AWARD DESCRIPTIONS
See below for the descriptions of awards open for nominations from our alumni and friends.
Chiropractor of the Year - Honors an individual who has made significant contributions to the chiropractic profession and leads the way for other doctors and patients. They exemplify Life U’s tradition of excellence and have brought credit to the university and their profession through professional achievements or humanitarian service.
Distinguished Alumnus - Honors a Life U alumnus/a who has reached the pinnacle of success in his or her career and has brought credit to themselves and to Life U. The contribution(s) do not need to be publicly renowned but should represent important creative effort or accomplishment with societal or educational value.
Honorary Alumnus - Honors a friend of Life University who has reached the pinnacle of their individual career and life success, including making a measurable difference in their profession, community and at Life University.
Lasting Purpose: To Do - Honors an individual who contributes time, talent and treasure to Life University and the chiropractic profession.
Lasting Purpose: To Love - Honors an individual who exemplifies the highest level of pride and love for Life U.
Lasting Purpose: To Serve - Honors an individual who has been a beacon for Life U in their service to their community and our profession.
The Sunshine LIFE Award - Honors an individual (non-DC) who exhibits the true mission of Life U shown by their Serving, Unwavering, Nurturing Spirit, and strives for Harmony, Impact, Nobility and Empathy in everything they do.
Young Alumnus Award - Honors a young Life U alumnus/a, who has graduated within the last ten years, for his or her outstanding professional and community achievements.
2024 AWARD RECIPIENTS
Chiropractor of the Year - B.J. Hardick, D.C. ('01)
Distinguished Alumnus - Stan Pierce, D.C. ('99)
Honorary Alumnus - John Williams, D.C.
Lasting Purpose: To Give - 100% Chiropractic: Jason Helfrich, D.C. & Vanessa Helfrich, D.C.
Lasting Purpose: To Do - Michael Longyear, D.C.
Lasting Purpose: To Love - Edwin Cordero, D.C. ('93)
Lasting Purpose: To Serve - Marc Ellis, D.C. ('02)
LIFEforce: Impact - Mike McClellan, D.C. ('86) & Leslie McClellan, D.C. ('95)
LIFEforce: Will Not Stop - Stu Katzen, D.C. (M.S. '97, D.C. '97) & Mrs. Eve Katzen
Lifetime Giving - Life Rugby Alumni Association: Jay Zimmerman, D.C. ('87)
Legacy Society Award - Jeffrey Aita, D.C. & Mrs. Carol Aita
Lifetime Acheivement - Andy Krantz, D.C. ('78)
Spirit of Philanthropy - Christina Gray, D.C. ('94) & Mr. Jodie Gray
The Sunshine LIFE Award - Mrs. Neia Diaz
Young Alumnus Award - JaGarren Knight-Bryant, D.C. ('19)
P.E.A.K. Doctor of the Year - Rebecca Yaun, D.C. ('10)
Honorary University Advancement Team Award - John Downes, D.C. ('86)
2024 ACADEMY OF FELLOWS INDUCTEES
Durie D. Humber, Sr., D.C.
Guy Riekeman, D.C.
Michael Schmidt, D.C.
Ruth "Sunshine" Ribley