Group 1 - Northwestern Health Sciences University (NWHSU) announced the creation of a major endowed scholarship by The Joint Corp., the largest franchisor of chiropractic care in the U.S. [1][6] - The scholarship aims to support chiropractic students and future healthcare leaders, with the first award expected in winter 2026 [4][2]. - The endowment will generate over $6,000 annually for scholarships, contributing to NWHSU's goal of increasing student affordability [4][3]. Group 2 - The Joint Corp. operates over 950 chiropractic clinics nationwide and has more than 14 million patient visits annually, positioning itself as a leader in the chiropractic industry [6][5]. - The company has been recognized in various rankings, including being named "No. 1 in Chiropractic Services" by Entrepreneur and listed among the "Top 50 Franchises" by SUCCESS [6][5]. - The Joint's business model focuses on making chiropractic care convenient and affordable, eliminating the need for insurance [6][7].