Gaining Leverage through Pole Vault, with Megan Judge – Podcast
Megan Judge is a D.C. student and Women’s Track and Field Team member. Her signature event type is pole vault, a segment of track and field that Life U has not had as much traction in. She chats about what drove her to the sport and what drives her now, personally, academically and beyond.
Sports Media Madness, Wrestling and More with Devyn Gomez – Podcast
Devyn Gomez is a B.B.A student and Women’s Wrestler for Life University. She grew up as a a jack of all trades when it came to sports, trying her hand at gymnastics, dance and countless others. But wrestling quickly captured her heart. Now as this All-American looks to her career future, she has big dreams of working in sports media, perhaps even ESPN one day. She already has some good practice under her belt, conducting interviews with student athletes on behalf of Life U and shadowing our Sports Information Director.
Advancing Women in Chiropractic with Chrysanthi Rodriguez – Podcast
Underestimate women at your own peril. Women have been a major part of chiropractic history from its inception and the profession will only continue to reach its full potential with dedicated women as part of the equation. Chrysanthi Rodriguez is a D.C. student and President of the Women’s Chiropractic Club at Life University. She discusses why she felt called to form this group and the goals of the group.
Crossing New Roads Through Life U Men’s Lacrosse, with Coach Michael Baggetta – Podcast
Starting a new collegiate sports team program from scratch is no small feat, yet Head Coach of Life U Men’s Lacrosse Michael Baggetta is up to the task. Baggetta has a respectable history of coaching teams with academic success as top priority, while still remaining competitive athletically. It’s a tradition that he hopes to continue at Life U and so far seems to be playing out well.
Oh Canada! How Canadian Chiropractic Students Have Built Community, with Cody Gillis- Podcast
Life University prides itself on the diverse student population that we attract and serve. For example, we do have a significant group of students from the northern neighbor of the of U.S., Canada. Cody Gillis is the Prime Minister of the newly-reformed Canada Club, a group that allows Canadian students and students interested in practicing Chiropractic in Canada to build community and to learn more about the ever-changing practice requirements in that country. The club also breaches the topic of how to adapt what they have learned at Life U to a culture that might have a different viewpoint in terms of care.
Bridging Athletics with the entire Life U Community, with Tatiana Warman – Podcast
If you are familiar with the geography of the Life U campus, you might notice that it is somewhat split into two halves by our main street, Barclay Circle. Students heavily engaged in Athletics or Sport Health Science programs spend much of their time on the side nearest Rottenwood Creek, while most other academic endeavors of the University occur on the opposite side. Tatiana Warman, Director of Athletic Health, talks about how this artificial divide can be isolating and she hopes more ways can be found to help the whole campus feel more connected. She also discusses her career at Life U first as an athletic trainer, which has expanded into a larger administrative role that gives her the chance to make an even broader impact.
7th Quarter Stretch, Student LIFEforce and Pediatric Chiropractic with Alexis Luttrell – Podcast
Sometimes the call to a chiropractic career can come rather unexpectedly and dramatically, as was the case with D.C. student Alexis Luttrell. After a fateful visit to Life U campus with a friend, she fell in love with the campus and the philosophy, quit her waitress job and began working in a chiropractic office for several years before enrolling in chiropractic school. She now serves as V.P of Student LIFEforce and President of Pediatric Experience, ever-hungry for more knowledge about what it takes to succeed in her chosen field.
Thinking Beyond the Next Test to the Big Picture, with Dr. Stephen Paterno – Podcast
Pretty much no one likes the idea of undergoing rigorous, nail-biting testing to prove just how well they are understanding complex concepts. However, that is a major reality of chiropractic education, a necessary one to help ensure new chiropractors will be prepared to treat patients effectively and safely. The first comprehensive test that chiropractic students take at Life U is usually the OSCE in 12th quarter, designed to prepare students for the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) exams and primarily modeled after Part IV in style. Dr. Stephen Paterno is the Director of Clinical Assessment, discussing the role of assessment, proper preparation and retention of knowledge in future success as a chiropractic practitioner.
Finding a Voice through Music, Chiropractic and Service with Krystian Mitchell – Podcast
Many people make lifelong friendships and connections in college, simply by making a point to get involved and find common interests to connect over. Krystain Mitchell is a D.C. student who stays grounded through singing with the Voices of LIFE gospel choir as well as her work as an Orientation leader. Finding creative outlets and ways to give back to the community outside of the chiropractic bubble can be very healthy and sustaining to students.
Wrestling With Sports, Self and Success with Kyle Homet – Podcast
Kyle Homet is a B.B.A student and Life U Men’s Wrestler. He’s been wrestling for 17 years, coming of age in the sport and learning that he is competing to improve himself, not necessarily to defeat others. Diet, focus and discipline are areas he has worked to mature in. He has gained wisdom he hopes to share with others.
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