SCU Now

Host Anthony Sarinana shares updates from Southern California University of Health Sciences, including SCU’s Master of Science in Genetic Counseling program, celebrating Match Day 2026 as 12 students matched to join the incoming cohort, bringing diverse academic and clinical backgrounds. SCU occupational therapy faculty returned from the 19th World Federation of Occupational Therapists Congress in...

In this episode of SCU Now, host Anthony Sarinana shares updates from Southern California University of Health Sciences, including research led by Dr. Steffany Moonaz finding that a 12-week structured yoga program produced similar—and sometimes slightly better—improvements than strengthening exercises for 117 adults with knee osteoarthritis, while also offering strong healthcare cost value. We als...

Host Anthony Sarinana shares the April episode of SCU Now with updates from Southern California University of Health Sciences, highlighting an SCU blog article on five trends shaping integrative whole-person healthcare, including a shift from “what’s the matter” to “what matters,” personalized and proactive care, prevention and lifestyle medicine, interprofessional collaboration, and the mental-ph...

In this episode, host Anthony Sarinana recaps SCU’s 2025 Commencement Ceremony, celebrating more than 600 new healthcare professionals and one of the largest graduating classes in the university’s history. The episode highlights the first-ever graduating cohorts from SCU’s Doctor of Occupational Therapy and Doctor of Medical Science programs—marking a major step forward in preparing clinicians for...

In this December episode of SCU Now, host Anthony Sarinana brings you the latest updates, milestones, and national recognition shaping the future of Southern California University of Health Sciences. We begin with a major academic achievement as SCU earns Candidate for Accreditation status from CAPTE for its new Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program, marking a significant step forward in expand...

Welcome to SCU Now, your monthly news recap from Southern California University of Health Sciences! This month, host Anthony highlights major developments, including SCU's integration with the Pacific College of Health and Science's Chicago and San Diego campuses, groundbreaking research on the safety of chiropractic care for older adults, and student success at the 2025 Cal Chiro Quiz B...

In the latest episode of 'SCU Now,' host Anthony covers Southern California University of Health Sciences' recent recognition as a 2025 Great College To Work For, highlighting the institution's dedication to a supportive and inclusive culture. The episode also features insights from Dr. Tracy Gaudet on whole health leadership, Dr. Stephanie Moonaz's contributions at the Na...

In this edition of SCU Now, we highlight the recent news and achievements from Southern California University of Health Sciences.  Key updates include the expansion of the Doctor of Chiropractic program to Phoenix, Arizona, in January 2026, becoming the first chiropractic degree program in the Southwest. Executive Dean Dr. Nick Poirier and SCU Provost Dr. Tamara Rozhon discuss the significance of...