Travel Discounts for all Parker GraduatesThe Office of Alumni Relations is proud to offer all Parker graduates a new benefit to help you save money when you travel for personal or professional reasons. Save 25 percent or more on national car rental or hotel chains like Comfort Inn, Alamo, Avis, Budget, and more! For a list of participating companies and discount codes visit www.alumnibenefits.org/parker/index.htm.
Lifetime Members Being Honored at Dallas Homecoming Dallas homecoming is one of the largest gatherings of Parker graduates of the year! For homecoming 2010, the Parker College Office of Development is celebrating the addition of 100 new lifetime members to the Parker family since the 100 member milestone in 2007. The development team would like to personally thank and recognize each lifetime member for their support of Parker College by hosting a group photo during the Parker Alumni Annual Homecoming and Class Reunion reception. In addition, each member will receive special gifts to commemorate this remarkable achievement.
Don’t miss the Homecoming Festivities! Parker Alumni are welcome to a day full of homecoming events on Friday, September 24 during Parker Seminars Dallas. The Alumni Association is hosting its annual Awards Luncheon at the Pyramid Restaurant in the Fairmont Hotel from 12:30pm-2pm. This special luncheon recognizes the 2010 recipients of the association's annual awards.
The festivities continue with the annual homecoming and class reunion reception in the Regency Ballroom Foyer where heavy hors d'oeuvres and cocktails will be served from 5:30pm-8:30pm. Classes celebrating reunions are 1985, 1990, 1995, 2000, and 2005.
Following the reception, alumni are encouraged to meet with fellow classmates and continue to dine on your own in beautiful downtown Dallas. Alumni of reunion class years can find information on their organized group dinner on the upcoming events page.
Discount Offer at Pat Lobb Toyota of McKinney Patt Lobb Toyota of McKinney is currently offering a purchase program to Parker faculty, students, and alumni. Eligible vehicles are being offered for $186 over dealer's costs with an additional 10 percent off all parts and services as long as the member owns the vehicle. Pat Lobb Toyota is offering the discount to immediate family members of Parker employees, students, and alumni as well.
Keep an Eye on Your Mailboxes! The Alumni Association will be sending its members the Annual Member Coupon Book soon. The Annual Member Coupon Book is full of savings exclusively for association members. Special deals or rates are being offered by the companies which support the Parker Alumni Association. These companies are giving you free shipping, waiving fees, or discounts on their products or services. Tell your CA to watch your mail in September!
Newest Lifetime MemberThe Alumni Association proudly recognizes its newest lifetime members! Join the Alumni Association in extending a generous thank you and welcome to lifetime members 196 -198.
Classified Ads of the Month DC Needed at Expanding Clinic in Plano, TX Structure Chiropractic is a seeking new or established DC in Plano, TX. Structure Chiropractic is a successful, beautiful modern office complete with decompression table, active therapy suite, full-time massage therapist, occupational therapist, front office staff and more. Doctor will have private office as well as access to existing office equipment. Please contact Dr. Homero Cavazos ’08 at 214.377.4833 or drc@brainworxcenters.com. Clinic is located at 4508 Legacy Drive, Plano, TX 75024.
Recruitment Director for Parker College of ChiropracticCurrently Parker College of Chiropractic is accepting applications for a full-time Recruitment Director in the Enrollment Services department. This position will report directly to the Dean of Enrollment.
Website of the Month - www.wholechildwellness.com Dr. Amber Brooks ’07 focuses on putting all the pieces together by offering the best of traditional and alternative medicine for optimum pediatric wellness. Dr. Brooks specializes in pediatrics and CranioSacral Therapy. The “Whole Child” is addressed by taking a comprehensive approach to pediatric wellness, utilizing four primary modalities- chiropractic, craniosacral, nutrition, and biomedical.
Parker's Name and Mission Statement ChangesParker alumni were randomly selected to complete a survey concerning the proposed name and mission statement changes for Parker College. Participation in this survey was high, assuring the institution that the Parker alumni population was well represented in the results collected. The effort to change both the mission statement and name is a long and multifaceted process, with this survey being only the first of many milestones to complete. Currently, Parker College is working from a timeline that calls for completion of the entire process by April 2011, so it is clear that there are still many steps to take. In the interest of open communication with our alumni, Parker College would like to share a summary of the results from this survey. Regarding the question surrounding the mission statement, the majority voted for the second option. The second option was presented in the survey as: Parker College is committed to providing the students, patients, and wellness professionals we serve with the knowledge, experience, health, and well-being to realize their full potential through education, research, and service.Members of the Student Senate, Parker College Board of Trustees, Cabinet, and Faculty Senate then met to take this statement and improve it with only a few slight changes. The final proposed mission statement is: Parker University is committed to providing the students, patients, and wellness professionals we serve with the knowledge and health care experiences to realize their full potential through a dedicated focus on education, research, and service.It is important to reiterate that this mission statement was proposed for the entire institution and that the doctor of chiropractic program would continue to maintain the existing mission statement as stated below: To educate individuals in chiropractic wellness to be leaders in education, research, and service as primary care physicians and gatekeepers for direct access to the health delivery system.Regarding the question surrounding the name change, the majority voted for the name to be changed to Parker University, with the College of Chiropractic, School of Graduate Studies, School of Undergraduate Studies, and the School of Massage Therapy all falling under the name of Parker University. Therefore, based on these survey results, discussions with leadership from chiropractic schools that have already completed this transition, and countless other experts in both chiropractic and education, the board of trustees unanimously voted with the majority to accept the mission statement and name change as described above. The next step involves application to numerous state and federal agencies for approval. As Parker College continues through this process, we will update you on any further developments or changes.
Parker alumni were randomly selected to complete a survey concerning the proposed name and mission statement changes for Parker College. Participation in this survey was high, assuring the institution that the Parker alumni population was well represented in the results collected. The effort to change both the mission statement and name is a long and multifaceted process, with this survey being only the first of many milestones to complete. Currently, Parker College is working from a timeline that calls for completion of the entire process by April 2011, so it is clear that there are still many steps to take. In the interest of open communication with our alumni, Parker College would like to share a summary of the results from this survey. Regarding the question surrounding the mission statement, the majority voted for the second option. The second option was presented in the survey as: Members of the Student Senate, Parker College Board of Trustees, Cabinet, and Faculty Senate then met to take this statement and improve it with only a few slight changes. The final proposed mission statement is: It is important to reiterate that this mission statement was proposed for the entire institution and that the doctor of chiropractic program would continue to maintain the existing mission statement as stated below: Regarding the question surrounding the name change, the majority voted for the name to be changed to Parker University, with the College of Chiropractic, School of Graduate Studies, School of Undergraduate Studies, and the School of Massage Therapy all falling under the name of Parker University. Therefore, based on these survey results, discussions with leadership from chiropractic schools that have already completed this transition, and countless other experts in both chiropractic and education, the board of trustees unanimously voted with the majority to accept the mission statement and name change as described above. The next step involves application to numerous state and federal agencies for approval. As Parker College continues through this process, we will update you on any further developments or changes.
Thank you Summer 2010 After Hour HostsSpecial thanks to participating doctors who help make this program such a success. This trimester, After Hours clinic visits were held at Kurban Chiropractic Healthcare Center where Dr. Janette Kurban ’99 discussed the “ABCs of Starting Your Practice and at Reagan ChiroSport Center where Dr. Vince Scheffler ’07 discussed his “Success as an Associate. We are looking for After Hours hosts for upcoming trimesters so if interested, please visit the After Hours site to print our Interest form.
Upcoming Event: Alumni Gathering at Florida Chiropractic Association The sunny rays of Florida will once again be home for the annual alumni gathering held during the FCA National Convention & Expo. All Florida alumni are invited to join Parker College President, Dr. Fabrizio Mancini, for a reception on Friday, August 27, 2010 from 6-8pm in St. George 106 at the Gaylord Palms Resort. Prior RSVP is requested. Join generations of Parker graduates at this year’s gathering!
Let Your Voice Be Heard!Join the movements that are dedicated to giving the chiropractic profession a voice in Washington. The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and International Chiropractic Association (ICA) have each created a campaign to keep chiropractic supporters informed on the latest health care policy and to make it easy to correspond with legislators on issues important to the chiropractic community. ChiroVoice (ACA) and Adjust the Vote (ICA) are nationwide movements and everyone is welcome to join, so spread the word to your family, friends, and patients! Learn more or join ChiroVoice or Adjust the Vote.
Parker Alumni Association Makes Final Payment to Largest Donation in HistoryThe Parker Alumni Association presented a check of $5,000 to Parker College of Chiropractic to fulfill its final payment of the $25,000 pledge made in 2008. Not only was the donation the largest in the association’s history, the donation was paid off two years earlier than expected, which helped renovate a lounge and classroom space for the chiropractic interns.
Join Us in September: Dallas Homecoming & Class ReunionOne of our largest gatherings of Parker graduates of the year! Join fellow classmates, faculty, and staff of Parker on September 24 from 5:30pm-8:30pm in the Regency Ballroom Foyer of the Fairmont Hotel. All alumni are encouraged to attend. Classes celebrating reunions are 1985, 1990, 1995, 2000, and 2005.
Annual Alumni Association Awards LuncheonJoin the Alumni Association for a special luncheon on Friday, September 24 from 12:30pm-2pm to recognize the 2010 recipients of the association’s annual awards. Who will it be? Come find out! Open to all alumni and friends of the college. Luncheon will be held in the private dining room at the Fairmont Hotel.
Integrity Management Alumni Luncheon was a great success!Thank you to the alumni who attended our Alumni Luncheon at the Integrity Management Conference. Pictures from the event are now available online for your viewing.
Trial Court Ruling on Scope of PracticeAs some of you may have heard, the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners was sued by the Texas Medical Association in September 2006. The lawsuit challenges the chiropractic board’s rules that permit chiropractors to perform needle electromyographies (EMGs), to perform manipulations under anesthesia (MUAs), and to make diagnoses. The college believes that the chiropractic board’s rules accurately reflect the scope of practice for chiropractors stated in the Texas Chiropractic Act. The rules for other procedures, like acupuncture, have not been challenged in this lawsuit.On November 24, 2009, the trial court in Austin granted a summary judgment concluding that needle EMGs and MUAs are not within the scope of practice for chiropractors. The Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners has published a statement about that ruling. The board indicates that it plans to appeal that ruling, the court’s ruling is not final, and the court order does not immediately prohibit chiropractors from performing MUAs and needle EMGs. The board does not plan to penalize chiropractors who perform MUAs and needle EMGs until the board is required by a final order to impose penalties.In addition, the chiropractic profession may ask the Texas Legislature to amend the Texas Chiropractic Act and clarify that needle EMGs, MUAs, and diagnosis are within the scope of practice. The trial court’s ruling is based on the current act, so the ruling will not apply if the act is amended by the legislature.The Texas Chiropractic Association has intervened in that lawsuit to support the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners. If you wish to support their efforts, you may find additional information at Texas Chiropractic Association.
Alumni Office on Facebook & TwitterAre you a friend of the Office of Alumni Relations on Facebook and Twitter? You can be! Add us as a contact and we’ll return the favor. College and alumni news is posted weekly on @ParkerAlumni and new event pictures are added after each event on our Facebook page. Visit the Alumni Office Facebook and Twitter pages to stay in tune with Alumni News.
Volunteer OpportunitesThe Office of Alumni Relations has recently launched the volunteer opportunities web page. Several wonderful opportunities to get involved at Parker are now available. All events will be posted as they are created. The new web page makes volunteering more accessible to service-minded people like you! Visit the volunteer opportunities web page to sign up and to see which other DCs have already committed.
Update Your Information- Today!Not sure if we have your most current information since graduating as a DC or MT? Keeping your information current just got easier, with one form and a few minutes you can ensure that Parker College has your most recent information. Visit the Alumni web page to update your records today and avoid missing out on all the great things taking place at Parker College.
Parker College Ambassador ProgramAre you an Ambassador? You can be. Join the many individuals dedicated to continuing the chiropractic profession by being an ambassador in your community. We value our Parker Ambassadors and thank them for their dedication to referring quality students who will continue the legacy of Parker College. Because of their referrals, we are able to educate the finest students and graduate doctors who are firmly grounded in the art, science, and philosophy of chiropractic.