Undergraduate degree from Appalachian State University in Psychology, with a minor in Outdoor Recreation. M.S. from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale in Therapeuetic Recreation, with a focus on wilderness therapy. PhD from Clemson University in Therapeutic Recreation.

Experiential education, outdoor leadership, outdoor skills.
Inclusive recreation, leisure and aging.

Outdoor Leadership
Outdoor Experiential Education
Leisure and Aging
Special Recreation
Expeditioning

Wilderness Education Association
Association for Experiential Educataion

Wilderness therapy program evaluation, self-efficacy.