A Legacy of Love and Service: Larrie Smisson’s 45-Year Journey at Life University
For 45 years, Larrie Smisson has been a familiar and beloved face at Life University (Life U). As the front desk associate for the CC-HOP Student Clinic, Smisson has not only witnessed generations of chiropractic students come and go – she’s supported them every step of the way with compassion, patience and unwavering dedication.
Faces of Life U: Brooklyn Vaifanua
Originally from Carson, California, Brooklyn Vanifanua came to Life University (Life U) ready to play. She is an esteemed member of the Life U Women’s Rugby team, performing the position of blindside flanker.
Complementary Healthcare Considerations for Pregnant Women
Today’s blog explores three holistic ways that pregnant women can promote health and healing during their pregnancy: nutrition, chiropractic care and Lamaze breathing.
Chiropractic Wellness at Every Life Stage
Did you know that chiropractic care can have significant health and wellness benefits at every stage of life? Here at Life University (Life U), we educate and support our future chiropractic professionals and the community about a holistic chiropractic philosophy that utilizes Chiropractic as a means to promote lifelong health rather than simply relying on symptom-based methodologies.
Engaged Students Becoming Engaged Chiropractors with Sarai Camacho – Podcast
Sarai Camacho is a D.C. student and Student Ambassador who represents the benefits of being all in in her chiropractic education, showing openness to learn and to serve in a way that will translate well in her student internship and eventual practice.
Promoting Neuroplasticity for a Revitalized Brain
The brain is a muscle, and like any muscle, it requires exercise to function optimally. But it’s not like there is a gym for the brain, right? Let’s identify some ways in which neuroplasticity can be improved in the brain.
Launching Unexpected Research Interests in Biology with Megan Cronje- Podcast
Every little girl dreams about one day meticulously studying the pelvic girdles of rodents and how it affects growth, right? Eh, probably not. Yet Megan Cronje as a B.S in Biology student and RISE scholar has developed a taste for research and where it can take her in life. Learning how to probe obscure questions and present her ideas has helped her build confidence and see the possibilities.
Spring into Fitness- Campus Recreation and Wellness
The time has come when the leaves start to bud. The flowers will begin to bloom, and the sun will shine brighter each day. Spring is here, and it’s time to “spring into fitness.”
What is the Life University Launchpad?
You might have heard about a not-so-little plan to usher our not-so-little Life University (Life U) into a new era of growth and success, called the Life University Launchpad. But what exactly is it and what does it mean for the Life U community?
Shaping and Marketing Your Personal Approach to Chiropractic, featuring Dr. Aryn Gabai
Dr. Aryn Gabia, Life University Alumnus and Owner/Chiropractor for Pennington Family Chiropractic, takes a truly global view at the potential impact that chiropractic can have. Toward the end of school, he traveled with one of the first groups of students to deliver chiropractic care in a Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital in Zigong, China. Following his work in China, he interned at the World Health Organization in Geneva, Switzerland in the Department for Traditional Medicine working on documents that set standards for care in multiple fields of traditional medicine including Ayurveda, Thai Massage, Naturopathy and others. He treats the world as a never-ending classroom and playground, eager to learn and teach and grow.
Life Leadership Weekend (LLW) Gets a Refresh for April 2025
If you haven’t registered yet for April 2025 Life Leadership Weekend (LLW), don’t miss out. It is being held on the Life University (Life U) campus on April 24-27, 2025. This immersive featured event is a unique and one-of-a-kind opportunity for prospective students to explore the chiropractic profession and experience the exceptional education that Life U offers.
Good Advice and Advising with Teshia Sims -podcast
In a twist of delightful fate, the Living Life at Life U podcast bring our host Dr. Veronica Garcia-Chapparo back together with Teshia Sims, her former academic advisor during her schooling days. Sims now serves as a Graduate Program Advisor, assisting individuals in our graduate programs in how to make the most out of their time at our esteemed institution, Life University.