General Information

Research and scholarly interests include the study of curriculum development and the effective supervision of therapeutic recreation interns; interdisciplinary initiatives, especially determining cost effective means of providing coordinated client services with special focus on advocating for the role of therapeutic recreation as a viable treatment intervention and member of the interdisciplinary team; rural gerontology; play and its importance in the perpetuation and development of culture and as a means of promoting cultural awareness; and the role of leisure in society especially related to enhancing family cohesiveness.

Research and Scholarly Activity

• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Social and cultural aspects of play
• State recognition and licensure of professional fields
• Internships and field placement experiences
• Mentoring collegues and students
• Rural gerontology

Professional Service

• National Council on Therapeutic Recreation Certification, Chair of the Board of Directors
• Therapeutic Recreation Journal, Associate Editor
• State Recognition Steering Committee
• Interdisciplinary Internship Coordinators Committee