On behalf of the faculty, staff, and students of the Department of Health  Studies, I would like to welcome you to our web site. 

Our department is comprised of dedicated faculty that places teaching as the highest priority in their professional careers.  Faculty also conduct state, national, and international level research with the focus of improving the knowledge base of our students.  In addition, faculty provide service both on and off campus in their area of expertise.  In exit interviews of our graduating majors, a common statement is "the faculty of Health Studies are extremely knowledgeable and were available whenever I had questions."  f you are looking for a career in the health field that goes beyond the  treatment of disease, visit Health Studies 101 where you will discover who and what we are. We wish you success in your academic endeavors.  Sincerely, 

Dr. Robert P. Bates, Chair, FAASE