What: Free visits on Sweetheart Day at the Sherman College Chiropractic Health Center Who: All current Health Center patients will receive a free visit Current patients only; x-rays not included. {New patients are always our sweethearts; your first visit to our HC is free.} When: Friday, February 13, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Why: We love and appreciate our patients! Where: Sherman College of Chiropractic Health Center 2020 Springfield Road, Spartanburg, SC 29316 Contact: Shirlene Burnsed or Tammy Windham sburnsed@sherman.edu or twindham@sherman.edu 864-578-8777 Online: Go to www.sherman.edu/hc. Continue reading

Drs. Dean DePice, Andy Forelli, Irene Gold, Christopher Kent, Nalyn Marcus, Matthew McCoy, Jeanne Ohm, Stan Pierce, Armand Rossi, Rob Schiffman and Fred Schofield are among the chiropractic heavy-hitters scheduled to speak at Sherman College of Chiropractic’s 2015 Lyceum program, April 30-May 2. Hundreds of chiropractors and prospective students from around the world travel to the beautiful Upstate region of South Carolina each year for Lyceum, the school’s annual homecoming and continuing education event. The event is held on the college’s campus in Spartanburg and involves three days of seminars, reunions, alumni events and more. Up to 20 hours of... Continue reading

Thirty-eight interns celebrated the entrance of the final phase of their chiropractic education on January 9 during a pinning ceremony at the Sherman College Chiropractic Health Center. The Chiropractic Health Center, located at 2020 Springfield Road in Boiling Springs, is a teaching clinic for chiropractic students in their final stage of internship prior to graduation from the doctor of chiropractic program. The teaching environment, coordinated by licensed doctors of chiropractic, allows interns to practice chiropractic under close supervision and constant consultation. Because the clinic is open to the public, residents in Upstate South Carolina experience excellent chiropractic care at affordable... Continue reading

Sherman College of Chiropractic welcomes future doctors of chiropractic to campus on Friday and Saturday, January 30-31, for its popular “Showcase Sherman” event, where guests will discover why Fast Company, Forbes, Career Cast and other organizations repeatedly name chiropractic as a top job and see what sets Sherman apart as a leader in chiropractic education. According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, chiropractic employment opportunities are growing faster than average for all occupations. Employment of chiropractors is expected to increase by 28 percent this decade. Sherman College’s Doctor of Chiropractic program is unique in its approach to health care... Continue reading

Thirty-seven students from around the world received the doctor of chiropractic degree from Sherman College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg, SC, on Saturday, December 13, 2014. The commencement was a shared ceremony for December 2014 and March 2015 graduates. Donnie W. Miller of South Carolina, recipient of the Milton W. Garfunkel Award for the December class, and Brynne Lea Gingras of New Hampshire, recipient for the March class, presented farewell addresses to their classmates. The Garfunkel Award is the highest award given at graduation. Students receiving this honor must have a grade point average of 3.5 or above, and in addition,... Continue reading

Chiropractic advocate Miguel Hastings has been awarded the honorary Doctor of Chiropractic Humanities degree from Sherman College of Chiropractic, a rare honor given by the college to noteworthy individuals. The degree was presented during Sherman College’s 126th Commencement Ceremony on December 13. Recipients of the Honorary Doctor of Chiropractic Humanities degree have influenced, initiated and/or carried out specific humanitarian/philanthropic activities that have significantly contributed to or influenced the chiropractic profession and/or humanity at-large. Sherman President Edwin Cordero, D.C., reviewed Hastings’ accomplishments and approved his recommendation earlier this year. Hastings began his journey as a student at Life University in 1994.... Continue reading

Sherman College of Chiropractic has announced its position defending the holistic origins of the chiropractic profession and recommending against an expansion of scope in Wisconsin that would allow doctors of chiropractic prescriptive rights. The college asserts that the expansion of practice scope in Wisconsin that would include the right to prescribe pharmaceuticals is a dangerous precedent for the chiropractic profession that would encroach on the practice of medicine. “Chiropractic was founded to provide the public with a valuable, distinct service of enhancing life, health and human potential without duplicating any existing services,” said Sherman College President Edwin Cordero, D.C. “Sherman... Continue reading

Alumni and friends may have noticed that the Fall 2014 Sherman magazine cover is a bit of a departure from our typical style. Here's what our photographer (and Sherman student) David Choong had to say about his vision for it: When I was in 2nd quarter, one of the subject that we had to study is chiropractic history. The class was exposed to the trials and hardship of early chiropractors in the lecture. This image was the result of the class. Let me explain the true intent of this image that was created. The skies, dark and gloomy represent the... Continue reading

On Monday, November 10, in celebration of Veteran’s Day, the Sherman College Chiropractic Health Center will offer complimentary visits to veterans of the U.S. Air Force, Army, Marines, Navy and National Guard. “We see this event as an opportunity to serve and honor those who have given so much to our country,” says Sherman College President and Navy veteran Edwin Cordero, D.C. “I think it’s especially fitting for us at Sherman College, since service to others is a major component of our mission.” The college’s on-campus Health Center (where senior students intern under the close supervision of licensed doctors of... Continue reading

Dr. Anthony C. Duke and Patrick Lausier were recently honored by Sherman College of Chiropractic in appreciation of their contributions, time and commitment to the college. A professor of basic sciences at the college, Dr. Duke was named Faculty Member of the Year. “Dr. Duke is very respected and loved by his students even though his courses are some of the most rigorous and challenging ones in the Sherman curriculum,” says Vice President for Academic Affairs / Provost Robert Irwin, D.C. “He is always available to students and takes extra time with them to support their learning.” Since joining the... Continue reading

Thirty-three interns will celebrate the entrance of the final phase of their chiropractic education on Friday, October 10, during a pinning ceremony at the Sherman College Chiropractic Health Center. The Chiropractic Health Center, located at 2020 Springfield Road in Boiling Springs, is a teaching clinic for chiropractic students in their final stage of internship prior to graduation from the doctor of chiropractic program. The teaching environment, coordinated by licensed doctors of chiropractic, allows interns to practice chiropractic under close supervision and constant consultation. Because the clinic is open to the public, residents in Upstate South Carolina experience excellent chiropractic care... Continue reading

Victory Media has named Sherman College of Chiropractic to the coveted Military Friendly® Schools list, a designation given to the top 15 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools in the country that are doing the most to embrace military students, and to dedicate resources to ensure their success in the classroom and after graduation. Victory Media is the leader in successfully connecting the military and civilian world. A U.S. Navy veteran, Sherman College President Dr. Edwin Cordero said the Military Friendly® Schools designation has special meaning to him. “Sherman College has a tremendous opportunity to serve and honor our... Continue reading

Sherman College of Chiropractic and Palm Beach State College (PBSC) in Lake Worth, FL, recently signed a transfer agreement to simplify student admission into the doctor of chiropractic program at Sherman College. Under the agreement, students can take their prerequisite 90 semester hours at PBSC, and then transfer into Sherman College’s doctor of chiropractic degree program after three years. Sherman College President Dr. Edwin Cordero says this transfer agreement presents an attractive option for students seeking a career that plays a significant role in health promotion. “Sherman College is excited to welcome Palm Beach State College students who are looking... Continue reading

Sherman College of Chiropractic welcomes future doctors of chiropractic to campus on Friday and Saturday, October 10-11, for its popular “Showcase Sherman” event, where guests will discover why Fast Company, Forbes, Career Cast and other organizations repeatedly name chiropractic as a top job and see what sets Sherman apart as a leader in chiropractic education. According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, chiropractic employment opportunities are growing faster than average for all occupations. Employment of chiropractors is expected to increase by 28 percent this decade. Sherman College’s Doctor of Chiropractic program is unique in its approach to health care... Continue reading

Renowned researchers and philosophers will join forces in October for the 11th annual International Research and Philosophy Symposium (IRAPS) at Sherman College of Chiropractic. This year’s symposium will be held October 17-19 on the Sherman College campus in Spartanburg, SC, with a theme of “The Future of Subluxation-Centered Chiropractic.” The symposium is designed to bring together the leaders in chiropractic philosophy and research centered on the vertebral subluxation to build a stronger academic community worldwide. The symposium aims to foster a view that the chiropractic profession continue to be: Centered on vertebral subluxation Based on vitalism Dedicated to research Developing... Continue reading

It is a joy to visit with students who are searching for their career paths, as well as the students who have already chosen chiropractic as their path. I met one student in North Carolina who has been under care since his teen years. His family had exhausted all other... Continue reading

Nineteen interns celebrated the entrance of the final phase of their chiropractic education on July 18 during a pinning ceremony at the Sherman College Chiropractic Health Center. The Chiropractic Health Center, located at 2020 Springfield Road in Boiling Springs, is a teaching clinic for chiropractic students in their final stage of internship prior to graduation from the doctor of chiropractic program. The teaching environment, coordinated by licensed doctors of chiropractic, allows interns to practice chiropractic under close supervision and constant consultation. Because the clinic is open to the public, residents in Upstate South Carolina experience excellent chiropractic care at affordable... Continue reading

C is for cumulative. That is what the chiropractic curriculum is, cumulative. I hear people all the time say things like “C’s get degrees” or “C is for chiropractor”. I encourage everyone to strive for a grade higher than a C. The problem is that a C means your understanding... Continue reading

A series of recruitment videos launched by Sherman College of Chiropractic emphasizes the college’s focus on principled chiropractic, its dedication to individual attention for students, and its promise to provide an education that delivers the satisfaction of helping others through a fulfilling and in-demand career. “The decision to attend chiropractic college can be life-changing,” says Sherman College President Edwin Cordero, D.C. “These dynamic videos were created for prospective students so they can see for themselves what makes Sherman the preeminent chiropractic college in the world.” Future students who watch the videos can find out how well Sherman College meets their... Continue reading

Twenty-five students from around the world received the doctor of chiropractic degree from Sherman College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg, SC, on Saturday, June 21, 2014. The commencement was a shared ceremony for June and September 2014 graduates. Justin M. Berg of Illinois, recipient of the Milton W. Garfunkel Award, presented the farewell address to his classmates. The Garfunkel Award is the highest award given at graduation. Students receiving this honor must have a grade point average of 3.5 or above, and in addition, best exemplify those qualities Sherman College would like to inculcate in all of its graduates: love of... Continue reading

Chiropractic advocate, author and speaker Keith Wassung has been awarded the honorary Doctor of Chiropractic Humanities degree from Sherman College of Chiropractic, a rare honor given by the college to noteworthy individuals. The degree was presented during Sherman College’s 125th Commencement Ceremony on June 21. Recipients of the Honorary Doctor of Chiropractic Humanities degree have influenced, initiated and/or carried out specific humanitarian/philanthropic activities that have significantly contributed to or influenced the chiropractic profession and/or humanity at-large. Sherman President Edwin Cordero, D.C., reviewed Wassung’s accomplishments and approved the recommendation this spring. Wassung is a nationally known author and speaker in the... Continue reading

Aiming to better serve prospective students, current students, alumni and friends, Sherman College of Chiropractic has launched its mobile responsive website at www.sherman.edu. The site is designed to optimize visually across all devices, including smartphones, tablets and desktops. With mobile/tablet access of the Sherman College website continuing to increase, demand is high for the new site. The college’s web analytics clearly show an increase in mobile and tablet usage and have underscored a need for a responsive design. While desktop usage of www.sherman.edu has grown 220 percent over the past two years (January 2012-December 2013), mobile usage has grown 322... Continue reading

1. Eat a good breakfast - I am sure everyone has heard breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Give you brain the food it needs to get you through those tough exams. One of my childhood favorites is an egg in a hole. 2. Get lots of... Continue reading

Goose Creek, SC, resident Keith Wassung has been named Chiropractic Advocate of the Year by Sherman College of Chiropractic in appreciation of his outstanding contributions, time and commitment to the chiropractic profession and the college. The Chiropractic Advocate of the Year Award is given to a non-chiropractor who has contributed to the advancement of Sherman College in a significant and noteworthy manner. A former national drug-free weightlifting champion, Wassung turned to chiropractic care when he was diagnosed with a near fatal health condition. His recovery led him to research, write and lecture about chiropractic. He has presented between 200-250 chiropractic... Continue reading

Brodheadsville, PA, doctor of chiropractic Bryn Gillow has been honored with the Spirit of Sherman College Award from her alma mater, Sherman College of Chiropractic. The Spirit of Sherman College Award is presented to the Sherman graduate who exemplifies the true spirit of Sherman College in his/her professional life. Dr. Gillow graduated from Sherman College in 2000 and has been serving practice members at Life is Good Chiropractic in Brodheadsville, PA since 2001. She remains very connected to Sherman College by being an Alumni Association member, serving on the Board of Regents and as an active member of the Reach... Continue reading