Faculty Credentials

Scott Michael Berkowitz (F) - Vita

Clinton S Blinka (P) - Vita

Jason Baxter Boyle (P) - Vita

William Dean Choate (F) - Vita

Patrick Rhodes Davis (F) - Vita

Jennifer Johnson Didier (F) - Vita

• Hollander, D. B., et al. (2017). Comparison of resistance exercise perceived exertion and muscle activation at varied submaximal durations, loads, and muscle actions. Jn of Strength & Conditioning Research, 31(5), 1387 - 1394.; Glave, AP, Didier, J.J., et al. (2016). Testing postural stability: Are the Star Excursion Balance Test and Biodex Balance System Limits of Stability test consistent? Gait & Posture, 43(1), 225-227. ; Glave, A. P., Didier, J. J., Oden, G. L., Wagner, M. C., & Rivera, S. M. (2015). The relationship between body fat percentage and difference in caloric expenditure as measured by indirect calorimetry and estimated by an elliptical trainer. Jn of Molecular Pathophysiology, 4(2), 65-68.; Didier, J. J., Glave, A. P, Fiaud, V., Browning, S & Weatherwax, J. (2014) Reliability of BBS LOS test at two time points in a Healthy Population. Jn of Fitness Research, 3(3), 3-7. Didier, J. J. (2014). Reducing texting and driving behaviors through critical thinking. Inquiry, 29(1), 56-62.; Didier, J. J., Glave, A. P., Montz, J. (2013). In-season plyometric training transfers to sport specific movements. Jn of Fitness Research, 2(2), 14-22.; Didier, J. J., Li, L., and Magill, R. A. (2013). Environmental context affects outcome and kinematic changes at different rates during skill learning. Perceptual & Motor Skills: Motor Skills & Ergonomics, 116(3), 953-968.
• Teacher Certification. Physical Education, grades K-12. State of Texas, 1996 - Life.; Teacher Certification. Psychology, grades 6-12. State of Texas, 1996 - Life.
• * Didier, J. J. (2012). United States Anti-Doping Agency, True Sport Award. The 100% Hornet-100% Me program is a comprehensive wellness program that focuses on the preparation of lifelong sports and activity through healthy nutrition, exercise, mentorship, and mental and physical conditioning. * Program Director for Sport and Human Performance and Exercise Science, Sam Houston State University.
• Oct 2016 to Jan 2018 Interim co-Chair for the Department of Kinesiology, Sam Houston State University; 2014 to Present Associate Professor, Sam Houston State University; 2010 to2014 Assistant Professor Sam Houston State University; 2003 to 2010 Assistant Professor Southeastern Louisiana University. Awarded tenure Spring 2008. Motor Behavior Lab Coordinator (2003-2010), Exercise Science Curriculum Chair (2006 - 2010), Internship Supervisor for Exercise Science Students (2006)
• * Blackboard Learn Teaching Online Certification; * Completing the ACUE Effective Teaching Practices course; * Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative Training: Social and Behavioral Research (For Faculty) Completed April 2013, SHSU Human Subjects Curriculum: Completed September 2010;

Laura B Dougherty (F) - Vita

Brent Cullen Estes (F) - Vita

• Marketing/Promotions Coordinator- Mobile Baybears AA Professional Baseball Organization (2001)
• Development Coordinator- The Florida State University Seminole Boosters Inc. (2003)
• Business Operations Assistant- The Florida State University Athletic Department (2004)
• Numerous Professional Development Seminars Related to Statistics and Research

Allison Page Glave (F) - Vita

• Biomechanics related publications: Glave, A. P., Didier, J. J., Weatherwax, J.*, Browning, S*., & Fiaud, V. (2016). Testing postural stability: Are the Star Excursion Balance Test and Biodex Balance System Limits of Stability tests consistent? Gait & Posture, 43, 225-227. doi: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2015.09.028 Didier, J. J., Glave, A. P., Weatherwax, J.*, Browning, S.*, & Fiaud, V. (2014). Reliability of BBS LOS test at two time points in a Healthy Population. Journal of Fitness Research, 3(3), 3-7. Glave, A. P., Di Brezzo, R. Applegate, D. K., & Olson, J. M. (2014). The effects of obesity classification method on select kinematic gait variables in adult females. Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness, 54(2), 197-202. Glave, A. P., Di Brezzo, R., Applegate, D. K., & Olson, J.M. (2013). The effects of weight and activity on select kinematic gait variables in adult females. Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 13(4), 471-478. doi: 10.7752/jpes.2013.04075 Didier, J. J., Glave, A. P., & Montz, J. (2013). In-season plyometric training transfers to sport specific movements. Journal of Fitness Research, 2(2), 14-22. Glave, A. P., Olson, J. M., Applegate, D. K., & Di Brezzo, R. (2012). The effects of two different arm positions and weight status on select kinematic variables during the bodyweight squat. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 26(11), 3148-3154. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0b013e318243fefb
• Dissertation topic was the impact of obesity on gait biomechanics (The Effects of Weight and Activity Status on Select Kinematic Variables during Walking in Females Aged 25 to 45 Years).

Nicholas Edward Grahovec (F) - Vita

Tayler Lorraine Gray (P) - Vita

Steven Wayne Jeter (P) - Vita

Dustin Ray Le Norman (F) - Vita

Brenda Welch Nichols (F) - Vita

Liette Bellerive Ocker (F) - Vita

Gary L Oden (F) - Vita

• Served two years as the Director of Wellness for Westinghouse Corporation. Served as Director of the National Institute of Preventive Medicine.
• American College of Sports Medicine. Certification for Exercise Test Technologist
• Performance Enhancement Specialist, NASM Clinical Exercise Specialist, NASM

Simmie Mirinda Oden (F) - Vita

Robert Lincoln Oviatt (P) - Vita

Hope Ghorley Parker (P) - Vita

• Graduate Assistant - Sam Houston State University, 2002
• Graduate Assistant, Athletics - Sam Houston State University, 2000-2002

Jesse E Parker (F) - Vita

Erica Ann Pasquini (F) - Vita

Emily A Roper (F) - Vita

• Over 400 hours of applied experience in Sport and Exercise Psychology
• Sport Psychology Dissertation of the Year Award (awarded by AASP)
• A strong publication record in Sport Psychology and Sociology. Published in The Sport Psychologist, Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, Women in Sport and Physical Activity Journal, Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, Sex Roles: A Research Journal, Athletic Insight, and the Journal of Sport Behavior.
• Associate Editor for Athletic Insight (scholarly journal in Sport Psychology). Reviewer for numerous scholarly journals including The Sport Psychologist, Journal of Applied Sport Psychology and Women in Sport and Physical Activity Journal.
• Numerous state, national and international conference presentations

Jose Alberto Santiago (F) - Vita

• Presentations at the state and national conferences such as the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance, and Society of Health and Physical Educators-America. Published in journals such as Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly, Physical Educator, ICHPER-SD Journal of Research, and Journal of Higher Education Outreach and Engagement.
• K-12 Physical Education Teaching Certification, Texas
• SHAPE America, Southern District Ethnic Minority Award Recipient, 2016. TAHPERD Honor Award Recipient, 2015. SHSU David Payne Award for Academic Community Engagement Recipient, 2014.
• Member PETE Initial Standards Writing Task Force, SHAPE America, (2015-2016).
• Elementary Health & Physical Education Manager, Department of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment, Houston Independent School District. Physical Education Teacher, Benavidez Elementary School, Houston Independent School District. Women's Volleyball Assistant Coach, Rice University, Houston, Texas.

Jack V Sears (F) - Vita

Patrick D St Louis (P) - Vita

Clinton Lawrence Staub (P) - Vita

Christine C. Thompson (F) - Vita

• 1980-Current, Instructor/Lecturer, Sam Houston State University - 1980-Current, Guest Lecture, Huntsville Independent School District - 1980-1997, Head Tennis Coach, Sam Houston State University

Amy Renee Van Horn (F) - Vita

Matthew Charles Wagner (F) - Vita

• Owner/Manager- Health Club - Establishing exercise programs, clinical experience in working with overweight, overfat, diabetic, hypertensive and other special populations. Implementing biomechanical principles in the establishment of exercise programs for healthy and diseased individuals.Director, Personal Training and Continuing Education Workshops - Instructing individuals on proper exercise techniques to qualify them to become personal trainers- topics taught include exercise science, biomechanics, injury prevention, ergonomics, nutrition, and exercise adherence.Personal Training - implementing and continuing exercise programs for both healthy and diseased/rehabilitating clients

Courtney Nicole Wallace (F) - Vita

• Graduate Assistant - Sam Houston State University, 2004-2006
• Pool Faculty Member - Sam Houston State University, 2006-Present

Randall K Walton (F) - Vita

• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist by the National Strength and Conditioning AssociationUSA Weightlifting Club CoachUSA Track and Field Level 1 Coaching License
• 12 years as a Strength and Conditioning Coach
• Presenter at National Strength and Conditioning Association State Clinic, School District Professional Developments, and other Coaching Clinics. Reviewer for the Performance Training Journal and a column in the Strength and Conditioning Journal, both published by the National Strength and Conditioning Association

Kevin Lee Ward (P) - Vita

• 20+ years diving & instructionCertifications with: PADI ( Professional Association of Diving Instructors) and SSI ( Scuba Schools International )
• Has over 25 years experience owning and operating my own business in the scuba industry - 1985-Present
• State of Texas Teaching Certificate
• Public School Teacher ( currently teaching computer technology )
• Graduate Assistant - Sam Houston State University, 2002-2003
• Pool Faculty Member teaching KIN 210: Aquatics, Sam Houston State University, 2003

Rachael M Wilcox (F) - Vita

• Conference presentations at American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting, the Mixed Methods Regional Conference, Mixed Methods International Research Association, and Southwest Educational Research Association.
• Higher Educational Leadership, Ed.D.
• Graduate Assistant Fall 2009
• Master's Degree in Kinesiology, Sport Management
• Undergraduate degree in Health Services with a minor in Athletic Coaching.

Mary Lola Williams (F) - Vita

Ryan K Zapalac (F) - Vita

• Numerous presentations at state, national, and international conferences such as the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (AAHPERD), Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP), Reversal Theory Society, North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity (NASPSPA), and Sport Marketing Association (SMA). Also, I have been published in journals such as Sport Marketing Quarterly, International Journal of Sport Marketing and Sponsorship, and the International Journal of Sport Psychology.