We, the past and present leaders of the Life University Student organizations/Technique Clubs, condemn the Life University administration's decision to deny the functional neurology club's request to have Professor Frederick Carrick as their guest speaker. The hypocrisy inherent in this decision is beyond measure. Life University is supposed to represent progress and the spreading of novel ideas and knowledge, yet the actions taken by the administration represent the very antithesis of their mission. On the homepage of Life.edu it states, "LIFE’s faculty promotes an atmosphere which encourages open-forum communication and a free exchange of ideas, inspiring students to express new and revolutionary solutions in a challenging, yet supportive environment". If the Life administration is going to engage in censorship based on pettiness and political agendas, then it can no longer claim to be the progressive institution it once was.
As leaders in student-run organizations and student's actively enrolled in the program, we know what we want. We want access to the most cutting-edge information, we want to learn and interact with doctors who are at the forefront of chiropractic, and we want a choice in the process. We understand the need for oversight, but we believe this decision is based in ego and politics, neither of which is an acceptable excuse for denying students access to one of the most innovative practitioners of chiropractic since it's creation.
Stop the censorship NOW.
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25 Comments
One of the things that supposedly makes Life University the leader in chiropractic education is its breadth and depth in presenting classic chiropractic theories while also allowing for advancement and innovation in the science behind our profession. To deny a man like Professor Carrick an audience of students who are motivated to advance the profession, based strictly on personal conflicts, is downright embarrassing. Very disappointed in my alma mater today.
Why would this speaker be a problem when our school has allowed the ACA president come to speak there during my schooling
This is an academic institution. This is not a private corporation. Denying Professor Carrick an opportunity to share with students in an academic setting is a misuse of administrative power and a downright disgusting political move.
Neither politics nor personal feelings or agenda of a college administration should play a part in dictating to the students what and who they can learn from, as long as the source is positive for their learning. There can be no denying that Dr. Carrick has been, and is, a valuable source of learning for thousands of chiropractors.
Regardless of personal belief, the ideology of free thought and ability to maintain ones own opinion is pivotal to the advancement and understanding of any matter; especially science; of which is core tenant of Chiropractic | Philosophy, Art, Science
We at least deserve an honest explanation from administration about their actions.
Alumni of life
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We, the past and present leaders of the Life University Student organizations/Technique Clubs, condemn the Life University administration's decision to deny the functional neurology club's request to have Professor Frederick Carrick as their guest speaker. The hypocrisy inherent in this decision is beyond measure. Life University is supposed to represent progress and the spreading of novel ideas and knowledge, yet the actions taken by the administration represent the very antithesis of their mission. On the homepage of Life.edu it states, "LIFE’s faculty promotes an atmosphere which encourages open-forum communication and a free exchange of ideas, inspiring students to express new and revolutionary solutions in a challenging, yet supportive environment". If the Life administration is going to engage in censorship based on pettiness and political agendas, then it can no longer claim to be the progressive institution it once was.
As leaders in student-run organizations and student's actively enrolled in the program, we know what we want. We want access to the most cutting-edge information, we want to learn and interact with doctors who are at the forefront of chiropractic, and we want a choice in the process. We understand the need for oversight, but we believe this decision is based in ego and politics, neither of which is an acceptable excuse for denying students access to one of the most innovative practitioners of chiropractic since it's creation.
Stop the censorship NOW.
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Reached 100 supporters
October 12, 2015
25 Comments
Dr Carrick should be sought out to lecture anywhere on this earth. He opened doors widely for chiropractic, NOW we are shutting the door in his face! Shame on you!!!
One of the things that supposedly makes Life University the leader in chiropractic education is its breadth and depth in presenting classic chiropractic theories while also allowing for advancement and innovation in the science behind our profession. To deny a man like Professor Carrick an audience of students who are motivated to advance the profession, based strictly on personal conflicts, is downright embarrassing. Very disappointed in my alma mater today.
Why would this speaker be a problem when our school has allowed the ACA president come to speak there during my schooling
This is an academic institution. This is not a private corporation. Denying Professor Carrick an opportunity to share with students in an academic setting is a misuse of administrative power and a downright disgusting political move.
Neither politics nor personal feelings or agenda of a college administration should play a part in dictating to the students what and who they can learn from, as long as the source is positive for their learning. There can be no denying that Dr. Carrick has been, and is, a valuable source of learning for thousands of chiropractors.
Regardless of personal belief, the ideology of free thought and ability to maintain ones own opinion is pivotal to the advancement and understanding of any matter; especially science; of which is core tenant of Chiropractic | Philosophy, Art, Science
We at least deserve an honest explanation from administration about their actions.
Alumni of life
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Dr Carrick should be sought out to lecture anywhere on this earth. He opened doors widely for chiropractic, NOW we are shutting the door in his face! Shame on you!!!