Category: Active and Healthy Living
![American College of Healthcare Sciences MS in CAM Graduate Lisa Powell Awarded 2017 DEAC Famous Alumni Recognition](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/fb/45/a4c3873c715dc2bac28d4b4c6411.jpg)
![Portland Pride: Apothecary Shoppe Releases PDX-Themed Essential Oil Blends](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/22/7b/a8f1531ff925b5fad4fdaa64212c.jpg)
![American College of Healthcare Sciences Named a 2017 Military Friendly® School for 8th Year in a Row](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/fc/77/6b185583a29a7c89133d51074335.jpg)
American College of Healthcare Sciences is a proud silver leaf sponsor and scholarship contributor to the upcoming National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy conference, The World of Aromatherapy VIII: Beyond Aromatics.
American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS) has launched a new, nationwide holistic health alumni practitioner directory.
![ACHS to Lead One-Week Botanical Immersion on the Island of Syros, Greece](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/78/46/fe9909c4ae8b6dccfc20e88e49b7.jpg)
A Week of Mediterranean Wellness Takes Place April 24-28, 2017
![ACHS Announces Launch of Holistic Spa Management Online Courses](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/78/46/fe9909c4ae8b6dccfc20e88e49b7.jpg)
Earn a Certificate of Specialization in Spa Management from the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute in 15 Weeks
![American College of Healthcare Sciences Hires Denise Dallmann to Serve as Academic Dean](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/73/59/9c665baf887791c728d90030815e.jpg)
Dallmann to Lead Curriculum and New Program Development for Continued Expansion.
![ACHS and Aromatherapy Expert Dorene Petersen Contribute to Ground Breaking Aromatherapy Documentary](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/a0/44/a27d59c50d45b17308fcc9d88104.jpg)
American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS) and College President Dorene Petersen have partnered with filmmakers and aromatherapists Kristina Bauer and Angela Jensen Ehmke on their upcoming aromatherapy documentary, Uncommon Scents.
![ACHS to Lead Two-Week Botanical Trek Into India's Remote Mountains](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/a4/28/b074a4e26d782993791810ccd133.jpg)
Silk, Spice, and Sandalwood: An Aromatic Journey Through India Departs July 2017
The American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS.edu) announces that Master of Science in Complementary Alternative Medicine graduate Lisa Powell has been awarded the National Association of Nutrition Professionals' (NANP) 2016 Community Award. This award recognizes Powell's innovative efforts to make a difference in the health of our nation.
![American College of Healthcare Sciences Wins #6 Out of 100 Best Green Workplaces by Oregon Business Magazine](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/df/a0/7f04ec7140e97c185c28d08443f7.jpg)
American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS) was named number 6 out of the 100 Best Green Workplaces in Oregon by Oregon Business magazine, rising 6 places from the #12 spot last year.
American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS) has been honored with a 2016 When Work Works Award for its use of effective workplace strategies to increase business and employee success.
![Financial Entrepreneur & Mentor Debbie Parigian Honored With a Portland Business Journal CFO of the Year Award in Small Private Company Category](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/9e/c3/83f4932f384d57c4b212adfd0c48.jpg)
American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS) Chief Financial Officer Debbie Parigian has been awarded a 2016 Portland Business Journal CFO of the Year award in the Small Private Company category. Parigian was honored at the PBJ CFO of the Year Luncheon on May 19, 2016 and is profiled in the PBJ CFO print publication, released on May 20, 2016.
![American College of Healthcare Sciences MS in CAM Graduate Dusty Floyd Awarded DEAC's 2016 Outstanding Graduate Recognition](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/c4/82/5193f1af662826214a488d4fbaf4.jpg)
Dusty Floyd, American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS) alumna, has received the DEAC's 2016 Outstanding Graduate award.
![ACHS MS in CAM Graduate Kellie Cooney Awarded DEAC's 2016 Famous Alumni Recognition](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/9a/68/8d3f06a25bb5d4011821b939d01e.jpg)
Kellie Cooney, American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS) graduate, has received the DEAC's 2016 Famous Alumni award.
Dorene Petersen, president and founder of the American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS), was featured in the ABC news story "Products to help you sleep better and sounder." (Aired April 7, 2016.)
Watch: http://www.abc2news.com/news/health/products-to-help-you-sleep-better-and-sounder
![Aromatherapy Expert Discusses Memory, Brain Health, and Essential Oils at AAC Conference Delhi, India](https://cdn.nwe.io/files/x/19/f7/f23d10de0a21b033910b82dee799.jpg)
There are 47.5 million people living with dementia worldwide, and the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates this number to increase 70% by 2050.[1] These devastating statistics have prompted researchers to investigate alternative protocols, like aromatherapy essential oils, to provide accessible, effective support for an aging global population.