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Alumni Updates

Dr. Keith Rau (‘82) and his wife Lynnette (‘82) celebrated the marriage of their daughter Melissa to Aaron Bailey on February 23, 2013.  It was a glorious day!

Welcome aboard our newest State Rep for Massachusetts, Dr. Jean-Marc Slak ('84)! As a State Rep, Slak will serve as a liaison between Massachusetts and the University to help strengthen relationships among our alumni and friends.

Dr. Thomas W. Mercante (’95) and Dr. Shay A. Jones (’12) of AlignLife in Summerville, SC was awarded “Best Chiropractor in Summerville” from the readers choice awards, Summerville Journal Scene, for the second year in a row.

 

Drs. Gary Scardino (’96) and Stu Katzen (’97), along with Board of Trustee Member, Dr. Jay Handt and his wife Kathi Handt, were among several LIFE Alumni & Friends present at the annual Chiropractic Friends, Feb. 22-24 in Spring Lake, N.J. for a weekend of food, fellowship and fun.

Welcome aboard our newest State Reps for Vermont and Wisconsin, Drs. Palmer Peet (‘83) and Dawn Cadwallader (‘96)! As State Reps, they will serve as liaisons between their state and the University to help strengthen relationships among our alumni and friends.

Dr. Pamela Stone (‘00) will be hosting students in her Kennesaw practice for another installment of Real World: DCs (RWDC) on Thursday, April 4 from 7:00-9:00 p.m.  RWDC is a valuable and fun way for students to begin thinking about their future careers while developing a close rapport with LIFE alumni.

Want to share something with your fellow classmates? Send us an email and tell us about it! Alumni@LIFE.edu

News on Campus

Real World: DCs Recap: Dr. Deborah Pogrelis (’78)
Aspiring chiropractors gathered Thursday at Towne Lake Family Chiropractic to mingle with Life University’s Board of Trustee Chairman, Dr. Deborah Pogrelis (’78).

The intimate one-on-one setting allowed students to ask a multitude of questions and receive valuable “real world” advice.

Upon showing the students the ins-and-outs of her practice, Pogrelis demonstrated a mock new patient procedure. Each student acquired a new patient folder and witnessed a mock consultation and report of findings. In addition, Pogrelis’ daughter, Zoe, extended knowledge and support in the aspect of insurance and general office management practices.

Overall, the students were eager to gain new knowledge and take advantage of the opportunity to interact with our LIFE alumna. Our next host will be Dr. Pamela Stone (’00) of Stone Family Chiropractic on Thursday, April 4 from 7:00-9:00 p.m.

 

Dr. Sid Williams Assembly and Dedication
The Dr. Sid Williams' Assembly and Dedication held on campus Friday, March 8 was an event to remember.  Like Dr. Riekeman and many of the other speakers noted, it was evident that Dr. Sid was present in spirit.  The amazing performances by the Atlanta Drumline and the Epeheseda Youth Choir (EYC), the commemorative speeches from some of Dr. Sid's greatest friends and colleagues, and the lighting of the Eternal Flame behind the Bell Tower were all things that will be forever entrenched in the memories of the LIFE community.  It was a fantastic time to celebrate the man who enriched so many of our lives and defended the principles of the profession we hold so dear.

Thanks to everyone for their attendance at this event, and may each of you strive to carry out the Lasting Purpose that Dr. Sid left us with--To Give, To Do, To Love, To Serve Out of a Sense of Abundance.

To view the video from the assembly and dedication, please click here.

 

2013 CRC Event - Buy Your Tickets Now!
Last year we rocked the house with our incredible fan support at the College Rugby Championship (CRC) in Philadelphia.  Based on our presence, the tournament organizers invited us back this year. Let's wow everyone again with even more fans in 2013!

The general package is $35 for a two-day ticket and a fan t-shirt.Go to www.Rugby4LIFE.com to purchase your package today.

Also, like the Facebook page to keep up to date on the latest news on the team and the 2013 CRC at Rugby4LIFE.

This is THE event of the year - don't miss the party!

 

Celebrating a class reunion this year? Join your Reunion Committee!
It’s time for your reunion! It’s a time to reconnect with fellow classmates and reminisce about your time spent at LIFE. Mark your calendars! The Alumni & Friends Party and Class Reunions are scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 5 from 6:30-10:00 p.m. during our Fall CE Weekend.

Do you want your class to be the largest in attendance at the party? Be a part of the Reunion Committee and help us promote the reunion! As a committee member, if you recruit 10 paying party participants, your registration to the party is FREE! 

We are currently recruiting committee members for the classes of 1978, 1983, 1988, 1993, 1998, 2003 & 2008.

For more information, please contact the Department of Alumni Relations at Alumni@LIFE.edu


Life University is coming to Ohio and Wisconsin!

LIFE In Your City is a multi-faceted way to improve your own practice, earn accredited continuing education, and help strengthen the entire chiropractic profession…without leaving town.

We hope to see you when LIFE comes to Ohio and Wisconsin! 
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LIFE Wins Final TranSouth Conference Championship, 70-68 

Life University's outstanding performance clenched the Running Eagles the final TranSouth Athletic Conference title in a 70-68 win over Freed-Hardeman University (Tenn.).  From tip-off to the final buzzer, it was a non-stop battle for the win.

The win earned LIFE an automatic bid to their fifth consecutive appearance at the Buffalo Funds-NAIA Division I Men's National Championship in Kansas City, Mo.

The Lions were down by one point with :15 on the clock when a foul called on Mark Brown put Latraius Mosley at the line shooting double-bonus, where he made one of his two shots. With :04 left, the Lions missed their final three-point attempt to give LIFE the win and the conference title. 

The 76th Annual Buffalo Funds-NAIA National Championship is held at Municipal Auditorium March 13-19. The Running Eagles anxiously await the announcement of their first-round opponent.  

To read more about the Running Eagles win, please click here.

 

Running Eagles Volunteer at Elementary School in Kansas City
As part of the Life University's Champions of Character initiative, the Running Eagles basketball team spent their first full day in Kansas City volunteering at Overland Trail Elementary School on Tuesday.

 The athletes played games with students and took turns sharing information about Champions of Character topics like teamwork, integrity and sportsmanship. LIFE’s men’s basketball team was in Kansas City to compete in the NAIA National Basketball Tournament.

Volunteering is a huge part of student-athlete life at Life University. Our teams participate in volunteer efforts several times each quarter with organizations like Kiwanis Club, Keep Marietta Beautiful, the Cobb County Center for Family Resources, and more. Each year the Running Eagles continue their volunteering while in Kansas City for the National Tournament. In the past, our team has also worked with YMCA after-school programs and other local elementary schools. 


Upcoming Events

Dead Chiropractic Society’s California Jam

What: Alumni & Friends Luncheon
Where: The Center Club
            Mozart Room
            650 Town Center
            Costa Mesa, CA 92626
When: Friday, March 22, 2013 from 1:15-2:30 p.m. 
Event is complimentary, but reservations are required. Please click here to register by Monday, March 18, 2013.

Ignite your LIFE Chiropractic Career Nights

What: Life University's top administrators and faculty members will be visiting local colleges, meeting with student organizations and looking to connect with YOU! Hear from some of the best speakers in the chiropractic profession as they host Chiropractic Career Nights. 

Next Stops: LIFE is coming to Ohio March 19-20.
                  LIFE is coming to New York April 2-3.
                  LIFE is coming to Michigan April 10-11.

Please click here for a list of cities and registrations.

North Carolina Chiropractic Association’s Spring Conference

What: Alumni & Friends Reception
Where: The Westin Charlotte
            601 South College Street
            Charlotte, NC 28202
When: Friday, April 5, 2013 from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Event is complimentary, but reservations are required. Please click here to register by Monday, April 1, 2013.

Alumni & Friends Reception hosted by Drs. John Jay Sayers, Richard Bogdanski (‘81) and Brian DiRussa (‘94) 

Where: Courtyard Long Island MacArthur Airport
            5000 Express Drive South
            Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
When: Thursday, April 11, 2013 from 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Event is complimentary, but reservations are required. Please click here to register by Monday, April 8, 2013.

Continuing Education Opportunities

CCEP Mod 4 – Upper Extremity, 15 hours taught by Dr. Marni Capes

Where: Life University

When: Saturday, April 13, from 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; Sunday, April 14, from 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 

Fees: Doctor - $310 each; Student/Faculty/PEAK/LIFEforce Doctor - $135 each; Refresher - $210 each

To register, please click here. For questions, please contact PostGrad@LIFE.edu or 770-426-2753.

Online CE credits now offered at LIFE
LIFE’s online CE program offers more than 150 hours of courses on diverse topics that affect your practice and patient care. To learn more about the courses and to see if your state accepts online credits, please click here

Please visit LIFE’s Postgraduate and Continuing Education department website for a list of available CE opportunities.

Opportunities for Engagement

State Representatives Wanted!
A new State Representative program is being kicked off by the Department of Alumni Relations in conjunction with the Alumni Association to help strengthen relationships among our alumni and friends.  As a State Rep, you have the unique opportunity to serve as a liaison between your state alumni and the University.  We are looking for leaders!  

Please contact Alumni@LIFE.edu or 800-543-3203 if you would like more information about this initiative. 

Now accepting reservations for alumni campus tours!
Come visit us for a tour of the campus of your alma mater and see how much it’s changed. Whether it’s been two years or 20, you’ll be amazed at the transformation that has taken place at LIFE. The tour will take approximately two hours and will conclude with lunch (on us!) at the on-campus dining facility, the Socrates Café. Tours take place the second Thursday of each month from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. and are limited to five alumni per tour. To sign up for our next tour, please click here to register. 

LIFEforce 1000 - Recruiting new members
LIFEforce 1000 is a group of 1,000 dynamic chiropractors who have committed to each other to make a difference in helping Life University spread principled, vitalistic Chiropractic and Lasting Purpose around the world. This tribe of chiropractors will not stop until they have established worldwide access to Chiropractic and a chiropractic education for anyone who wants it.

To apply for membership in LIFEforce 1000 or to learn how you can make a difference, please visit the LIFEforce 1000 website or contact LIFEforce@LIFE.edu or 770-794-3031.

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