Bachelor of Arts: Health, Luther College, 1990

Master of Science: Kinesiology, Athletic Training, Indiana University, 1991

Doctor of Health and Safety: School and College Health Education, Indiana University, 1996

Certified Athletic Trainer (NATABOC) since 1991

I am currently in my 11th year at EIU and in my 20th year of teaching at the collegiate level. I began my teaching in KSR at EIU in 2010 and then left for Millikin University from 2016-2022 to serve as the Department Chair in the Department of Exercise Science and Sport. I returned to EIU in July 2022 to serve as the Dean of the College of Health and Human Services. I returned to the KSR faculty in August of 2026. I teach a variety of courses in both the Exercise Science and Sport Administration programs. 

Fall 2026 Office Hours:

Monday/Wednesday: 9:00 - 10:30 & 1:30 - 3:00

Tuesday/Thursday: 10:00 - 11:00 

or by appointment