Life University Inc

“Review of form 990 the audit and finance committee of the board of trustees is provided a copy of form 990, prior to filing, for its review and approval. The full board of trustees is provided a copy at the next regularly scheduled board meeting.”

“Monitoring conflicts of interest policy as part of the organization's internal control procedures, discussions with all officers, trustees, and key employees are made to monitor and enforce compliance.”

“Determining compensation the independent board members review and approve executive compensation matters.”

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“College of Chiropractic The Mission of the College of Chiropractic is to educate, mentor and graduate contemporary and compassionate Doctor of Chiropractic, based on a model of Vertebral Subluxation. The College establishes an environment demonstrating the expression of the University core values; to embody Vitalism, nurture the standard to live an exceptional life of Integrity and be of service to the world. Delivering Chiropractic Education - Curriculum Revision Began in Fall Quarter, 2024 The college has engaged in a thorough review of the curriculum beginning in 2020 consistent with best practices in higher education. The curriculum revision began in the fall quarter, 2024. The curriculum includes more online course options, fewer contact hours with more student engagement activities in laboratory and a clinical immersion experience. The courses sequencing, student outcomes, weekly topics, course descriptions, learning activities and course assessments are being created and processed through the college registrar and faculty committees. The course themes of the philosophy of chiropractic, business instruction, technique and research have been revised for the most up to date instruction for the success of graduates in the clinic and in their future practice. The faculty are supported through the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL), the students will be supported through university advisement and the Academic Learning Center. The college continues to deliver the curriculum in the Life-flex model where lecture courses are delivered both in person and online, synchronously, and asynchronously with the students required to attend 70% of the lectures in person. Faculty worked to maintain the integrity of the curriculum and teaching during the pandemic. In the academic support department, the academic support departments have reinforced remote laboratory content through in-person sessions with faculty and supplemental instruction. The department also provides peer tutoring assistance for students in need of additional support which has been popular and effective. College of Chiropractic Faculty Achievements Faculty members continue to demonstrate significant accomplishments in the College of Chiropractic. Three faculty members earned promotions in rank. Two to the level of Associate Professor and one to the level of Professor. Three faculty members published peer reviewed papers of which, two received Research awards from the CETL. One faculty member received the Vulcan Distinguished Faculty award. Also, several faculty members have initiated research projects. College of Chiropractic Clinic System The mission of the Life University Clinic System is to improve the health and wellbeing of people in the communities we serve by providing chiropractic care and other health services, centered on the Vertebral Subluxation Complex. We will maintain excellence in the educational standards of our teaching clinics and encourage all constituents of our clinics to actively participate in their own health and wellness care, and to actively participate in health and wellness programs that reach out to others in our communities. Clinical operations incorporate of a variety of chiropractic services provided to the general public inclusive of complementary services provided to a range of special populations. The clinic system is composed of several types of clinical experiences. The clinical education and patient care delivery are stratified into three levels. The educational goals and objectives are clearly spelled out for each level, and assessment tools developed to ensure that appropriate competencies are measured, and outcomes utilized to improve the clinical program. Level I Experience: The Level I clinic experience includes quarters one and five through eight and is where basic competencies are developing in an environment where there is close faculty supervision and mentorship. The majority patients being cared for at Le”

“College of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies The Mission of the Life University College of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies is to empower students to achieve successful careers and meaningful lives, based on a vitalistic philosophy that promotes optimum performance and transformational leadership, to produce a positive impact in a dynamic world. The College of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies utilizes a standardized degree plan for all bachelor's degrees (180 quarter credit hours) across all programs to include general education core, foundation to major courses, major courses, and minor/elective courses. The University continues to use the LifeFlex model that provides students with flexibility regarding where and how they engage in the classroom. The College continues to work on increasing retention and graduation rates through targeted academic programs and services. For example, the College implemented several programs to increase the connection with students to prepare them for the workforce or further the educational journey to professional or graduate programs. This year, many partnerships with businesses and industry have been credited with facilitating this program and serving on advisory boards and internship opportunities. The Social Science Division continues to receive funding from the Laughing Gull and Sunshine Lady organizations for the continued work with the Chillon Project working with the prison population. It has also been chosen as a sub-recipient of a federal grant to the G.A.C.H.E.P. as part of the Federal Bureau of Justice Administration's Second Chance Act. Funds from this grant will launch the initiative "Expanding Pathways from Incarceration to Higher Education". The pathways program will provide on-ramps to college along with post-release reentry support to students who are incarcerated at prisons across the state. LU will partner with Georgia State University, and Common Good Atlanta to provide enrichment, transitional, and general education courses for students at four facilities. GACHEP staff will provide directed guidance to these students as they transition to enrolling in college, whether they continue their studies inside or outside of the prison. This program also sponsored "Restore HER's D.A.T.A is Life" Conference. The Conference focused on research led by women with lived experience of incarceration and promoted transparency and accountability in this arena. College of Online Education The Mission of Life University's College of Online Education is to provide a high-quality global online educational experience, based on a vitalistic philosophy, that maximizes each student's innate potential to pursue their goals and assume leadership roles in the workplace by applying integrity and principles of lasting purpose. The COE completed course development for Computer Information Systems and Technology and program modifications for the MBA program and the Masters in Positive Psychology during 2023-2024. Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning The Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) promotes excellence in teaching and learning at Life University by providing faculty and staff with resources, support, and professional enrichment opportunities to enhance instructional practices, integrate educational technologies, and pursue scholarly activities. CETL staff continued to oversee management and planning for the institution's research support programs, including Funded Projects, RISE Scholarships, Student Travel Awards, and Research and Scholarly Activity Awards. Center staff also provided support to the IRB Committee and its chair. The Director of the CETL continued to oversee implementation of the institution's Quality Enhancement Plan, Enhance, Engage, Excel: Changing the Retention Paradigm at Life University. This plan seeks to engage students in co-curricular and academic resources to increase retention and completion rates.”