Clearing the fog using Chiropractic Techniques with Anaiah Christensen – Podcast
Anaiah Christensen is a D.C. student who has embraced the healthful Chiropractic lifestyle wholeheartedly, experiencing a more fulfilled self. She has a special interest in learning hands-on techniques as much as possible, in particular Applied Kinesiology and Functional Neurology. She also discusses the joys of being involved in chiropractic mission trips.
Finding a Chiropractic Dream School in her Georgia Backyard, with Ashlee Wood – Podcast
Ashlee Wood is born and raised in Georgia, taking advantage of living very close to Life University once she realized Chiropractic was her passion. Wood now serves as President of the Upper Cervical Club and looks forward to graduation and her PEAK internships.
Inspiring other D.C. students far from home, with Kaira Rodriguez Benitez – Podcast
Kaira Rodriguez Benitez is a proud Puerto Rican native, one of many that have chosen to come study at Life University at one time or another. She discusses the challenges of conquering language and cultural barriers while pursuing her chiropractic passion. She serves at the Secretary/Treasurer for the Student Ambassadors.
The beauty of language and cultural connection, with James Osburn – Podcast
James Osburn, Adjunct Professor of Liberal Studies at Life University, teaches English and Spanish courses. He has lived a fascinating life, serving in the Peace Corps and using his language skills in profound ways. He discusses how becoming bilingual is not only a social asset but often a professional asset as well.
Maintaining Chiropractic Health for Student Athletes with Dr. Robert Dubuque- Podcast
It’s always a treat for our host Dr. Veronica Garcia- Chapparo to get to have an in-depth chat with a former D.C. classmate and now Life U colleague. Dr. Robert Dubuque is Life U’s Director of Chiropractic Sports Performance and a Faculty Clinician. Caring for the chiropractic needs of our student-athletes at home and on the road is a daunting prospect to say the least. Dr. Dubuque discusses how he manages the many curveballs thrown his way.
Opening up to new career paths, transitioning from journalism to Chiropractic- with Elijah Voyles- Podcast
Elijah Voyles is like many modern students, in that he has had a few career pivots in the course of his life. He originally studied journalism, then went into Medicaid sales, which ignited an interest in healthcare and eventually led him to pursue a chiropractic degree at Life University. Now as a D.C. student and Student Ambassador, he helps other students figure out their next steps.
Answering a calling toward Pediatric Chiropractic, with Melanie Reyes-Margolla- Podcast
It’s truly amazing how Chiropractic can change the trajectory of a person’s life. Puerto Rican native Melanie Reyes- Margolla had a long-standing desire to pursue a chiropractic education after attending a Life Leadership Weekend at Life University, but Hurricane Maria delayed her plans for a year. While working as a teacher in the meantime, she saw firsthand the tremendous healing that a student of hers experienced from chiropractic care and that renewed her resolve. Today she is President of Student LIFEforce, encouraging other prospective and future D.C. students to take that leap of faith. Her goal is to become a Pediatric Chiropractor.
The Diversity Dish: Cultivating Inclusivity for a Healthy Campus Culture, with Dr. Harrison Davis- Podcast
As Chief Diversity Officer and Director of the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (ODEI), Dr. Harrison Davis has quite the responsibility to implement and promote campus policies that are fair and equitable, taking into account the needs of an increasingly complex student body. Dr. Davis details his early efforts to survey the cultural climate at play at Life University, before seeking to improve upon it. His department has since assisted in facilitating numerous cultural events and educational opportunities related to Black History Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month and countless other efforts where appropriate.
How a training Physician’s Assistant came to Chiropractic, with Kathleen Kim – Podcast
It’s not uncommon for some individuals originally pursuing a traditional medical profession end up instead being inspired to a chiropractic career instead. That is exactly how it was for Kathleen Kim, a D.C. student and Student Ambassador who pursued a physician’s assistant path but after working in a few chiropractic offices, soon enough she realized that Chiropractic was her best way to help people in a holistic manner. Since then, she has come a long way in her studies, becoming a leader in the student community and mentoring students as a Student Ambassador and Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) tutor.
Conflict Resolution, Faith and Lasting Purpose with Andre Clanton – Podcast
Conflict is an uncomfortable but sometimes unavoidable part of collegiate life. As Director of Conflict Resolution and Accountability, Andre Clanton reiterates that the process is not necessarily meant to be punitive but rather restorative and rehabilitative, getting to the bottom of the root of a problem and finding a workable solution. Clanton is a fascinating man with many talents and interests, including serving as an Associate Pastor at a local church and lending his baritone voice to the Voices of LIFE gospel choir.
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