare program and introducing a distinctive approach to [...]

By |2026-03-30T14:42:00+00:00March 30, 2026|DPT-Organic, Front Page News, SCU News|
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What Is a White Coat Ceremony and Why Does It Matter in Healthcare Education?

What Is a White Coat Ceremony and Why Does It Matter in Healthcare Education? Every year, hundreds of SCU students participate in White Coat Ceremonies as they transition from classroom learning to supervised clinical training. These ceremonies are more than just tradition. They have a rich history rooted in the same whole-person approach to care that SCU embraces as an Integrative, Whole Health University. What Is a White Coat Ceremony? A White Coat Ceremony is a meaningful rite of passage that formally welcomes students into a healthcare profession. During the ceremony, students receive their first white coats and [...]

By |2026-03-27T23:04:03+00:00March 4, 2026|Front Page News, SCU News|
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SCU Doctor of Occupational Therapy Student Rekha Todker-Sulkar Honored with Chuck Strauch Award

SCU Doctor of Occupational Therapy Student Rekha Todker-Sulkar Honored with Chuck Strauch Award Photo: Rekha Todker-Sulkar (center) received the Chuck Strauch Award from the California Foundation for Occupational Therapy When Rekha Todker-Sulkar, a student in the Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program at Southern California University of Health Sciences, was honored with the Chuck Strauch Award from the California Foundation for Occupational Therapy at the Occupational Therapy Association of California Conference, the moment marked far more than a professional milestone. For Todker-Sulkar, a longtime pediatric occupational therapy assistant who returned to graduate school after years of [...]

By |2026-03-27T23:06:55+00:00January 30, 2026|Front Page News, OTD-Organic, SCU News|
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2025 Commencement Valedictorian Jamie Gabriel Inspires Graduates with a Call to Lead with Balance, Compassion, and Service

2025 Commencement Valedictorian Jamie Gabriel Inspires Graduates with a Call to Lead with Balance, Compassion, and Service At the Southern California University of Health Sciences 2025 Commencement Ceremony, Jamie Gabriel, valedictorian for the Master of Science in Physician Assistant program, delivered an inspiring and deeply personal address that captured the heart of SCU’s Whole Health mission. Balancing multiple roles as a full-time Los Angeles County Fire Department captain, a graduate student, and a parent, Gabriel spoke powerfully about perseverance, leadership through service, and the importance of balance — not only in patient care, but in life itself. Her [...]

By |2026-03-27T23:08:52+00:00January 16, 2026|Front Page News, MSPA-Organic, SCU News|
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SCU Launches New Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Psychodynamic Psychology Starting Fall 2026

SCU Launches New Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Psychodynamic Psychology Starting Fall 2026 A new era for developmental, psychodynamic, and Whole Health–centered psychology education Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is proud to introduce its newest graduate program—the Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Psychodynamic Psychology, launching Fall 2026. Designed for licensed or license-eligible mental health professionals who want deeper clinical insight, advanced training, and the flexibility to continue working full-time, this new doctoral program represents a powerful milestone in SCU’s evolution as the Integrative Whole Health University. The PsyD program traces its roots to the highly respected [...]

By |2026-03-27T23:09:23+00:00January 9, 2026|Front Page News, PsyD, SCU News|
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2025 Commencement Speaker Dr. Russell Greenfield: A Call to Heal with Humility, Service, and Gratitude

2025 Commencement Speaker Dr. Russell Greenfield: A Call to Heal with Humility, Service, and Gratitude At Southern California University of Health Sciences’ 2025 Commencement Ceremony, graduates and their families were invited into a deeply reflective and inspiring moment with Dr. Russell Greenfield, the University’s commencement speaker. A nationally recognized physician leader in Whole Health, Dr. Greenfield delivered a moving address that blended personal storytelling, moral clarity, and a powerful call to service. His message challenged the Class of 2025 to see healing not merely as a profession, but as a sacred responsibility, one rooted in humility, presence, and [...]

By |2026-03-27T23:10:02+00:00December 30, 2025|Front Page News, SCU News|
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