All Departments
Leadership
Alberto Cordova, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Undergraduate Student Success and Associate Professor, Kinesiology
alberto.cordova@utsa.eduAlberto Cordova, Ph.D.
Title
Associate Dean for Undergraduate Student Success and Associate Professor, Kinesiology
Email
alberto.cordova@utsa.eduRoom
MB 3.422
Department
Kinesiology
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CV
Research Interests
- Cognitive level of action processing in children
Education
- Ph.D., Motor Neuroscience, Texas A&M University, 2008
- M.S., Kinesiology: Motor Neuroscience, Texas A&M University, 2005
- B.S., Exercise and Sports Studies, Tarleton State University, 2002.
Lynne Cossman, Ph.D.
Dean, College for Health, Community and Policy
lynne.cossman@utsa.edu210-458-2530
Lynne Cossman, Ph.D.
Title
Dean, College for Health, Community and Policy
Phone Number
210-458-2530Email
lynne.cossman@utsa.eduRoom
Department
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Cossman CV
Kelly Garza
Title
Assistant Dean of Fiscal Administration
Email
kelly.garza@utsa.eduRoom
Department
Business Service Center
Erica Sosa, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Research and Associate Professor, Public Health
erica.sosa@utsa.eduErica Sosa, Ph.D.
Title
Associate Dean for Research and Associate Professor, Public Health
Email
erica.sosa@utsa.eduRoom
MS 3.402
Department
Public Health
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Sosa CV
Research Interests
- Examining structural, cultural and psychosocial contributors to the onset of diabetes and obesity among minority populations
- Latino health issues
- Identifying opportunities for improving data analysis and psychometric measurements used in Health Promotion research
Johnelle Sparks, Ph.D.
Senior Associate Dean of Faculty Success and Administration and Professor, Demography
johnelle.sparks@utsa.eduJohnelle Sparks, Ph.D.
Title
Senior Associate Dean of Faculty Success and Administration and Professor, Demography
Email
johnelle.sparks@utsa.eduRoom
MNT 2.270D
Department
Demography
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J. Sparks CV
Research Interests
- Health disparities
- Maternal and child health
- Biomarkers and premature aging
- Segregation and health
- Breastfeeding and duration and initiation
- Spatial inequality
- Latinos in higher education
Education
- Ph.D., Rural Sociology and Demography, The Pennsylvania State University, 2006
- M.A., Sociology, University of Arkansas, 2003
- M.A., Social Policy, University of Sydney, Australia, 2003
- B.A., Sociology and Criminal Justice, University of Arkansas, 2001
Rob Tillyer, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Graduate Student Success and Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice
robert.tillyer@utsa.edu210.458.2979
Rob Tillyer, Ph.D.
Title
Associate Dean for Graduate Student Success and Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice
Phone Number
210.458.2979Email
robert.tillyer@utsa.eduRoom
DB 4.210
Department
Criminology and Criminal Justice
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R. Tillyer CV
Research Interests
- Criminal justice system decision making
- Victimization
- Crime prevention
- Criminal events
Education
- Ph.D., Criminal Justice, University of Cincinnati, 2008
- M.A., Criminology, Simon Fraser University, 2003
- B.A., with Honors, Simon Fraser University, 2001
Department Chairs
Amy Chanmugam, Ph.D.
Department Chair and Associate Professor, Social Work
amy.chanmugam@utsa.edu210.458.3000
Amy Chanmugam, Ph.D.
Title
Department Chair and Associate Professor, Social Work
Phone Number
210.458.3000Email
amy.chanmugam@utsa.eduRoom
FS 4.544
Department
Social Work
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A. Chanmugam CV
Research Interests
- Intimate partner violence, especially child/adolescent exposure
- Family interventions & support services, especially shelter-based
- Family systems & psychological trauma
- Child abuse & neglect
- Parent-child relationships
- Adoption & foster care
- School social work & school-based interventions
- Qualitative methods
Education
- Ph.D., Social Work, The University of Texas at Austin, 2009
- M.S., Social Work, The University of Texas at Austin, 1996
- B.A., Psychology and German Literature, Vassar College, 1990
Sandor Dorgo, Ph.D.
Richard Hartley, Ph.D.
Department Chair and Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice
richard.hartley@utsa.edu210.458.2759
Richard Hartley, Ph.D.
Title
Department Chair and Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice
Phone Number
210.458.2759Email
richard.hartley@utsa.eduRoom
DB 4.202
Department
Criminology & Criminal Justice
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Hartley CV
Research Interests
- Decision-making practices for criminal court outcomes
- Correlates of prosecutorial and judicial decision making
- Race/ethnicity and criminal justice
- Process and outcome evaluations
Education
- Ph.D., Criminology and Criminal Justice, University of Nebraska at Omaha, 2005
- M.S., Criminal Justice, Minot State University, 2000
- B.S., Criminal Justice, Minot State University, 1997
Kara Joyner, Ph.D.
Title
Department Chair and Professor, Demography
Email
kara.joyner@utsa.eduRoom
Department
Demography
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Joyner CV
Sandra Morissette, Ph.D.
Department Chair and Professor, Psychology
sandra.morissette@utsa.edu210.458.8742
Sandra Morissette, Ph.D.
Title
Department Chair and Professor, Psychology
Phone Number
210.458.8742Email
sandra.morissette@utsa.eduRoom
MH 4.04.54B
Department
Psychology
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Research Interests
- Military Health
- Post-deployment Functional Recovery
- Trauma, Anxiety and Addictive Behaviors
- Smoking Cessation
Education
- Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, 2001, Boston University (APA approved)
- M.A. in Clinical Psychology, 1997, Boston University
- B.A. in Psychology, 1993, University of Vermont
Sara B. Oswalt, Ph.D.
Title
Department Chair and Professor, Public Health
Email
sara.oswalt@utsa.eduRoom
MB 3.412
Department
Public Health
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CV
Research Interests
- Assessment and evaluation relevant to college health with special interest in sexual and reproductive health
- GLBTQ+ issues and mental health
Education
- Ph.D., Health Promotion and Behavior, University of Georgia, 2003
- M.P.H., Public Health Education, Indiana University Bloomington, 1995
- B.S., General and Life Science, The Pennsylvania State University, 1993
Francine Romero, Ph.D.
Department Chair and Associate Professor, Public Administration
francine.romero@utsa.edu210.458.2501
Francine Romero, Ph.D.
Title
Department Chair and Associate Professor, Public Administration
Phone Number
210.458.2501Email
francine.romero@utsa.eduRoom
DB 4.232
Department
Public Administration
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F. Romero CV
Research Interests
- Institutional determinants of public policy
- Local land use policies (open space protection, zoning, annexation)
- Federal and state civil rights policies of the twentieth century (courts and legislatures)
- Policies of the Progressive Era (voting reforms and immigration restrictions)
Education
- Ph.D., Political Science, University of California, Riverside, 1995
- M.A., Political Science, University of California, Riverside, 1993
- B.A., Political Science, California State University, San Bernardino, 1989
Ray Swisher, Ph.D.
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Swisher CV
Research Interests
Adolescence and the transition to adulthood
Violence and crime across life course
Parental incarceration
Social mobility and first generation students
Education
1999 Ph.D., Sociology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
1996 M.A., Sociology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
1990 M.C.R.P., City and Regional Planning, Ohio State University
1988 B.A., Geography, Ohio State University
Faculty
Eileen Achorn, Ph.D.
Senior Lecturer and Internship Coordinator, Psychology
eileen.achorn@utsa.edu210.458.8546
Eileen Achorn, Ph.D.
Title
Senior Lecturer and Internship Coordinator, Psychology
Phone Number
210.458.8546Email
eileen.achorn@utsa.eduRoom
MH 4.04.40
Department
Psychology
Education
- Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, University of Texas at Austin
- B.A. in Psychology, University of Texas at Austin
Beatriz Alaniz, LCSW-S
Title
Assistant Professor of Practice, Social Work
Email
beatriz.alaniz@utsa.eduRoom
Department
Social Work
Jennifer Alexander, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Public Administration
jennifer.alexander@utsa.edu210.458.2532
Jennifer Alexander, Ph.D.
Title
Associate Professor, Public Administration
Phone Number
210.458.2532Email
jennifer.alexander@utsa.eduRoom
DB 4.204
Department
Public Administration
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J. Alexander CV
Research Interests
- Public administration theory
- Administrative responsibility and discretion
- The political role of nonprofits (citizenship, advocacy, policy implementation)
- Public budgeting
- Ethics, social equity and race
Education
- Ph.D., Public Administration and Policy, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 1993.
- M.S., Geography, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 1985
- B.S., Foreign Service, History and Diplomacy of Developing Nations, Georgetown University, Washington, 1978
Gina Amatangelo
Assistant Professor of Practice, Undergraduate Advisor of Record, and Internship Coordinator, Public Administration
gina.amatangelo@utsa.edu210.458.2617
Gina Amatangelo
Title
Assistant Professor of Practice, Undergraduate Advisor of Record, and Internship Coordinator, Public Administration
Phone Number
210.458.2617Email
gina.amatangelo@utsa.eduRoom
DB 4.339
Department
Public Administration
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Amatangelo CV
Education
- Master of Public Affairs, University of Texas at Austin
- B.A. in Communications, Pennsylvania State University
Marina Armendariz, Ph.D.
Brian Armenta, Ph.D.
Megan Augustyn, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Graduate Advisor of Record, Criminology & Criminal Justice
megan.augustyn@utsa.edu210.458.2976
Megan Augustyn, Ph.D.
Title
Associate Professor, Graduate Advisor of Record, Criminology & Criminal Justice
Phone Number
210.458.2976Email
megan.augustyn@utsa.eduRoom
DB 4.220
Department
Criminology and Criminal Justice
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Augustyn CV
Research Interests
- Causes and consequences of crime and victimizations over the life course
- Legal attitudes and legal socialization
- Help-seeking behaviors
- Intimate and family violence
- Gender and crime
Education
- Ph.D. Criminology and Criminal Justice, University of Maryland, College Park, 2013
- M.A. Criminology and Criminal Justice, University of Maryland, College Park, 2009
- B.A. Sociology and Spanish (Cum Laude), University of Notre Dame, 2006
Ganesh Baniya
John P. Bartkowski, Ph.D.
Title
Professor, Sociology
Phone Number
210.508.2530Email
john.bartkowski@utsa.eduRoom
MS 4.02.38
Department
Sociology
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Bortkowski CV
Research Interests
- Culture
- Family
- Gender
- Program Evaluation
- Qualitative Methodology
- Religion
- Social Inequality
- Social Welfare
- Social Policy
Education
- Ph.D., The University of Texas at Austin
- M.A., The University of Texas at Austin
- B.A., St. Mary's University, San Antonio
Michael Baumann, Ph.D.
Title
Professor, Psychology
Phone Number
210.458.5720Email
Michael.Baumann@utsa.eduRoom
MH 4.02.80
Department
Psychology
Research Interests
- Decision making, process, and performance in groups, teams, and multi-team systems
- Social and situational factors, including workplace factors, in substance use
- Perceiving & Leveraging Expertise
- Negative attitudes toward women (especially in the workplace)
Education
- Ph.D. in Social/Organizational Psychology, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- M.A., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- B.A., Northwestern University
Cashen M. Boccio, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice
cashen.boccio@utsa.edu210.458.2618
Cashen M. Boccio, Ph.D.
Title
Assistant Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice
Phone Number
210.458.2618Email
cashen.boccio@utsa.eduRoom
DB 4.216
Department
Criminology and Criminal Justice
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C. Boccio CV
Research Interests
- Trait-based theories of crime
- Self-control
- Psychopathy
- Life-course criminology
- Criminological theory
Education
- Ph.D., Criminology and Criminal Justice, Florida State University, 2018
- M.S., Criminology, California State University, Fresno, 2012
- B.S., Biology, University of Washington, 2009
- B.A., Sociology, University of Washington, 2009
Chris Booker, M.S.
Lecturer I, Internship Coordinator, Criminology and Criminal Justice
christopher.booker@utsa.edu210.458.2624
Chris Booker, M.S.
Title
Lecturer I, Internship Coordinator, Criminology and Criminal Justice
Phone Number
210.458.2624Email
christopher.booker@utsa.eduRoom
DB 4.112C
Department
Criminology and Criminal Justice
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Booker CV
James H. Bray, Ph.D.
Title
Professor, Psychology
Phone Number
210.458.7352Email
james.bray@utsa.eduRoom
MH 4.04.54
Department
Psychology
Research Interests
- Family Psychology & Health
- Adolescent Substance Use
- Primary Care Psychology
Education
- Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, 1980, University of Houston
- M.A., Clinical Psychology, 1978, University of Houston
- B.S., Psychology, 1976, University of Houston
Denver Brown, Ph.D.
Title
Assistant Professor, Psychology
Email
denver.brown@utsa.eduRoom
MB 2.410
Department
Psychology
Research Interests
- Exercise Psychology & Behavioral Medicine
- Time Use Epidemiology
- Physical Activity Determinants
- Movement Behaviors and Health
Education
- Postdoctoral Fellowship in Behavioral Medicine, 2021, McMaster University, Canada
- Postdoctoral Fellowship in Pediatric Exercise Medicine, 2020, University of Toronto, Canada
- Ph.D. in Kinesiology, 2018, McMaster University, Canada
- M.Sc. in Kinesiology, 2014, McMaster University, Canada
- Hon. B.Sc. in Kinesiology, 2012, McMaster University, Canada
Brenya Buchalski, J.D.
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Education
- J.D. , Law, University of Maryland School of Law
- M.A., Mental Health (Community Counseling), St. Mary's University
- B.A., Political Science, Johns Hopkins University
Nydia Cabra, DAT, LAT, ATC
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Cabra CV
Favor Campbell, M.S.
Title
Lecturer I, Sociology
Phone Number
210.458.2530Email
favor.campbell@utsa.eduRoom
MS 3.02.42
Department
Sociology
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Favor Campbell CV
Research Interests
- Race/Ethnicity
- Gender
- Health/Sport
- Family Marriage
Education
- B.A., Communications, University of Texas at San Antonio
- M.S., Sociology, University of Texas at San Antonio
Manuel Cano, Ph.D.
Title
Assistant Professor, Social Work
Phone Number
210.458.3000Email
manuel.cano@utsa.eduRoom
FS 4.416
Department
Social Work
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Cano CV
Research Interests
- Epidemiology of substance use disorders in Hispanic Americans
- Alcohol and drug use-related problems affecting U.S. Hispanics
- Acculturation and contextual factors implicated in Hispanic health
Education
- Ph.D., School of Social Work, Boston College, 2019
- M.S.W., School of Social Work, Arizona State University, 2007
- B.A., Business Administration, Tecnológico de Monterrey, 2003
Stephanie Cardwell, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice
stephanie.cardwell@utsa.edu210-458-2535
Stephanie Cardwell, Ph.D.
Title
Assistant Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice
Phone Number
210-458-2535Email
stephanie.cardwell@utsa.eduRoom
Department
Criminology and Criminal Justice
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Cardwell CV
Education
Ph.D. Criminology, University of Texas at Dallas
M.S. Criminal Justice, University of Alabama at Birmingham
B.S. Psychology, University of Alabama at Birmingham Tamara Casso, M.S.
Title
Lecturer I, Sociology
Phone Number
210.458.8193Email
tamara.casso@utsa.eduRoom
MS 4.03.40
Department
Sociology
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Tamara Casso CV
Research Interests
- Qualitative Research Methods
- PhotoEthnography
- Visual Studies
- Mexican American Communities
- Border Studies
- Latinas/Chicanas in the U.S.
- Identity Construction
- Food and Culture
Education
- M.S., Sociology, University of Texas at San Antonio
- B.A., Sociology, Texas A&M International University
Amy Chanmugam, Ph.D.
Department Chair and Associate Professor, Social Work
amy.chanmugam@utsa.edu210.458.3000
Amy Chanmugam, Ph.D.
Title
Department Chair and Associate Professor, Social Work
Phone Number
210.458.3000Email
amy.chanmugam@utsa.eduRoom
FS 4.544
Department
Social Work
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A. Chanmugam CV
Research Interests
- Intimate partner violence, especially child/adolescent exposure
- Family interventions & support services, especially shelter-based
- Family systems & psychological trauma
- Child abuse & neglect
- Parent-child relationships
- Adoption & foster care
- School social work & school-based interventions
- Qualitative methods
Education
- Ph.D., Social Work, The University of Texas at Austin, 2009
- M.S., Social Work, The University of Texas at Austin, 1996
- B.A., Psychology and German Literature, Vassar College, 1990
Kelly Cheever, Ph.D.
Title
Assistant Professor, Kinesiology
Email
kelly.cheever@utsa.eduRoom
3.404 Main Building
Department
Kinesiology
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CV
Research Interests
- Long-term health outcomes associated with contact sport participation
- Cervical spine injury following concussion
- Sports-related concussion
- Training load acclimatization and periodization to reduce musculoskeletal injury risk
Education
- B.S., Athletic Training, Southern Utah University, 2012
- M.S., Athletic Training, Brigham Young University, 2014
- Ph.D., Kinesiology (Neuroscience certificate), Temple University, 2018
Candace Christensen, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Social Work
candace.christensen@utsa.edu210.458.3000
Candace Christensen, Ph.D.
Title
Associate Professor, Social Work
Phone Number
210.458.3000Email
candace.christensen@utsa.eduRoom
FS 4.404
Department
Social Work
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C. Christensen CV
Research Interests
- Using feminist methodology and arts-based research (theatre and photovoice) methods as both a tool for inquiry and intervention for preventing GBV (gender-based violence) among college students, within families and through media
- Disseminate research results that inform GBV prevention policy
- Intervention practices and feminist, arts-based research methods
Education
- Ph.D., Social Work, University of Utah, 2012
- Master of Social Work, University of Utah, 2008
- B.A., Theatre Studies and Literature, University of Texas at Dallas, 1997
Eunhee Chung
Title
Assistant Professor, Kinesiology
Phone Number
210.458.6723Email
eunhee.chung@utsa.eduRoom
Department
Kinesiology
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Chung CV
Jim Clark
Title
Assistant Professor of Instruction, Public Health
Phone Number
210.458.5850Email
james.clark@utsa.eduRoom
MB 3.414
Department
Public Health
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Clark CV
Tyler Collette, Ph.D.
Alberto Cordova, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Undergraduate Student Success and Associate Professor, Kinesiology
alberto.cordova@utsa.eduAlberto Cordova, Ph.D.
Title
Associate Dean for Undergraduate Student Success and Associate Professor, Kinesiology
Email
alberto.cordova@utsa.eduRoom
MB 3.422
Department
Kinesiology
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CV
Research Interests
- Cognitive level of action processing in children
Education
- Ph.D., Motor Neuroscience, Texas A&M University, 2008
- M.S., Kinesiology: Motor Neuroscience, Texas A&M University, 2005
- B.S., Exercise and Sports Studies, Tarleton State University, 2002.
Lynne Cossman, Ph.D.
Dean, College for Health, Community and Policy
lynne.cossman@utsa.edu210-458-2530
Lynne Cossman, Ph.D.
Title
Dean, College for Health, Community and Policy
Phone Number
210-458-2530Email
lynne.cossman@utsa.eduRoom
Department
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Cossman CV
Thomas Coyle, Ph.D.
Title
Professor, Psychology
Phone Number
210.458.7407Email
Thomas.Coyle@utsa.eduRoom
MH 4.04.40
Department
Psychology
Research Interests
- Mental Ability, Intelligence, & IQ
- Brain Aging & Cerebral Health Markers
- Academic Aptitude Test (SAT and ACT)
Education
- Ph.D. in Psychology, University of Florida
- M.A., Psychology, Florida Atlantic University
- B.A., Psychology, Florida Atlantic University
Colton Daniels, M.S.
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Colton Daniels CV
Research Interests
- Criminology
- Deviance
- Health Behaviors
Education
- Ph.D., Applied Demography (In Process)
- M.S., Sociology, University of Texas at San Antonio
- B.A., Sociology, University of Texas at San Antonio
Mike Davis
Title
Assistant Professor of Practice, Criminology & Criminal Justice
Email
michael.davis3@utsa.eduRoom
DB 4.235
Department
Criminology and Criminal Justice
Michael Dean
Title
Senior Lecturer, Kinesiology
Phone Number
210.458.5407Email
michael.dean@utsa.eduRoom
Department
Kinesiology
Tansu Demir, Ph.D.
Title
Associate Professor, Public Administration
Phone Number
210.458.2690Email
tansu.demir@utsa.eduRoom
DB 4.238
Department
Public Administration & Policy
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T. Demir CV
Research Interests
- Politics-administration relationship
- City managers and administrative power
- Accountability in local government
- Public policy process (implementation)
- Professionalism in public service
- Public administration theory
- Structural equation modeling methodology
Education
- Ph.D., Public Administration Theory, Florida Atlantic University, 2005
- M.A., Public Administration, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey, 2001
- B.S., Public Administration, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey, 1998
Melinda Denton, Ph.D.
Title
Associate Professor, Sociology
Phone Number
210.458.8250Email
melinda.denton@utsa.eduRoom
MS 4.02.30
Department
Sociology
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Melinda Denton CV
Research Interests
- Family
- Adolescence and Youth
- Religion and Culture
Education
- Ph.D., Sociology, University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
- M.A., Sociology, University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
- B.A., Sociology and Communication, Seattle Pacific University
Margaret Dicocco, M.S.
Education
- Ph.D., Applied Psychology (A.B.D.), Southern Illinois University Carbondale
- M.S. , Psychology, The University of Texas at San Antonio (1998)
- B.A., Psychology, The University of Texas at San Antonio (1995)
Sandor Dorgo, Ph.D.
Melissa Doyle
Terri L. Earnest, Ph.D.
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Terri Earnest CV
Research Interests
- Criminology
- Violence
- Deviance
Education
- Ph.D., Sociology, Mississippi State University
- M.S., Sociology, Mississippi State University
- B.B.A., Marketing, Mississippi State University
Maria Veronica Elias, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Public Administration
mariaveronica.elias@utsa.edu210.458.2537
Maria Veronica Elias, Ph.D.
Title
Assistant Professor, Public Administration
Phone Number
210.458.2537Email
mariaveronica.elias@utsa.eduRoom
DB 4.236
Department
Public Administration
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M. Elias CV
Research Interests
- Public administration theory and epistemology
- Public organization theory
- Community organizing and civic engagement
Education
- Ph.D., Urban Studies and Public Affairs, The University of Akron, 2008
- M.A., Geography and Urban Planning. The University of Akron, 2003
- Graduate Certificate, M.S. Management and Preservation of Natural Areas, The International University of Andalusia, La Rábida, Huelva, Spain 1999
- B.A., Geography, University Graduate in Geography—Licenciatura, The National University of the South, Bahia Blanca, Argentina, 1999
Christopher Ellison, Ph.D.
Dean's Distinguished Professor, Sociology
christopher.ellison@utsa.edu210.458.6241
Christopher Ellison, Ph.D.
Title
Dean's Distinguished Professor, Sociology
Phone Number
210.458.6241Email
christopher.ellison@utsa.eduRoom
MS 4.02.44
Department
Sociology
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Christopher G. Ellison CV
Research Interests
- Sociology of Religion
- Social Psychology of Health/Illness
- Race and Ethnic Relations
- Sociology of the Family
Education
- Ph.D., Sociology, Duke University
- B.A., Religion, Duke University
Roger Enriquez, J.D.
Center Director, Policy Studies Center and Associate Professor, Criminology & Criminal Justice
roger.enriquez@utsa.edu210.458.2691
Roger Enriquez, J.D.
Title
Center Director, Policy Studies Center and Associate Professor, Criminology & Criminal Justice
Phone Number
210.458.2691Email
roger.enriquez@utsa.eduRoom
BV 4.304D
Department
Criminology and Criminal Justice
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R. Enriquez CV
Research Interests
- Jury issues and consulting
- Criminal law, immigration law
- Latinos in the criminal justice system
- Latino policy issues including: housing, education, labor, health and human services
Education
- J.D., University of Iowa College of Law, 2001
- B.B.A., University of Texas at San Antonio, 1998
Kimberly Andrews Espy, Ph.D.
Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, Provost, and Professor, Psychology
kimberly.espy@utsa.edu210.458.2700
Kimberly Andrews Espy, Ph.D.
Title
Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, Provost, and Professor, Psychology
Phone Number
210.458.2700Email
kimberly.espy@utsa.eduRoom
MB 4.120
Department
Psychology
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Additional Information
Research Interests
- Translational neuroscience
- Executive control development and its deviations
- Statistical modeling
Education
- Ph.D. in Clinical Neuropsychology, University of Houston, Houston, TX
- M.A. in Psychology, University of Houston, Houston, TX
- B.A. in Psychology, Rice University, Houston, TX
Chantal Fahmy, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice
chantal.fahmy@utsa.edu210.458.2688
Chantal Fahmy, Ph.D.
Title
Assistant Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice
Phone Number
210.458.2688Email
chantal.fahmy@utsa.eduRoom
DB 4.214
Department
Criminology and Criminal Justice
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Fahmy CV
Research Interests
- Prisoner reentry
- Institutional corrections
- Social support
- Public health
- Deviant subcultures
Education
- Ph.D., Criminology & Criminal Justice, Arizona State University, 2018
- M.S., Criminal Justice, California State University, Long Beach, 2012
- B.A., Criminology, Law & Society, University of California, Irvine, 2008
Kandyce Fernandez Sawyer, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Public Administration
kandyce.fernandez@utsa.edu210.458.2536
Kandyce Fernandez Sawyer, Ph.D.
Title
Assistant Professor, Public Administration
Phone Number
210.458.2536Email
kandyce.fernandez@utsa.eduRoom
DB 4.244
Department
Public Administration
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K. Fernandez CV
Research Interests
- Intersections of public/private organizations and structures
- Government/nonprofit relationships
- Philanthropy and grant making foundations in public education
- Civic health and community-based organizational initiatives
Education
- Ph.D., Public Administration & Policy, Arizona State University, 2014
- Master of Public Service and Administration, Texas A&M University, 2007
- B.A., International Studies & Economics, University of Miami, 2003
Ephrem Fernandez, Ph.D.
Title
Professor, Psychology
Phone Number
210.458.5755Email
Ephrem.Fernandez@utsa.eduRoom
MH 4.01.44
Department
Psychology
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CV
Research Interests
- Affect Science
- Psychosomatics
- Anger Assessment & Treatment
- Pain
Education
- Internship, Western Psychiatric Institute & Clinic, University of Pittsburgh Medical School
- Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, Ohio State University
- M.A. in Experimental Psychology, Miami University
- B.A. (Honors), University of Western Australia
Joanne Ford-Robertson, M.S.
Graduate Advisor of Record, Lecturer III, Sociology
joanne.fordrobertson@utsa.edu210.458.7279
Joanne Ford-Robertson, M.S.
Title
Graduate Advisor of Record, Lecturer III, Sociology
Phone Number
210.458.7279Email
joanne.fordrobertson@utsa.eduRoom
MS 4.03.28
Department
Sociology
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Research Interests
- Intergroup relations
- Organizational analysis
- Strategic planning
Education
- M.S., Sociology, The University of Texas at San Antonio
- B.A., Sociology, The University of Texas at San Antonio
Jimi Francis, Ph.D.
Ginny Garcia-Alexander
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Garcia CV
Research Interests
Health Disparities, Social Demography, Religion and Health, Quantitative Methods Education
Ph.D. (Sociology), 2008, Texas A&M University
M.S. (Sociology), 2006, Texas A&M University
B.S. (Sociology), 2002, Texas A&M University
Edward Golob, Ph.D.
Professor, Psychology
edward.golob@utsa.edu210.458.8055
http://www.golobcogneurolab.org/
Edward Golob, Ph.D.
Title
Professor, Psychology
Phone Number
210.458.8055Email
edward.golob@utsa.eduhttp://www.golobcogneurolab.org/
Room
MH 4.02.52
Department
Psychology
Research Interests
- Spatial Cognition
- Attention and Working Memory
- Perception and Action
- Age-related Neurological Disorders
Education
- Postdoctoral Fellow, 1999-2001, University of California, Irvine
- Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology, 1999, Dartmouth College
- B.A. in Psychology, 1991, Capital University
Jianmin Guan, Ph.D.
Title
Associate Professor, Kinesiology
Email
jianmin.guan@utsa.eduRoom
MB 3.426
Department
Kinesiology
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CV
Research Interests
- Achievement goals and classroom climates
- Measurement and evaluation in physical activity settings
Education
- Ph.D., Sport Pedagogy, Texas A&M University, 2004
- M.Ed., Measurement and Evaluation in Kinesiology
- M.Ed., Sport Pedagogy, Shanghai Institute of Physical Education, 1993
- Diploma, Kinesiology, Huizhou Normal College, 1984
Willie Hale, Ph.D.
Title
Assistant Professor, Psychology
Phone Number
210.458.8741Email
willie.hale@utsa.eduRoom
MH 4.02.82
Department
Psychology
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Additional Information
Research Interests
- Interpersonal Perception
- Belongingness & Authenticity
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Education
- Ph.D., Psychology, The University of Texas at San Antonio
- M.S., Psychology, The University of Texas at San Antonio
- B.A., Philosophy, Creighton University
Crystel Harb, DO, M.P.H.
Title
Senior Lecturer, Public Health
Phone Number
210.458.5049Email
crystel.harb@utsa.eduRoom
MS 3.03.02
Department
Public Health
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Research Interests
- Applied public health epidemiology
- Cancer epidemiology
- Clinical trials & methods
- Global health
- Molecular & genetic epidemiology
Education
- Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, University of the Incarnate Word (in process)
- M.P.H., Epidemiology, University of Texas School of Public Health
- B.S., Biology, St. Mary's University
Richard Harris, Ph.D.
Title
Professor, Social Work
Phone Number
210.458.3000Email
richard.harris@utsa.eduRoom
FS 4.422
Department
Social Work
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R. Harris CV
Research Interests
- Social demography
- Demographic techniques
- Demography of aging
- Gender roles
- Sexual harassment and assault
- Military sociology
- Cultural competence
- Stratification
Education
- Ph.D., Sociology, Cornell University, 1976
- M.A., Sociology, Cornell University, 1974
- B.A., Sociology, Macalester College, 1971
Richard Hartley, Ph.D.
Department Chair and Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice
richard.hartley@utsa.edu210.458.2759
Richard Hartley, Ph.D.
Title
Department Chair and Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice
Phone Number
210.458.2759Email
richard.hartley@utsa.eduRoom
DB 4.202
Department
Criminology & Criminal Justice
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Hartley CV
Research Interests
- Decision-making practices for criminal court outcomes
- Correlates of prosecutorial and judicial decision making
- Race/ethnicity and criminal justice
- Process and outcome evaluations
Education
- Ph.D., Criminology and Criminal Justice, University of Nebraska at Omaha, 2005
- M.S., Criminal Justice, Minot State University, 2000
- B.S., Criminal Justice, Minot State University, 1997
Meizi He, Ph.D.
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Research Interests
- Community nutrition
- Health promotion
Education
- Ph.D., Nutrition and Health, University of Hong Kong, 2000
- M.Sc., Human Nutrition and Health, Sun Yet-sen University of Medical Sciences, 1986
- M.D., Sun Yet-sen University of Medical Sciences, 1983
Terrence Hill
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Ryan Hill, Ph.D.
Joseph Houpt, Ph.D.
Jeffrey T. Howard, Ph.D.
Title
Associate Professor, Public Health
Phone Number
210.458.2987Email
jeffrey.howard@utsa.eduRoom
MB 3.402
Department
Public Health
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Howard CV
Research Interests
- Traumatic injury epidemiology
- Accelerated aging
- Veterans health
- Hypertension
- Biodemography
- Environmental disaster/mass casualty epidemiology
Education
- Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education, US Army Institute of Surgical Research
- Ph.D., in Applied Demography, University of Texas at San Antonio, 2014
- M.A., Sociology, University of Texas at Arlington, 1996
- B.A., Sociology, University of Texas at Arlington, 1992
Ying Huang, Ph.D.
Title
Assistant Professor, Demography
Email
ying.huang@utsa.eduRoom
MNT 2.270L
Department
Demography
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Research Interests
- Urban sociology, social stratification, and population health
- Variation in neighborhood inequality over time and across racial/ethnic groups
- Social, spatial, and policy interactions that produce and reproduce racial and ethnic disparities in health
Education
- Ph.D., Sociology, University at Albany, State University of New York, 2018
- Master of Public Policy, University of Missouri, 2012
- Bachelor of Laws, Southwest University of Political Science and Law, 2010
Patricia Jaramillo, Ph.D.
Graduate Advisor of Record, Senior Lecturer, Public Administration
patricia.jaramillo@utsa.edu210.458.2716
Patricia Jaramillo, Ph.D.
Title
Graduate Advisor of Record, Senior Lecturer, Public Administration
Phone Number
210.458.2716Email
patricia.jaramillo@utsa.eduRoom
DB 4.114B
Department
Public Administration & Policy
Education
- Ph.D. Political Science, University of Colorado at Boulder
- M.P.Aff. Public Affairs, University of Texas at Austin
- B.A. Political Science, Southwestern University
Kara Joyner, Ph.D.
Title
Department Chair and Professor, Demography
Email
kara.joyner@utsa.eduRoom
Department
Demography
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Traci Keck, MS, RDN, LD
William Land, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Graduate Advisor of Record, Kinesiology
william.land@utsa.edu210-458-7855
William Land, Ph.D.
Title
Associate Professor, Graduate Advisor of Record, Kinesiology
Phone Number
210-458-7855Email
william.land@utsa.eduRoom
Department
Kinesiology
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CV
Research Interests
- Psychology: cognitive and educational psychology, motivation, learning, expertise, mental representation
- Sport Psychology: attentional focus, choking under pressure, imagery, response-effect compatibility, ideomotor theory
- Kinesiology: movement variability, motor control and learning, motion analysis
Education
- Ph.D., Sport Psychology, Florida State University, 2010
- M.S., Sport Psychology, Florida State University, 2007
- B.S., Psychology, University of Tennesee at Chattanooga, 2003
Monica Lawson, Ph.D.
Title
Assistant Professor, Psychology
Phone Number
210.458.8304Email
monica.lawson@utsa.eduRoom
MH 4.02.38
Department
Psychology
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Additional Information
Research Interests
- Cognitive & Socioemotional Development
- Child Maltreatment
Education
- Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology (Child Development), 2016, University of Toledo
- M.A. in Experimental Psychology (Child Development), 2014, University of Toledo
- B.S. in Psychology (Minor: Mathematics), 2012, University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown
Liset LealVasquez, PhD, RDN, LD, CHES
Dietetic Director & Assistant Professor of Instruction
Liset.LealVasquez@utsa.edu210.458.8199
Liset LealVasquez, PhD, RDN, LD, CHES
Title
Dietetic Director & Assistant Professor of Instruction
Phone Number
210.458.8199Email
Liset.LealVasquez@utsa.eduRoom
MB 3.472
Department
Nutrition & Dietetics
Jusung Lee, Ph.D.
Itamar Lerner, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Psychology
itamar.lerner@utsa.eduhttp://www.itamarlerner.com
Itamar Lerner, Ph.D.
Title
Assistant Professor, Psychology
Email
itamar.lerner@utsa.eduhttp://www.itamarlerner.com
Room
MH 4.04.42
Department
Psychology
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Lerner CV
Research Interests
- Cognitive & Computational Neuroscience of Memory & Learning
- Sleep Effects on Cognition & Emotion
Education
- Ph.D., Brain Sciences: Computation and Information Processing, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
- B.A., Psychobiology, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Richard Lewis, Jr., Ph.D.
Professor, Presidential Fellow, Sociology
richard.lewis@utsa.edu210.458.6759
Richard Lewis, Jr., Ph.D.
Title
Professor, Presidential Fellow, Sociology
Phone Number
210.458.6759Email
richard.lewis@utsa.eduRoom
Department
Sociology
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Research Interests
- Diversity awareness and management
- Strategic planning and evaluation research
- Sociology of religion
Education
- Ph.D., Sociology, Texas A&M University, 1981
- M.S., Sociology, Texas A&M University, 1978
- B.S., Zoology, Texas Tech University, 1976
Stella Lopez, Ph.D.
Title
Associate Professor, Psychology
Email
stella.lopez@utsa.eduRoom
MH 4.04.22
Department
Psychology
Research Interests
- Behavioral Health in Minority Groups
- Online Interaction
- Personal Perception
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy, Psychology, 1992, University of Texas at Arlington
- Master of Science, Psychology, University of Texas at Arlington
- Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, 1985, Southern Methodist University
Ray Lopez, Ph.D.
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Education
- Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology, University of Texas at Arlington (1993)
- M.S. in Experimental Psychology, University of Texas at Arlington (1992)
- B.A. in Psychology, The University of Texas at Austin (1986)
Kellie Lynch, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice
kellie.lynch@utsa.edu210.458.2049
Kellie Lynch, Ph.D.
Title
Associate Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice
Phone Number
210.458.2049Email
kellie.lynch@utsa.eduRoom
DB 4.218
Department
Criminology & Criminal Justice
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Lynch CV
Research Interests
- Intimate partner violence and homicide
- Domestic violence firearm policy
- Sexual victimization
- Stalking
- Campus safety and perceptions of risk
Education
- Ph.D., Experimental Social Psychology, University of Kentucky, 2016
- M.S., Experimental Social Psychology, University of Kentucky, 2013
- B.A., Psychology, Memorial University, St. John’s, 2011
Mary McNaughton-Cassill, Ph.D.
Graduate Advisor of Record, Professor, Psychology
Mary.McNaughtonCassill@utsa.edu210.458.6558
Mary McNaughton-Cassill, Ph.D.
Title
Graduate Advisor of Record, Professor, Psychology
Phone Number
210.458.6558Email
Mary.McNaughtonCassill@utsa.eduRoom
MH 04.02.32
Department
Psychology
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Additional Information
Research Interests
- Veteran Students' Success
- College Student Adjustment
- Stress and Coping in the Modern World
Education
- Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, University of California, San Diego-San Diego State University Joint Doctoral Program, 1991
- M.A., Psychology, University of California, Santa Barbara, 1983
- B.A., Psychology, University of California, Santa Barbara, 1981
Henry Meade, M.P.A.
Title
Lecturer III
Phone Number
210.458.3044Email
henry.meade@utsa.eduRoom
DB 2.212
Department
Criminology & Criminal Justice
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Alan Meca, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Psychology
alan.meca@utsa.eduhttps://hcap.utsa.edu/tardislab/
Alan Meca, Ph.D.
Title
Assistant Professor, Psychology
Email
alan.meca@utsa.eduhttps://hcap.utsa.edu/tardislab/
Room
MB 2.420
Department
Psychology
Research Interests
- Identity development across variety of domains including ethnic/racial identity, parental identity, military identity, etc.
- Cultural Identity Development among ethnic/racial minorities
- Acculturation and cultural stress among immigrant populations
Education
- Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology, 2014, Florida International University
- M.S. in Developmental Psychology, 2012, Florida International University
- B.A. in Psychology, 2010, Florida International University
Travis Meyers, Ph.D.
Title
Assistant Professor, Criminology & Criminal Justice
Email
travis.meyers@utsa.eduRoom
Department
Criminology and Criminal Justice
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Michael Miller, Ph.D.
Title
Associate Professor, Sociology
Phone Number
210.458.5619Email
michael.miller@utsa.eduRoom
MS 4.02.26
Department
Sociology
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Research Interests
- Social inequality
- Work and occupations
- The U.S./Mexico border
- Digital sociology
Education
- Ph.D., Sociology, Texas A&M University, 1981
- M.S., Sociology, Texas A&M University, 1971
- B.S., Sociology, Texas A&M University, 1969
Donna Miller, M.S.
Title
Lecturer II and Internship Coordinator
Phone Number
210.458.4620Email
donna.miller@utsa.eduRoom
MS 3.02.42
Department
Sociology
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Donna Miller CV
Research Interests
- Immigration
- Race and ethnic relations
- Social problems
- Sociology of religion
Education
- M.S., Sociology, University of Texas at San Antonio
- B.A., Sociology/Geography, University of Texas at San Antonio
Byongook Moon, Ph.D.
Title
Professor, Criminology & Criminal Justice
Phone Number
210.458.2622Email
byongook.moon@utsa.eduRoom
DB 4.208
Department
Criminology & Criminal Justice
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B. Moon CV
Research Interests
- Criminological theory
- Bullying
- Policing
- Victimization
Education
- Ph.D., Criminal Justice and Criminology, Michigan State University, 2004
- M.S., Criminal Justice and Criminology, Michigan State University, 2000
- B.S., Rehabilitation Psychology, Daegu University, South Korea, 1998
Sandra Morissette, Ph.D.
Department Chair and Professor, Psychology
sandra.morissette@utsa.edu210.458.8742
Sandra Morissette, Ph.D.
Title
Department Chair and Professor, Psychology
Phone Number
210.458.8742Email
sandra.morissette@utsa.eduRoom
MH 4.04.54B
Department
Psychology
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Research Interests
- Military Health
- Post-deployment Functional Recovery
- Trauma, Anxiety and Addictive Behaviors
- Smoking Cessation
Education
- Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, 2001, Boston University (APA approved)
- M.A. in Clinical Psychology, 1997, Boston University
- B.A. in Psychology, 1993, University of Vermont
Lucinda Nevarez, Ph.D.
Title
Associate Professor, Social Work
Phone Number
210.458.3000Email
lucinda.nevarez@utsa.eduRoom
FS 4.412
Department
Social Work
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L. Nevarez CV
Research Interests
- Health disparities
- Health inequalities
- Minority health and mental health issues
- Health policy
- Healthcare access and utilization
- The influence of race and culture in accessing and the utilization of mental health and healthcare services
Education
- Ph.D., Social Work, University of Houston, 2010
- Master of Social Work, University of Houston, 1999
- B.A., Mexican American Studies, The University of Texas at Austin, 1997
Emily Nicklett, Ph.D., M.S., MSW
Associate Professor, Social Work
emily.nicklett@utsa.edu210.458.3000
Emily Nicklett, Ph.D., M.S., MSW
Title
Associate Professor, Social Work
Phone Number
210.458.3000Email
emily.nicklett@utsa.eduRoom
Department
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Augustine Osman, Ph.D.
Title
Professor, Psychology
Phone Number
210.458.6854Email
augustine.osman@utsa.eduRoom
MH 04.01.52C
Department
Psychology
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Research Interests
- Test Construction & Validation
- Risk & Protective Factors for Mental Health
- Applied Behavior Analysis
Education
- M.A., Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, West Virginia University
- B.A. Magna Cum Laude in Psychology & Philosophy, West Virginia University
Sara B. Oswalt, Ph.D.
Title
Department Chair and Professor, Public Health
Email
sara.oswalt@utsa.eduRoom
MB 3.412
Department
Public Health
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CV
Research Interests
- Assessment and evaluation relevant to college health with special interest in sexual and reproductive health
- GLBTQ+ issues and mental health
Education
- Ph.D., Health Promotion and Behavior, University of Georgia, 2003
- M.P.H., Public Health Education, Indiana University Bloomington, 1995
- B.S., General and Life Science, The Pennsylvania State University, 1993
Sakiko Oyama, Ph.D.
Title
Associate Professor, Kinesiology
Phone Number
210.458.5435Email
sakiko.oyama@utsa.eduRoom
MB 3.416
Department
Kinesiology
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Oyama CV
Research Interests
- Prevention and rehabilitation of upper extremity injuries
Education
- Ph.D., Interdisciplinary program in Human Movement Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2012
- M.S., Sports Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, 2006
- B.S., Exercise and Sports Science, Oregon State University, 2004
Se-Woong Park, Ph.D.
Title
Assistant Professor, Kinesiology
Phone Number
210-458-6215Email
sewoong.park@utsa.eduRoom
MB 3.466
Department
Kinesiology
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Research Interests
- Upper limb motor control
- Movement variability in motor learning
- Sensorimotor behavior in individuals with autism spectrum disorder
Education
- Ph.D. in Biology (Motor Neuroscience), Northeastern University, Boston, MA, 2014
- M.S. in Cognitive Science, Seoul National University, Korea, 2006
- B.S. in Physics, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, 2004
Megan Hayes Piel, Ph.D.
Title
Assistant Professor, Social Work
Phone Number
210.458.2938Email
megan.piel@utsa.eduRoom
FS 4.414
Department
Social Work
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Research Interests
- Child welfare and well-being
- Resilience of foster youth and families
- Mental health of youth aging out of foster care
- Foster care alumni in postsecondary education
- Preventing the intergenerational transmission of child abuse and neglect
Education
- Ph.D., Social Work, Arizona State University, 2015
- Master of Social Work, Arizona State University, 2011
- B.S., Biopsychology, Nebraska Wesleyan University, 2005
David R. Pillow, Ph.D.
Title
Assistant Chair, Professor, Psychology
Phone Number
210.458.5727Email
David.Pillow@utsa.eduRoom
MH 4.04.14
Department
Psychology
Research Interests
- Belongingness
- Attitudes About ADHD & Medication
- Self & Other Perception
- Quantitative Methods
Education
- Ph.D. in Social Psychology, Arizona State University (1991)
- M.A. in Social Psychology, Arizona State University (1987)
- B.A. in Psychology, University of Texas at Arlington (1982)
Derek Plantenga, LCSW
Associate Professor of Practice, Graduate Advisor of Record, Social Work
derek.plantenga@utsa.edu210.458.2026
Derek Plantenga, LCSW
Title
Associate Professor of Practice, Graduate Advisor of Record, Social Work
Phone Number
210.458.2026Email
derek.plantenga@utsa.eduRoom
FS 4.536
Department
Social Work