Biology

I am a native of Seattle, Washington. My degrees include a B.S. in Zoology from the University of Washington in 1972, an M.S. in Biology from the University of New Mexico in 1976, and a Ph.D. in Biology from the University of New Mexico in 1981. After finishing my doctoral degree I had a postdoctoral research fellowship for two and a half years in the Department of Physiology at the University of Florida College of Medicine.

My professional work experience started with a position as a human engineering analyst at the Boeing Company in Seattle from 1972 to 1974. After completing my postdoctoral fellowship I joined the faculty of the Department of Biology at Eastern Washington University in 1983. I served as department chair from 1994 to 1997.

My research interest in exercise physiology comes from my personal interest in sports. I was very active in synchronized swimming for quite a number of years as a swimmer and coach. Today I'm an avid masters swimmer, and I also enjoy kayaking, skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, and cycling

Eastern Since:
1983
Undergraduate Degree:
University of Washington, 1972
Graduate Degree(s):
University of New Mexico, 1976, M.S.
University of New Mexico, 1981, Ph.D.
Post Doctoral Work:
University of Florida, College of Medicine, 1981-1983
Advisor: Human Biology
Courses Taught:
Human Anatomy and Physiology; Animal Physiology; Biology of Women; Biology of Aging; Nervous System for WWAMI medical students
Research Areas:
Effects of exercise on endocrine and reproductive systems.