Parker University alumni return to campus for Homecoming and Dallas Seminar events

Every fall, Parker University alumni gather at their alma mater for a celebration of the impact they have made in their careers. This annual weekend of live and in-person events, held Oct. 4-6 this year, allows Parker University alumni to network and catch up with their classmates while also attending the Dallas Seminar on-campus.

This year, a university press release noted, Parker welcomed 550 alumni, who returned to campus to participate in these one-of-a-kind events:

 

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Golf tournament. This year, thanks to generosity from sponsors, 72 participants raised more than $30,000! All of this donated money goes to Parker student scholarships. To participate in this fun and beneficial tournament next year, save the date – Oct. 2, 2025.

Alumni awards. Congratulations to this year’s alumni award recipients! Joseph Holman, DC, was awarded Alumni of the Year; Chris Shifflet, DC, was honored as the Young Alumni of the Year; and Michael Martin, DC, was given the Lifetime Achievement award.

Brick laying ceremony: Century Club members and alumni gathered to take part in the Memorial Brick Ceremony on campus. A special recognition and thanks go to the friends and families of Dr. Beaird, Dr. Page and Dr. Watts for attending the ceremony.

Career networking lunch: Several businesses came to Parker University to share job opportunities with current students. This gave students a chance to ask questions, envision their futures, and meet important leaders in the current healthcare industry.

Reunion dinner: The classes of ‘89, ‘94, ‘99, ‘04, ‘09, and ‘14 shared and celebrated reunions with Parker University. Next year, Parker will recognize and celebrate the classes of ‘90, ‘95, ‘2000, ‘05, ‘10, and ‘15!

World Congress of Women Chiropractors Luncheon: This luncheon with the WCWC organization provides an exclusive opportunity for students and practicing doctors to network and connect. During the recent event, more than 50 attendees raised hundreds of dollars to support student scholarships.

Save the date

From March 20-22, 2025, Parker Seminars is taking its live “Ascend” seminar to the new Caesars Forum Event Center in the fabulous city of Las Vegas! This unforgettable three-day experience will feature the best lineup of speakers, like well-known monk and celebrity life coach Jay Shetty, neuroscientist and podcaster Andrew Huberman, author and psychologist Angela Duckworth, businessman and author Gary Vaynerchuk, physician and pharmacist Richard Harris, nutritional scientist Gabrielle Lyon, and many others! In addition to attending great sessions from speakers and specialized class tracks, attendees can earn valuable CE hours, check out the large Expo Hall, network at exclusive parties and events, and so much more. Visit lasvegas.parkerseminars.com to register.

About Parker University

Parker University, the fourth-fastest growing college in Texas and the fastest-growing college in Dallas, was founded in 1982 by James William Parker (formerly Parker College of Chiropractic). Today, Parker University has more than 2,100 students and more than 35 academic programs, including its renowned chiropractic program, as well as master’s degrees in clinical neuroscience, strength and human performance, and functional nutrition. Currently, Parker University has the second-largest chiropractic cohort of any campus worldwide. Parker University has been recognized as an Honor Roll Institution by Great Colleges to Work For®, one of the 25 Fastest-Growing Colleges in the U.S., as a recipient of the FutureEdge 50 Awards, and as a Best Texas Online College by Forbes.