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D.A. (Doctor of Arts) in Physical Education, Middle Tennessee State University,
Murfreesboro, Tennessee (2003). Emphasis areas: Exercise Science and Health
Education
Dissertation: Grip Strength in Relationship to Overall Strength and Functional Capacity
in Very Old and Oldest Old Females
M.Ed. in Health Promotion, Northwestern State University, Natchitoches, Louisiana
(1995). Emphasis areas: Corporate Health Promotion and Health Psychology
Internship: American Heart Association National Center, Corporate Health Division
B.A. in Psychology, Northwestern State University (1992). Emphasis area: Behavioral
Psychology
Honors, Awards & Listings
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2016 TAHPERD (Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, & Dance) Honor Award
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2015 - 2016 Texas A&M University - Commerce Faculty Senate Recognition Award for Professional Excellence - University Service Award
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2016 Professor of the Year, 4th Annual Dan and Jalinna Jones Education Awards Ceremony
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2013 HHP Departmental nomination for Minnie Piper Stevens teaching award
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2012 SDAHPERD (Southern District Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, & Dance) College/University Health Educator of the Year
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2011 TAHPERD College/University Health Educator of the Year
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Texas A & M University System, Fall 2010, Spring 2011, Fall 2012 Student Recognition Award for Teaching Excellence awarded by the Texas A & M University Chancellor
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NAKHE (National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education)*
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AAHPERD (American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance)
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AAHE (American Association for Health Education)
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NASPE (National Association for Sport & Physical Education)
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SDAHPERD (Southern District Alliance for Health, Education, Recreation, and Dance)
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Texas AHPERD (Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance)*
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Delta Kappa Gamma – Honor Society for Women Educators*
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PHBA (Palomino Horse Breeders Association)*
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NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association)
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ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine)
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IFPA (International Fitness Professionals Association)
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AFAA (Aerobics and Fitness Association of America)