Atlanta, Georgia – February 11, 2026- Life University proudly participated in Georgia Chiropractic Association (GCA) Capitol Day yesterday morning on February 10, 2026, celebrating chiropractic’s vital role in advancing the health and well-being of Georgians. Dr. Gilles LaMarche, Vice President of University Advancement, was joined by a small but enthusiastic group of students in representing the University alongside members of the Georgia Chiropractic Association (GCA), including President Dr. Winston Carhee and Executive Director Stephani Tucker.
The Life U delegation connected with several distinguished alumni, including Drs. Dawn Samad, Deborah Little, Marc Ellis, Pamela Stone, Bruce Salzinger, Chantaye Carhee, and Life University alumnae who now serve as members of the Georgia House of Representatives, Dr. Karen Mathiak and Dr. Anissa Jones. Both legislators were recognized by the Speaker of the House and proudly acknowledged the Life University group from The Well as they observed proceedings from the House Gallery.
During the day, the group met with numerous legislators, including Representatives Trey Kelly, Blake Tiller and Billy Mitchell, as well as Senators Chuck Hufstetler and Greg Dolezal, to discuss the importance of chiropractic care and its role in Georgia’s healthcare system. The current specific hot topic of discussion involved rallying behind Dr. Mathiak’s Insurance Transparency Bill (GA HB170), intended to protect Georgia patients and improve access to timely care.
“This experience was invaluable for our students,” said Dr. LaMarche. “They witnessed firsthand how advocacy and policy intersect, and how vital it is for chiropractors to have a voice in shaping the future of health care. We were proud to see how many legislators value their chiropractors and appreciate the impact our profession makes every day.”
The event underscored Life University’s ongoing commitment to advocacy, leadership and service within the chiropractic profession and the broader health community.
Founded in 1974, Life University is a health sciences institution most known for its College of Chiropractic. Undergraduates can pursue 12 undergraduate degrees; a pre-chiropractic, degree-seeking pathway; and three graduate degrees within the College of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies. Some degree programs are offered to distance learners through the College of Online Education.
Life University strives to empower our students to succeed both professionally and personally. At Life U, we innovate our approach to higher education, while also remaining true to our philosophical commitment to produce informed leaders who exemplify humanistic values in their professions. To achieve this goal, LIFE recognizes and demonstrates its dedication through three official Life University Values: Lasting Purpose, Vitalism and Integrity.
Life U’s 110-acre campus in Marietta, Georgia, just northwest of Atlanta, is home to more than 2,400 undergraduate, graduate and professional students who come from all 50 United States and more than 60 countries.
For more information about Life University, please visit life.edu.
For more information about the work of the GCA, visit gachiro.org.
About Life University
Life University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s and Doctor of Chiropractic degrees, and also has programmatic accreditation through the Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) and the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). The mission of Life University is to empower students with the education, skills and values necessary for career success and life fulfillment, based on a vitalistic philosophy.
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