Education
B.S., Wittenberg University
M.A., Columbia University
Ed.D. Columbia University

Research Interests:
Physical Activity and mood alteration, and exercise characteristics that might maximize the benefits. Use of physical activity for stress management; Factors influencing sport and exercise initiation, adoption, and adherence; Physical activity and self-concept; Barriers to physical activity; Factors influencing physical activity behaviors in obese populations; Enhancing flow states in sport and exercise; Exercise sport, and the quality of life.

Courses Taught:
Undergraduate: Exercise Psychology; Sport psychology; Lifetime fitness and psychological well-being

Graduate: Exercise Psychology; Research and Practice; Research Methods; Sport Psychology; Current Issues