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Yoga May Offer Cost-Effective Solution for Knee Osteoarthritis, New Study Finds

April 23, 2026|Comments Off on Yoga May Offer Cost-Effective Solution for Knee Osteoarthritis, New Study Finds

Yoga May Offer Cost-Effective Solution for Knee Osteoarthritis, New Study Finds A new study led by 91ÐÔÏ¢¸Û of Health Sciences (SCU) Research Director Dr. Steffany Moonaz provides compelling evidence that yoga [...]

The Future of Integrative, Whole-Person Healthcare: 5 Trends Shaping the Next Decade

April 3, 2026|Comments Off on The Future of Integrative, Whole-Person Healthcare: 5 Trends Shaping the Next Decade

The Future of Integrative, Whole-Person Healthcare: 5 Trends Shaping the Next Decade Healthcare is undergoing one of the most significant transformations in modern history. Advances in technology, growing research in lifestyle medicine, and [...]

SCU Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Tori Reccord Earns CCSP Certification in Sports Medicine

March 24, 2026|Comments Off on SCU Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Tori Reccord Earns CCSP Certification in Sports Medicine

SCU Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Tori Reccord Earns CCSP Certification, Expands Sports Medicine Expertise Faculty at 91ÐÔÏ¢¸Û of Health Sciences (SCU) continue to advance their expertise to better support student learning and [...]

SCU Research Highlights the Health Benefits of Laughter Yoga for Children

March 10, 2026|Comments Off on SCU Research Highlights the Health Benefits of Laughter Yoga for Children

SCU Research Highlights the Health Benefits of Laughter Yoga for Children Laughter yoga is a structured mind–body practice that combines intentional laughter with breathing and gentle movement to improve children’s emotional and physical [...]

What Is a White Coat Ceremony and Why Does It Matter in Healthcare Education?

March 4, 2026|Comments Off on 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 [...]

Why Mentorship Matters: How Supportive Work Environments Shape the Journey from OT Student to Certified Hand Therapist

February 20, 2026|Comments Off on Why Mentorship Matters: How Supportive Work Environments Shape the Journey from OT Student to Certified Hand Therapist

Why Mentorship Matters: How Supportive Work Environments Shape the Journey from OT Student to Certified Hand Therapist Becoming a healthcare professional involves more than completing coursework or accumulating clinical hours. Long-term success depends [...]

Medicare Covers Acupuncture—So Why Can’t Licensed Acupuncturists Provide It?

February 13, 2026|Comments Off on Medicare Covers Acupuncture—So Why Can’t Licensed Acupuncturists Provide It?

Medicare Covers Acupuncture—So Why Can’t Licensed Acupuncturists Provide It? Nearly five years after Medicare approved acupuncture as a covered, evidence-based treatment for chronic low back pain, access to care remains strikingly uneven across [...]

SCU Faculty Spotlight: Global Leadership in Whole Health at International Integrative Medicine Congress

February 5, 2026|Comments Off on SCU Faculty Spotlight: Global Leadership in Whole Health at International Integrative Medicine Congress

SCU Faculty Spotlight: Global Leadership in Whole Health at International Integrative Medicine Congress Faculty leaders from 91ÐÔÏ¢¸Û of Health Sciences (SCU) took the global stage this fall, showcasing the university’s growing [...]

SCU Doctor of Occupational Therapy Student Rekha Todker-Sulkar Honored with Chuck Strauch Award

January 30, 2026|Comments Off on 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 [...]

SCU Introduces Online, Self-Paced Ayurveda Short Courses for Learners Everywhere

January 21, 2026|Comments Off on SCU Introduces Online, Self-Paced Ayurveda Short Courses for Learners Everywhere

SCU Introduces Online, Self-Paced Ayurveda Short Courses for Learners Everywhere Responding to growing interest in integrative and preventive approaches to health and wellness, 91ÐÔÏ¢¸Û of Health Sciences (SCU) today announced the [...]

2025 Commencement Valedictorian Jamie Gabriel Inspires Graduates with a Call to Lead with Balance, Compassion, and Service

January 16, 2026|Comments Off on 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 91ÐÔÏ¢¸Û of Health Sciences 2025 Commencement Ceremony, Jamie Gabriel, valedictorian for the [...]

SCU Launches New Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Psychodynamic Psychology Starting Fall 2026

January 9, 2026|Comments Off on 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 91ÐÔÏ¢¸Û of Health Sciences (SCU) is proud [...]

2025 Commencement Speaker Dr. Russell Greenfield: A Call to Heal with Humility, Service, and Gratitude

December 30, 2025|Comments Off on 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 91ÐÔÏ¢¸Û of Health Sciences’ 2025 Commencement Ceremony, graduates and their families were invited into a [...]