Research Interests:

Gerontology, spirituality, mental health, health policy and law, qualitative research, educational administration, and international study abroad.

Education:

Doctoral Candidate 2006, Health Education, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois

Certificate of Gerontology 2004, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois

Post-Graduate Study 1989-1990, Educational Law and Educational Administration
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois

Master of Science Degree August 1987, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois
Educational Administration and Higher Education
Thesis:  “Reconstructionism: Religion and Politics in Education”

Bachelor of Arts Degree December 1993, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois
Legal Studies

Bachelor of Science Degree December 1979, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois
English and Elementary Education

Curriculum Vitae