The exhibitions were arranged to stimulate interest in powerlifting. The goal of the AICEP and USPF is to have powerlifting as an Olympic demonstration sport at the Atlanta games in 1996.
Chiropractors Sponsor "Red Ribbon Run"
The Mid-Peninsula Doctors of Chiropractic, a California association, sponsored the "Red Ribbon Run" in Menlo Park on October 18th as part of Red Ribbon Week, a National Drug Awareness Program which addresses drug abuse and addiction. This awareness program covers all drugs, not only the illegal substances, and the Mid-Peninsula Doctors of Chiropractic gives out as much information as possible on both the illegal and pharmaceutical drugs. Proceeds from the race went to a group called "Youth and Family Assistance," devoted to helping children involved in drug abuse. Red Ribbon Week founder, Chris Bambus, D.C., who has received commendations from President Bush and former First Lady Nancy Reagan for his work fighting drug abuse, said: "As a chiropractor, I am proud to be a part of this week of National Drug Awareness and would like to see every chiropractor getting involved with their community and starting a run or similar program which gives us a platform to stand up against drugs and for health on a national level."
CCCKC Homecoming to Be Historical Celebration
The Cleveland Chiropractic College Kansas City (CCCKC) homecoming, October 22-25, will celebrate several special anniversaries at the college. CCCKC turns 70 this year, and the Alumni Association is planning a large commemoration celebration. In addition, the college will mark two 50-year anniversaries: Chancellor Dr. Carl S. Cleveland Jr. will be recognized for his 50 years of service in chiropractic, and Beta Chi Rho (CCCKC's honorary service fraternity) has plans to celebrate its 50 years of existence. Speakers at the homecoming will include DCs Gary Couture, James Sigafoose, John Amaro, William Harris, and CCCKC faculty members Muriel Perillat and Doran Nicholson among others.
Dr. William Holmberg Honored at PCC Homecoming
Dr. William F. Holmberg, president of the Chiropractic Centennial Foundation and Palmer College of Chiropractic (PCC)'s homecoming director, was honored during the college's homecoming August 5-8 with three awards. The PCC International Alumni Association named Dr. Holmberg Director Emeritus and presented him with a plaque in appreciation of his loyalty and support. The Palmer Student Alumni Foundation also presented Dr. Holmberg with an award stating, "In appreciation of the years and unselfish dedication and direction which you have provided as homecoming director, we honor you." And Dr. Sid Williams, chairman of the board of the ICA and president of Life College, presented Dr. Holmberg with the ICA's Distinguished Service Award for his dedication to the profession.
Life College and University of Mexico City Forge Exchange Program
Life College and the University of Mexico City recently announced the formation of a new academic and athletic exchange program. The program includes a permanent educational exchange where graduate students from the University of Mexico City will study in Life's Sports Health master's degree program. In turn, DCs and students from Life will set up a chiropractic sports clinic in Mexico. Life has already begun the athletic exchange with Mexico. Last year Life signed an accord with Mexico's National Commission of Sports, and hosted the first exchange of 20 track and field Olympic hopefuls from Mexico. The next visit was from the Mexico City soccer champions and for two consecutive years Mexican runners have participated in the Run for Life's International Challenge Cup. Said the Mexican Consul in Atlanta Theodore Maus, "Through the universities, we can complement each community."
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