School:
Hackensack-Meridian Health School of Nursing & Wellness
Department:
Exercise Science, Wellness, and Sports
Office Location:
Wellness Center 529
Office Hours:
Educational Background
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN
- Ph.D. in Exercise Science, Sports, and Leisure Studies (2010)
- Dissertation: “Effects of Taiji and Strength Training Interventions on Knee Osteoarthritis of Older Adults.”
- Minor: Statistics
- M.S. in Human Performance and Sports Studies (2003)
- Thesis: “The effect of shoe inserts on the kinematics of the lower extremity and center of pressure during treadmill running.”
- B.S. in Biomedical Engineering (2001)
- Minor: Computer Science
Professional Experience
- Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Integrative Health and Exercise Science, Georgian Court University (2022 – present)
- Assistant Professor, Department of Integrative Health and Exercise Science, Georgian Court University (2014 – 2022)
- Adjunct Professor, Department of Kinesiology, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN (2013-2014)
- Adjunct Professor, Department of Natural and Behavioral Sciences, Pellissippi State Community College, Knoxville, TN (2011)
Research / Creativity Interest Area
- Running biomechanics
- Motor skills development and athletic performance
- Ergonomics and physical demands of occupations (particularly nursing)
Additional Information
- Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist through the Nation Strength & Conditioning Association (CSCS ID: 7248323730)