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David Blocksom
Age: 25
Hometown: Hanna, Alberta, Canada
I went to school at University of British Columbia-Okanagan and University of Saskatchewan. Playing football in the Okanagan I gained experience working with chiropractors, physiotherapists and medical doctors which exposed me to a broad spectrum of rehab, exercise and nutrition. I believe that chiropractic has a bright future, and I look forward to challenges ahead, both learning as a student and being a role model as a professional in my community. Contact David
Jeff Clark
Age: 24
Hometown: Dilley, Texas
Jeff graduated from Texas A&M University in May of 2007 with a degree in Biomedical Science and started classes at TCC that fall. He is scheduled to graduate in December 2010. Jeff currently serves as the Student Body Association President and is active in many other organizations. He fell in love with the profession while working as a chiropractic assistant in College Station, and his passion has continued to grow. Contact Jeff
Daniel Dannug
Age: 27
Hometown: Houston, Texas
Daniel received his B.A. in Biology from the University of Texas at Austin. After working as a pharmacy technician for two years, Daniel enrolled at TCC in the fall of 2007. Daniel chose the chiropractic profession for its emphasis on holistic care and natural healing. While attending TCC, Daniel has served as a Vice-President of his class and secretary of the Student Body Association. Daniel is also involved in various organizations such as Council on Sports Injury and the Omega Psi Honor Society. Contact Daniel
Dawn DeMark-Buik
Age: 38
Hometown: Minnetonka, MN
Dawn is an alumna of the University of Minnesota (Animal Science), who followed her husband of 18 years to Houston when work transferred him to UTMB. Her love of animals introduced her to the amazing benefits of chiropractic when a veterinary chiropractor worked wonders with her Golden Retriever, Bear. It wasn’t long before she started regular visits herself, and after much encouragement by her chiropractor, she started chiropractic school. Now, in Tri 7, Dawn’s interests include acupuncture, nutrition and getting her certificate in veterinary chiropractic so she might also make a difference for animals. Contact Dawn
Ashley Gros
Age: 25
Hometown: New Orleans, Louisiana
Ashley graduated from the University of New Orleans in 2005, and moved to Texas in 2006. She is currently in trimester 8 at TCC, and is class treasurer. Ashley has served as secretary of the Student American Chiropractic Association, and has been involved in a number of other student organizations, including the Student Texas Chiropractic Association, Council on Sports Injury, and the Omega Psi Honor Society. Contact Ashley
Cindy Harden
Age: 25
Hometown: Pitkin, Louisiana
After graduating from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette with a bachelor’s degree in biology, Cindy moved to Houston to attend TCC. While getting used to the “big city” was hard for Cindy at first, she adjusted quickly. Cindy has been very involved in a variety of organizations on campus, including the Ambassadors and the Student American Chiropractic Association. Contact Cindy
Jade Lemke
Age: 22
Hometown: Houston, Texas
A native of Canada, Jade has lived in Houston for the past 18 years. Prior to enrolling at TCC, she attended San Jacinto College and the University of Houston-Clear Lake. She has completed her first year at TCC and is currently in Trimester 4. Contact Jade
Joseph Livergood
Age: 26
Hometown: Shreveport, Louisiana
Joseph has always wanted to be a doctor as a Tri 5 student at TCC, he is halfway to achieving his dream. A native of Shreveport, La., he graduated with a B.S. degree from McNeese State University before entering the Doctor of Chiropractic program at TCC. He is a member of SACA and chose TCC because of the science-based curriculum, the hospital rotations program and the school's close proximity to family. Joseph and his wife have two children. Contact Joseph
Letha Maxwell
Age: 26
Hometown:
After working with Dr. Zach Benson, a TCC graduate, for many years and seeing all the people that chiropractic had helped, I decided to join TCC myself. My husband, Tony Maxwell, and I moved from Bay City, Texas to Pasadena to begin our new journey in the health field. We both chose chiropractic because it treats the person with a disease not just the disease. Being married and doing this program together can be challenging, but the support we give each other is great. I got involved at TCC to make sure that other students also had support. I was introduced to chiropractic by my daddy; he took me in because I suffered from headaches. Within a couple of treatments the headaches were gone. Chiropractic gave me the part of my life back that the headaches took away from me. After graduating TCC I plan to continue my education in the adjustment of animals. Contact Letha
Betsy Robinson
Age: 30
Hometown: Mesa, Arizona
Betsy earned her bachelor’s degree in general studies at Kent State University in Ohio. During her time at TCC, Betsy has been involved with numerous student organizations and has traveled to Austin, Texas, and Washington D.C. to lobby for chiropractic rights. In fall 2008, Betsy was elected the national chair for the Student American Chiropractic Association, a position she held for one year. She has also served as a mentor to incoming students, and as a tutor to her fellow students. Contact Betsy
Aimee Warmath
Age: 27
Hometown: San Antonio, Texas
Aimee received her B.S. in biomedical sciences from Texas A&M University. Now in trimester 7, Aimee has been actively involved in a number of student organizations. She truly enjoys the sometimes “hectic” life of a chiropractic student, as well as meeting new people and helping new students adjust to TCC. Contact Aimee