ISSUE 011


EDITORIAL TEAM


VICE CHANCELLOR FOR INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT


BARBARA MELBOURNE, J.D. MANAGING EDITOR


TED STEPHENS III, M.F.A. / THE NUMAD GROUP


CONTRIBUTING EDITORS LAURA BEUSELING BETSY FISHER, M.A.


WRITERS


LAURA BEUSELING WILL VAN CAMP, PH.D. / THE NUMAD GROUP


GRAPHIC DESIGNER & ILLUSTRATIONS BRENDAN WHIPPLE / THE NUMAD GROUP


PHOTOGRAPHERS JOHN MOHR


TIM RICHARDSON


BOARD OF TRUSTEES CHAIRPERSON OF THE BOARD


TREVOR V. IRELAND, D.C., FPAC, FICA, FPCW, FICC (`70)


VICE CHAIRPERSON


PAUL VANDUYNE, D.C., P.E., FPAC (`78) SECRETARY GENERAL


VICKIE A. PALMER, H.C.D., (Hon.) FPAC DON BETZ, Ph.D.


MICHAEL D. CHANCE, D.C., FPAC (`78) DONNA CRAFT, D.C., FPAC, FICC (`86) DONALD S. DOUCETTE, Ph.D. SUSAN HATFIELD, Ph.D. NATHAN HINKELDEY, D.C., DACRB (`11) CHARLES J. KELLER, D.C., M.A., (Hon.) FPAC, FICA, FPCW, FICC (`55) KENNETH KOUPAL KENT M. PILCHER


Palmer Proud is published by Palmer College of Chiropractic’s Advancement & Alumni Office. The magazine is a collaboration with The Numad Group, and is inspired by the work of alumni, students, faculty, staff and the broader profession.


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A vision built on strength DENNIS MARCHIORI, D.C., Ph.D. (`90)


CHANCELLOR AND CEO, PALMER COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC


WHEN WE LOOK BACK at nearly 130 years of history, our strengths at Palmer College of Chiropractic are clear: unparalleled academic excellence, shared values and a sense of belonging, iconic


campuses, and a commitment to the resources required to advance our vision for a world of unlimited health and human potential. Tese four commitments — these


strengths — form the framework for our new strategic plan adopted by our Board of Trustees. Te plan incorporates the contributions of our Trustees, faculty, staff, students, administrators, and you — our alumni and friends. As we look forward, these strategic directions will guide us in everything we achieve as a College. Campus planning, curriculum development, recruitment, alumni relations, and so much more all tie back to these core strengths. I’m proud to share with you these areas of


distinction and offer an overview of how this plan is going to guide us in 2025 and beyond. Our plan is essential as we define long-term


goals, allocate resources effectively, and navigate the challenges of a rapidly changing educational landscape. It acts as a roadmap, leveraging our shared strengths in alignment with our shared mission. And, it is actionable. Te stories in this issue prove it. For instance, in Davenport, renovations are


underway in West Hall’s storied classroom W210. As you read on, you’ll see how our core strengths are guiding projects like this. With any change at our College, we prioritize the academic success of our students, course delivery opportunities for faculty, and the shared identity we associate with our campus spaces. Te same is true of mission-advancing


efforts like our continued investment in the student experience. You’ll read about the committed team we’ve assembled to enhance the Palmer experience, connect students and alumni, and foster the sense of belonging that has made Palmer a home to so many. New in this issue is the start of a series in


which I share a behind-the-scenes look at the exciting things happening at Palmer right now. Our community of lifelong learners continues to lead the field in classrooms, clinics, and research labs. Tanks to your support, we are poised with the necessary resources to advance our mission in the years ahead. As alumni, you have played a key role


in shaping our plans for the future and cementing the strengths that make it possible. Your success is the College’s success. You have created the traditions and standards that make Palmer College a global leader. You refer the best and brightest students to our campus, you share expertise through mentorship, and you give generously to support the College. Your participation will be just as essential as we move forward.


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