Personal
Present University Department: Department of Health Promotion and Human
Performance, Weber State University, Ogden, Ut., 84408 (801) 626-6485 E-mail:
molpin@weber.edu
Education
Ph.D. Health Education. May, 1996, Southern Illinois University at
Carbondale, Carbondale, Illinois, 62901. M.S. Health Sciences
(Emphasis: Health Promotion). May, 1993, Brigham Young University, Provo,
UT, 84606. B.S. Psychology. May, 1988, Brigham Young University,
Provo, UT, 84606. A.A. Business Management. May, 1985, Utah Valley
Community College, Orem, Utah, 84057.
Professional Certification
Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) Awarded
December, 1995. # 4521
Teaching Experience
Weber State University
Health 4990 • Senior Seminar in Health Education
Health 4860 • Field
Experience (Internships)
Health 4700 • Wellness Coaching
Health 4013 •
Research & Evaluation in Health Promotion • Online Course
Health 4013 •
Research & Evaluation in Health Promotion • Distance Learning Course
Health 4013 • Research & Evaluation in Health Promotion
Health 4300 •
Health Education in the Elementary Schools
Health 3200 • Methods in
Health Promotion and Lifestyle Management
Health 3100 • Applications of
Technology in Health Promotion
Health 3000 • Foundations in Health
Promotion
Health 2400 • Mind/Body Wellness (formerly The Art of Emotional
Wellness)
Health 1110 • Stress Management
Health 1110 • Stress
Management • Online Course
Health 1110 • Stress Management • Distance
Learning Course
Health 1030 • Healthy Lifestyles • Online Course
PE
2200 • Foundations of Lifestyle Management Professions
West
Virginia University, Community Health Promotion Master's Degree Program
CHPR 291 • Stress Management CHPR 291 • Computers and Technology in
Health Promotion CHPR 334 • Research Methods in Health Promotion CHPR
348 • Health Promotion Planning & Programming CHPR 338 • Applied Health
Education Program CHPR 291 • Competencies for Health Promotion
Specialists Virginia Tech Health & PE Master's Degree Program
EDHL 5774 • Problems in Education: Teaching Health and Wellness
Concord College, Department of Health & PE
HED 415 • Community Health and Health Promotion
HED 400 •
Methods & Materials in Health Education
HED 305 • Human Disease
HED 304
• Human Nutrition
HED 303 • Mental/Emotional Health (Stress Management)
HED 303 • Mental/Emotional Health (Stress Management) Online version
HED 300
• Measurement and Evaluation in Health Fields
HED 208 • School Health
Education
HED 203 • Personal Health
HED 200 • Foundations of Health
Education
PED 101M • Fitness/Wellness For Life
PED 101J • Beginning
Tennis/Racquetball
Princeton Health & Fitness Center
Yoga Instructor
Southern Illinois
University, Department of
Health & Recreation
HED 515 • Review
of Current Literature in Health Related Fields
HED 461 • Stress Management
GEE 201 • Healthful Living
Brigham Young University,
Department of Health Sciences
PE 185 • Advanced Racquetball
Health 130 • Principles Of Health And
Wellness
Health 129 • Health And Lifestyle Management
Scholarly Works
Doctoral Dissertation
Olpin, M. (1996). Perceived stress levels and sources of stress among college
students: Methods, frequency, and effectiveness of managing stress by college
students. Unpublished doctoral dissertation, Southern Illinois University,
Carbondale, IL.
Master's Thesis
Olpin, M. (1993). The relationship of subliminal relaxation affirmations and the
degree of relaxation achieved. Unpublished master's thesis, Brigham Young
University, Provo, UT.
Books
Published
Olpin, M. & Bracken, S. (2014) Unwind!: 7 Principles for a Stress-Free Life,
Gran Harbor Press.
Olpin, M. & Hesson, M. (2013). Stress
management for life: A research based experiential approach. Third Edition.
Belmont, CA: Wadsworth/Cengage Learning.
Olpin, M. (2010). The World is NOT a Stressful
Place: Stress Relief for Everyone. New York: Eloquent Books.
Olpin, M. & Hesson, M. (2010). Stress
management for life: A research based experiential approach. Second Edition.
Belmont, CA: Wadsworth/Cengage Learning.
Olpin, M. & Hesson, M. (2007). Stress
management for life: A research based experiential approach. Belmont, CA:
Thomson Learning.
Olpin, M. & Hesson, M. (2006). Stress management for life: A research based
experiential approach. Student Activities Manual. Belmont, CA: Thomson
Learning. Olpin, M. & Hesson, M. (2006). Stress management for life:
A research based experiential approach. Instructor’s Manual. Belmont, CA:
Thomson Learning. Olpin, M., & Gotthoffer, G. (2002). Health on the
Net 2002. Needham Heights, MA: Allyn & Bacon. Olpin, M., &
Gotthoffer, G. (2001). Health on the Net 2001. Needham Heights, MA: Allyn &
Bacon. Olpin, M., & Gotthoffer, G. (2000). Allyn and Bacon quick
guide to the Internet for health educators: 2000 Edition. Needham Heights,
MA: Allyn and Bacon. The Best of Health Lesson Ideas: Volume 1.
(1999). Managing Editor. PE Central. Olpin, M., & Gotthoffer, G.
(1999). Allyn and Bacon quick guide to the internet for health educators:
1999 Edition. Needham Heights, MA: Allyn and Bacon. Olpin, M. (1998).
Allyn and Bacon quick guide to the internet for health educators: 1998
Edition. Needham Heights, MA: Allyn and Bacon. Rivard, J. D., & Olpin, M.
(1997). Allyn and Bacon quick guide to the internet for health educators.
Needham Heights, MA: Allyn and Bacon.
Digital Media Produced and
Published
Olpin, M. (2011) Online Website focusing on all things related to stress
management. World Wide Web site [On-line serial]. Available www site:
http://stressmanagementplace.com
Olpin, M. {Producer}.
(2005). Stress Relief: Deep Relaxation Exercises [CD].Olpin, M. {Producer}. (2005). Stress
Relief: Deep Relaxation Exercises [DVD]. healthpromo
Listserv moderator • Listserv for all students, faculty, and advisors in the
Health Promotion Program Health 1110 • Stress Management • Online
Course, Weber State University Health 1030 • Healthy Lifestyles •
Online Course, Weber State University Health 4013 • Health Promotion
Research & Evaluation • Online Course, Weber State University EDHL
5774 • Problems in Education: Teaching Health and Wellness • Online Course,
Virginia Tech University (Fall, 2001) HED 303 • Mental/Emotional
Health (Stress Management) • Online Course, Concord College (Fall, 2000)
Olpin, M. (2000). Weber State University Health Promotion Major's
Website. World Wide Web site [On-line serial]. Available www site:
http://weber.edu/hpstudents/Olpin, M. Health Lesson Ideas. Managing
Editor for PE Central Health Lesson Ideas. World Wide Web site [On-line
serial]. Available www site:
http://pe.central.vt.edu/lessonideas/health/healthlp.html Olpin, M.
{Producer}. (1998). Stress Relief: Seven Simple Relaxation Techniques to
Powerfully Reduce Stress [Video]. Olpin, M. Managing Editor for the
Health Promotion Website: Your Business, Your Health. World Wide Web site
[On-line serial]. Available www site:
http://weber.edu/hp/faculty/molpin/bushea/index.html
Peer Reviewed Publications
Dawson, M., Hamson-Utley,
J.J., Hansen, R., & Olpin, M. (2014). Examining the
Effectiveness of Psychological Strategies on Physiological Markers:
Eveidence-based suggestions for holistic care of the athlete.
Journal of Athletic Training, 49(1).
Hamson-Utley, J.J.,
Hansen, R. A., Dawson, M., Olpin, M. (2011). Validating the
effectiveness of psychological interventions through physiological markers.
Association for applied Sport Psychology Conference proceedings, September 2011.
Eisenbarth, C.A., &
Olpin, M. (2010). Stress buffering effects of perceived
social support in college students. Annals of Behavioral Medicine, 39, S25.
Olpin, M., & Johnson, K. (2005). Creating a still mind to
access intuition through mantra meditation. National Social Science Journal,
23(2) 104-108.
Johnson, K. L. & Olpin, M. (2002).
Improving spiritual health and resiliency among adolescents. National Social
Science Perspectives Journal, 19(1), 69-78.
Ritzel, D. O., Kittleson, M.
J., Olpin, M. (1998). Providing health information to
businesses via the World Wide Web. American Journal of Health Behavior, 22(4),
314-315.
Professional Presentations
Professional Presentations since coming to
Weber
State
University
Olpin M. (2014, June) How to Really Relax in a Really
Stressed-Out World. Speaker for the Utah Asociation of Elementary School
Principals Conference. Midway, UT.
Olpin M. (2014,
May). Stress Relief--Two Simple Solutions. Speaker for the Utah Hoby
Scholarship/Leadership Annual Meeting. Aspen Grove, UT.
Olpin M. (2014, April). Managing stress and maintaining and
appropriate work-life balance. Speaker for the Utah State Respiratory
Therapy Society. Ogden, UT.
Olpin M. (2013, July). Strategies and Techniques for Coping
with Stress in the Workplace. Keynote Speaker for the Mountain States
College Stores Association. Park City, UT.
Burgin, S.
& Olpin, M. (2013, March). Meditation and its effects
on stress, anxiety, and depression. Presentation at the Ninth Anuual
Undergraduate Research Symposium & Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Acedo, A. & Olpin, M. (2013, March).
The appropriate stretching for volleyball and basketball athletes. Presentation at the
Ninth Anuual Undergraduate Research Symposium & Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Carr, A. & Olpin, M. (2013, March). A brief study
looking at the exercise habits and attitudes of college students on the
campus of Weber State University. Presentation at the Ninth Anuual
Undergraduate Research Symposium & Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Dickison,
D. & Olpin, M. (2013, March). Hypertension and stress
in WSU college students. Presentation at the Ninth Anuual Undergraduate
Research Symposium & Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Halls, M. & Olpin, M. (2013, March).
A brief study of soda pop vs. water intake of Weber State University
students. Presentation at the Ninth Anuual Undergraduate Research Symposium
& Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Hurst, A. & Olpin, M. (2013, March).
Reported depression among college students at Weber State University. Presentation at the
Ninth Anuual Undergraduate Research Symposium & Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Jones, A. & Olpin, M. (2013, March). Attitudes and
behaviors of college students in regard to their own weight perceptions and
dieting practices. Presentation at the Ninth Anuual Undergraduate Research
Symposium & Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Keith, S. & Olpin, M. (2013, March).
Attitudes and behaviors of college students regarding music and mood. Presentation at the
Ninth Anuual Undergraduate Research Symposium & Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Kemp, M. & Olpin, M. (2013, March). Knowledge of
genetically modified food products among Weber State University students. Presentation at the
Ninth Anuual Undergraduate Research Symposium & Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Myers, A. & Olpin, M. (2013, March). A brief study
looking at the effects that positive affirmations can have on quality of
life. Presentation at the Ninth Anuual Undergraduate Research Symposium &
Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Nichols, R. & Olpin, M. (2013, March).
Television's unhealthy advertising of food and the impact on childhood
obesity. Presentation at the Ninth Anuual Undergraduate Research Symposium &
Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Orr, A. & Olpin, M. (2013, March).
Attitudes toward complementary and alternative medicines and its relation to
health status among Weber State University students. Presentation at the
Ninth Anuual Undergraduate Research Symposium & Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Perkins, B.
& Olpin, M. (2013, March). A brief study looking at the
behaviors and knowledge of pregnant women. Presentation at the Ninth Anuual
Undergraduate Research Symposium & Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Rackham,
H. & Olpin, M. (2013, March). Attitudes and behaviors
of college students regarding body size and perceived body image in relation
to personal health practices. Presentation at the Ninth Anuual Undergraduate
Research Symposium & Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Skinner, C. & Olpin, M. (2013, March).
Stress management among Weber State University students. Presentation at the
Ninth Anuual Undergraduate Research Symposium & Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Tanner, C. & Olpin, M. (2013, March). Knowledge,
attitudes, and behaviors of women regarding folic acid supplementation
during pregnancy. Presentation at the Ninth Anuual Undergraduate Research
Symposium & Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Thorpe, J. & Olpin, M. (2013, March).
A study of the effects of music on stress. Presentation at the Ninth Anuual
Undergraduate Research Symposium & Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Varga, A. & Olpin, M. (2013, March).
A brief study of the attitudes and behaviors of healthy adults regarding the
flu shot. Presentation at the Ninth Anuual Undergraduate Research Symposium
& Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Warner, V. & Olpin, M. (2013, March).
The beliefs, and attitudes of Weber State University students regarding the
effects of stress on academic success. Presentation at the Ninth Anuual
Undergraduate Research Symposium & Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Stuart, J. & Olpin, M. (2013, March).
Are women's eating habits affected by stress. Presentation at the Ninth
Anuual Undergraduate Research Symposium & Celebration. Ogden, UT.
White, M. & Olpin, M. (2013, March). Attitudes and
behaviors of expectant mothers regarding flouride in drinking water. Presentation at the
Ninth Anuual Undergraduate Research Symposium & Celebration. Ogden, UT.
Olpin, M. (2012, September). Stress! The real reason it
happens, why you should never experience it, and the real solution to
preventing it. Presentation at the Utah Conference on Integrative Health
and Complementary Medicine: The Evidence, The Experience, The Application.
University of Utah, SLC, UT.
Ottley, A. & Olpin, M. (2012, March). Protein supplementation in relation to
physical activity. Presentation at the National Conference on Undergraduate
Research. Ogden, UT.
Carlson, C. & Olpin, M. (2012, March). Attitudes and
Behaviors of College Students Regarding Cell Phone Use While Driving and Drunk
Driving. Presentation at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research.
Ogden, UT.
Larsen, E. & Olpin, M. (2012, March). Delayed Prenatal Care.
Presentation at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research. Ogden, UT.
Simmons, C. & Olpin, M. (2012, March). Knowledge, Attitudes, and Behaviors
Regarding Hydration. Presentation at the National Conference on Undergraduate
Research. Ogden, UT.
Lersen, E. & Olpin, M. (2012, March). Delayed Prenatal
Care. Presentation at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research. Ogden,
UT.
Vogl, C. & Olpin, M. (2012, March). Women and Limitation of Activity Due
to Body Image. Presentation at the National Conference on Undergraduate
Research. Ogden, UT.
Gardiner, A. & Olpin, M. (2012, March). Eating Behaviors
Among Women. Presentation at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research.
Ogden, UT.
Murphy, J. & Olpin, M. (2012, March). Relationship: LGTB and God.
Presentation at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research. Ogden, UT.
Murray, T. & Olpin, M. (2012, March). Opti-Stretch versus Recurrent Back Pain.
Presentation at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research. Ogden, UT.
Anger, H. & Olpin, M. (2012, March). Athletes perceptions of fatigue on ACL
injury. Presentation at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research.
Ogden, UT.
Lindeman, S. & Olpin, M. (2012, March). Perceptions and Behaviors
of College Students Relating to Sexual Activity, STD's and Unintended Pregnancy.
Presentation at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research. Ogden, UT.
Riley, W. & Olpin, M. (2012, March). Reported Sexual Activity and Physical
Activity. Presentation at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research.
Ogden, UT.
Johnson, J. & Olpin, M. (2012, March). Nutrition Knowledge,
Attitudes, and Habits of College Students. Presentation at the National
Conference on Undergraduate Research. Ogden, UT.
Davis, D. & Olpin, M. (2012,
March). The Media's Effect on Body Image. Presentation at the National
Conference on Undergraduate Research. Ogden, UT.
Whale, J. & Olpin, M. (2012,
March). The Relationship Between High Fast Food Consumption and the Distaste of
Vegetables Among College Students. Presentation at the National Conference on
Undergraduate Research. Ogden, UT.
Studebaker, K. & Olpin, M. (2012, March).
Stress Among Utah Attorneys. Presentation at the National Conference on
Undergraduate Research. Ogden, UT.
Siddoway, R. & Olpin, M. (2012, March).
Supplement Use Among College Students. Presentation at the National Conference
on Undergraduate Research. Ogden, UT.
Carbine, H. & Olpin, M.
(2012, March).
Stress Among Adults. Presentation at the National Conference on Undergraduate
Research. Ogden, UT.
Clarke, L. & Olpin, M. (2012, March). Relationship
Between Gender in Receiving Vaccinations. Presentation at the National
Conference on Undergraduate Research. Ogden, UT.
Adams, T. & Olpin, M. (2012,
March). The effects of music on exercise. Presentation at the National
Conference on Undergraduate Research. Ogden, UT.
Johnson, K. &
Olpin, M.
(2012, March). Student athletes’ attitudes of alcohol consumption during their
season. Presentation at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research.
Ogden, UT.
Portillo, R. & Olpin, M. (2012, March). Levels of Sexuality
Education, Education, and Reported Levels of Sexual Activity Among College
Students. Presentation at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research.
Ogden, UT.
Barrows, B. & Olpin, M. (2012, March). Parent's Beliefs on
Children's Behaviors Associated with TV. Presentation at the National Conference
on Undergraduate Research. Ogden, UT.
Cooke, S. & Olpin, M. (2012, March).
Gender Roles and Sexual Behavior Among Utah's Young Adults. Presentation at the
National Conference on Undergraduate Research. Ogden, UT.
Kunz, M. &
Olpin,
M. (2012, March). Diet Soda Pop A Healthy Choice? Presentation at the National
Conference on Undergraduate Research. Ogden, UT.
Barker, J. & Olpin, M.
(2012, March). Attitudes Regarding Annual Influenza Vaccinations. Presentation
at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research. Ogden, UT.
Darley, J. &
Olpin, M. (2012, March). The Use of Meal Replacements Among College Students.
Presentation at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research. Ogden, UT.
Olpin, M. (2011, October). Learning how to meditate: It's not what you think,
but you'll feel a lot better. Presentation at the Utah State Worksite Health
Promotion Conference. SLC, UT.
Olpin, M. (2011, October). Quick and simple
stress reducing exercises. Presentation at the Utah State Worksite Health
Promotion Conference. SLC, UT.
Dawson, M., Hamson-Utley, J.J., Hansen, R., &
Olpin, M. (2010, April). Effects of Psychological Interventions to Reduce
Stress: does the mind influence the body. Rocky Mountain Athletic Trainers’
Association (RMATA) Annual Clinical Symposium, Denver, Colorado.
Bell, M., &
Olpin, M. (2010 March). Depression: A comparative look at prevalence of
depression among dental hygiene undergraduates vs. non-dental hygiene
undergraduates. Presentation at the 7th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium.
Weber State University. Ogden, UT.
Olpin, M. (2010, March). Keynote Speaker:
Stress Management for Health Educators. Presentation at the annual Health
Education Association of Utah (HEAU) Conference. Salt Lake City, UT.
Olpin,
M. (2008, September). Managing stress through mindfulness. Presentation at the
annual Families Alive Conference hosted by the department of Child and Family
Studies at Weber State University. Ogden, UT.
Olpin, M. (2008, June).
Introducing a Little Known yet Powerful Relaxation Technique: Autogenics.
Presentation at the annual meeting of the Southwest District for Health,
Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (SWD), Kona, HI.
Olpin, M. (2007,
June). Sports Psychology: Hands on ideas. Presentation at the 2007 Health
Science and Technology (HST) Education Summer Conference, Ogden, UT.
Olpin,
M. (2007, February). The Art of Emotional Wellness. Keynote Speaker at the
annual meeting of the Rural Water Association of Utah, St. George, UT.
Olpin,
M. (2007, February). The Art of Emotional Wellness. Presentation at the annual
meeting of the Rural Water Association of Utah, St. George, UT.
Olpin, M.
(2006, April). Be Here Now: Preventing and Reducing Stress through Present
Moment Mindfulness. Presentation at the annual meeting of the American
Associations for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (AAHPERD),
SLC, UT.
Johnson, K., Olpin, M., & James, G. (2006, April). Retention: A
Response to the Shortage of Allied Health Workers. Presentation at the annual
meeting of the National Social Science Association (NSSA), Las Vegas, NV.
Olpin, M. (2005, October). Stress Management in the Workplace. Presentation at
the Utah State Worksite Health Promotion Conference, Layton, UT.
Olpin, M.
(2005, October). A PowerNap Class (deep relaxation exercise). Presentation at
the Utah State Worksite Health Promotion Conference. Layton, UT.
Olpin, M.
(2005, September). Managing stress and successfully, joyfully doing everything
on your plate. Presentation at the annual Families Alive Conference hosted by
the department of Child and Family Studies at Weber State University. Ogden UT.
James, G., Johnson, K., & Olpin, M. (2005, April). Is Public Health Policy in
Conflict with a Conservative Political Agenda. Presentation at the annual
meeting of the National Social Science Association (NSSA), Las Vegas, NV.
Olpin, M. (2005, March). Stress Relief: How to relax and stay calm in a frenzied
world. Presentation at the annual meeting of the Utah State Associations for
Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (UAHPERD), Provo, UT.
Olpin, M. (2004, October). A PowerNap Class (deep relaxation exercise).
Presentation at the Utah State Worksite Health Promotion Conference. Salt Lake
City, UT.
James, G., Olpin, M. & Johnson, K., (2004, April). Childhood and
Adolescent Obesity – An Interdisciplinary Public Health Issue. Presentation at
the annual meeting of the National Social Science Association (NSSA), Las Vegas,
NV.
Olpin, M. (2003, October). A PowerNap Class (deep relaxation exercise).
Presentation at the Utah State Worksite Health Promotion Conference. Salt Lake
City, UT.
Olpin, M. & Johnson, K., (2003, April). Using meditation to connect
with and make better use of our intuition. Presentation at the annual meeting of
the National Social Science Association (NSSA), Las Vegas, NV.
Hyatt, K.,
James, G., & Olpin, M. (2002, April). The role of health educators in the
aftermath of a traumatic event and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Presentation
at the annual meeting of the Utah Public Health Association (UPHA), Park City,
UT.
Olpin, M. & Johnson, K., (2002, April). Enhancing Emotional Intelligence
through Mindfulness. Presentation at the annual meeting of the National Social
Science Association (NSSA), Las Vegas, NV.
Johnson, K., & Olpin, M.
(2002,
April). Self-Motivation: A key to Emotional Intelligence and Resiliency.
Presentation at the annual meeting of the National Social Science Association
(NSSA), Las Vegas, NV.
Olpin, M. (2002, April). Recharging our batteries so
we don't burn out. Presentation at the annual meeting of the Health Education
Association of Utah (HEAU), Salt Lake City, UT.
Olpin, M.
(2001, June). Using
Non-Judgmental Focusing to Promote Mindfulness in a Stress Management or
Wellness Class. Presentation at the annual meeting of the Southwest District and
Utah State Associations for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance
(SWD/UAHPERD), Park City, UT.
Olpin, M. (2001, June). Using Play to Promote
Mindfulness in a Stress Management or Personal Wellness Class. Presentation at
the annual meeting of the Southwest District and Utah State Associations for
Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (SWD/UAHPERD), Park City, UT.
Olpin, M. (2001, June). Using Mantra Meditation to Promote Deep and Immediate
Relaxation to Reduce the Stress Response. Presentation at the annual meeting of
the Southwest District and Utah State Associations for Health, Physical
Education, Recreation, and Dance (SWD/UAHPERD), Park City, UT.
Johnson, K.,
James, G., Olpin, M. (2001, April). Improving Spiritual Health and Resiliency
Among Adolescents: Strategies for Educator. Presentation at the annual meeting
of the National Social Science Association (NSSA), Las Vegas, NV.
James, G.,
Olpin, M., Cost, P., Johnson, K. (2001, April). Enabling and Optimizing Sexual
Self-Acceptance of Patients with Body changes based on Resiliency Theory.
Presentation at the annual meeting of the Society for the Scientific Study of
Sexuality. (SSSS), Newport Beach, CA.
Olpin, M. & Olpin, S. (2001, March).
The Mental Game: Stress management skills for players and their fans.
Presentation at the conference on Health, Wellness, Outdoor Adventure Recreation
and Success in Sports and Life. Weber State University, Ogden, UT.
Olpin, M.
(2001, March). Determining Reliability of Magazines and Journals that Provide
Health Content. Poster session, at the annual meeting of the Association for the
Advancement of Health Education (AAHE), Cincinnati, OH.
Olpin, M. (2001,
March). PE Central's Health Lessons. Electronic Poster session, at the annual
meeting of the Association for the Advancement of Health Education (AAHE),
Cincinnati, OH.
Olpin, M., James, G., Hyatt, K., Johnson, K., & Souva, W.
Adolescent Health Issues - Understanding Determinants for creating action.
Presentation at the 18th Annual Conference of the Northern Rocky Mountain
Educational Research Association, October, 2000. Park City, UT.
Professional Presentations Prior to Coming to Weber State University
Olpin, M. (1999, March). Methods and Effectiveness of Relaxation Techniques
Employed by College Students. Poster session, at the annual meeting of the
Association for the Advancement of Health Education (AAHE), Boston, MA.
Mills, T. & Olpin, M. (1999, March). Perceptions and Attitudes of Future
Educators of Health and Physical Education. Poster session, at the annual
meeting of the Association for the Advancement of Health Education (AAHE),
Boston, MA.
Lilly, T. & Olpin, M. (1999, March). Perceptions and Attitudes of
Educators of Health and Physical Education. Poster session, at the annual
meeting of the Association for the Advancement of Health Education (AAHE),
Boston, MA.
Garretson, M. & Olpin, M. (1998, August). Quality of life and
life satisfaction benefits in women over 40 due to regular physical activity in
rural West Virginia. Oral Presentation at the annual Penn State Ronald E. McNair
Summer Research Conference, University Park, PA.
Olpin, M. (1998, July).
Experiential training Seminar on Stress Management Using Effective Relaxation
Techniques at the annual conference of the National Wellness Association (NWA),
Stevens Point, WI.
Olpin, M. (1998, April). Experiential training seminar on
stress management using effective relaxation techniques at the annual meeting of
the State Health Educators Conference (SHEC), Canaan Valley, WV.
Olpin, M. (1997, November). Experiential training in
effective stress management techniques at the annual meeting of the West
Virginia AAHPERD (WVAHPERD) conference, Wheeling, WV.
Olpin, M., Ritzel, D., & Kittleson, M. (1997,
October). Perceived Stress Levels Among College Students. Selected as award
winning poster presentation for the National Safety Council (NSC) Annual
Conference, Chicago, IL.
Olpin, M. (1997, July). Developing Web Pages for the
Internet. Showcase Wellness Program: Program Demonstration at the annual meeting
of the National Wellness Association (NWA), Stevens Point, WI.
Olpin, M.
(1997, April). Perceived Stress levels and Sources of Stress among College
Students. Accepted for the Poster session, at the annual meeting of the
Association for the Advancement of Health Education (AAHE), St. Louis, MO.
Olpin, M. (1996, April). The relationship of subliminal relaxation affirmations
and the degree of relaxation achieved. Poster session presented at the annual
meeting of the Association for the Advancement of Health Education (AAHE),
Atlanta, GA.
Olpin, M. (1995, October). The powernap: A powerful combination
of stress management techniques to increase energy and reduce stress. Poster
session presented at the annual meeting of the American School Health
Association (ASHA), Milwaukee, WI.
Olpin, M., Glenn, J., Favale, H., Russell,
P., & Link-Mullison, M. (1995, March). A survey of dietary fat content in
lunches prepared at rural public elementary schools in Southern Illinois. Poster
session presented at the annual meeting of the Association for the Advancement
of Health Education (AAHE), Portland, OR.
Olpin, M. (1992, May).
Psychoneuroimmunology and health. Paper presented at the Utah State Health
Professionals Conference, Provo, UT.
Professional & Community Service
Weber
State University
Presentations
The Wisdom of Listening. (February 2013).
Workshop on Communication/Listening Sponsored by the WSU Non-traditional
Student Cemter. Weber State University, Ogden, UT.
Stress awareness & relaxation techniques to mitigate the impact of
stress. (November 2012). Continuing Education Wellness Fair. Weber State University, Ogden, UT.
Stress Management – A Hands on Approach. (March 2011). WSU Spring Break
Training 2011. Weber State University, Ogden, UT.
How to Do What You
Do, Joyfully, Productively, Peacefully. (November 2010) Student Services
Division Meeting. Training on Mindfulness as it relates to busy
professionals on a college campus. Weber State University, Ogden, UT.
Stress Management for the Busy Campus Secretary. (November 2010). Weber
State University Campus Secretaries Meeting. Weber State University, Ogden,
Utah.
Stress Relief through Deep Relaxation. (November 2009). Weber
State University chapter of the National Association of Teachers of Singing.
Experiential training on stress management featuring the powernap. Weber
State University.
Introduction to Health Promotion (September 2009).
Guest Speaker for PEP 2200 Foundations of Human Performance class. Weber
State University.
Stress Management for the single mom (February
2009). Student Services sponsored stress management class focusing on the
single mom. Weber State University.
Stress Management lunch and learn
(February 2009). WSU's Honors Program Food for Thought Forum. Weber State
University.
Stress Management class (January 2009). College of Education
Emphasis Week. Weber State University.
Stress Management Class
(October 2008). Presentation to WSU Instructional Technology Personnel.
Taught brief class on the effects of stress and the Power Nap. Wber State
University
Stress Management (October 2008). Two-Day Stress
Management Training for Campus Training Tracker. Campus-wide course on
management of stress. Taught about stress, its effects, and ways to manage
it. Weber State University.
Managing stress through mindfulness.
(September 2008). Presentation at the annual Families Alive Conference
hosted by the department of Child and Family Studies at Weber State
University. Ogden UT.
Stress Awareness Fair. (April 2008). Campus
wide stress awareness day co-sponsored by the Weber State University
Counseling and Psychological Services Center (CPSC) and the Health
Education/Drug and Alcohol (HEDA) program. Demonstrated methods of
relaxation currently available in our Stress Management Lab. Weber State
University.
Stress Management for the single mom (March 2008).
Student Services sponsored stress management class focusing on the single
mom. Weber State University.
Stress Management Seminar. (November
2007). Secretarial Clerical Training and Enrichment (SCTE). Discussed levels
of and reasons for stress and effective means for managing it. Weber State
University.
Stress Relief Using the Power Nap. (Oct. 2007). Weber
State University Hispanic Area Council. Experiential training on stress
management featuring the powernap. Weber State University.
Stress
Management. (Aug. 2007). Academy of Leadership conference for Weber State
University. One hour experiential training on stress management featuring
seated partner massage and the powernap. Davis Campus, Clearfield, UT.
Enhancing Volleyball Performance through the use of EFT (Emotional
Freedom Technique). (April 2007). Guest speaker for the Weber State
University volleyball team. Taught concepts of sports psychology to all team
members of the Weber State University Women’s volleyball team. Weber State
University.
“Organize to Reduce Stress”; contributor to Weber State
University signpost article on planning and organizing toward stress
management (March 5, 2007). Weber State University.
Effectively
Dealing with Stress. (January 2007). Guest Speaker in Health 4220, Women’s
Health Issues. Discussed effective and ineffective ways to deal with stress.
Weber State University.
Playing Your Best Volleyball Game Every Time.
(October 2006). Guest speaker for the Weber State University volleyball
team. Taught concepts of sports psychology to all team members of the Weber
State University Women’s volleyball team. Weber State University.
Stress Management for teachers. (August 2006). Workshop speaker for Teacher
Assistants Path to Teaching (TAPT) teachers. Discussed stress, why we
experience it, how it affects our health, and some effective ways to manage
it. Weber State University Department of Education.
Managing and
Preventing Stress. (March 2006). Workshop presentation at the monthly Weber
State University Secretarial/Clerical training meeting. Weber State
University.
Successfully managing test anxiety. (February 2006).
Workshop presentation hosted by the Student Support Services at Weber State
University.
Yoga Instruction. (January 2005). Guest Instructor
Health communication HAS 3230, Demonstrated and assisted participants in an
afternoon of yoga and deep relaxation. Weber State University.
Successfully Managing Test Anxiety. (October 2005). Workshop presentation
hosted by the Student Support Services at Weber State University.
Managing Stress and Successfully, Joyfully Doing Everything On Your Plate.
(September 2005). Presentation at the annual Families Alive Conference
hosted by the department of Child and Family Studies at Weber State
University.
“Too much school, too little time”; co-contributor to
Weber State University signpost article on time and life management
(September 9, 2005). Weber State University.
Stress Management. (Aug.
2005). Academy of Leadership conference for Weber State University. One hour
experiential training on stress management featuring seated partner massage
and the powernap. Wolf Creek, UT.
Getting the Upper Hand on Stress.
(June 2005). Guest speaker at the Weber State University Advisor’s
Conference. Workshop to teach attendees relaxation techniques and coping
strategies. Weber State University Davis Campus, Clearfield, UT.
Yoga
Instruction. (April 2005). Guest Instructor Stress Management – Health 1110
(Susan Hadley’s class). Demonstrated and assisted participants in an
afternoon of yoga and deep relaxation. Weber State University.
Stress
Management for secretaries. (March 2005). Guest Speaker at the monthly
Secretarial/Clerical Training and Enrichment Meeting. Discussed Stress and
effective ways to manage it. Weber State University.
Yoga
Instruction. (January 2005). Guest Instructor Health communication HAS 3230,
Demonstrated and assisted participants in an afternoon of yoga and deep
relaxation. Weber State University.
Stress Management for teachers.
(June 2004). Workshop speaker for Teacher Assistants Path to Teaching (TAPT)
teachers. Weber State University department of Education. Discussed stress,
why we experience it, how it affects our health, and some effective ways to
manage it. Weber State University.
Stress Management. (May 2004).
Weber State University Instructional Technology Division Faculty Retreat.
Session 1. Workshop to teach attendees relaxation techniques and coping
strategies. Jeremiah’s Restaurant/Hotel. Ogden, UT.
Stress
Management. (May 2004). Weber State University Instructional Technology
Division Faculty Retreat. Session 2. Workshop to teach attendees relaxation
techniques and coping strategies. Jeremiah’s Restaurant/Hotel. Ogden, UT.
Stress Management. (February 2004). Weber State University Faculty/Staff
Training. Two-hour workshop for Weber State University faculty and staff on
stress management. Weber State University.
Effectively Dealing with
Stress. (February 2004). Guest Speaker in Health 4220, Women’s Health
Issues. Discussed effective and ineffective ways to deal with stress. Led
class through deep relaxation exercise. Weber State University.
Yoga
Instruction. (January 2004). Guest Instructor Health communication HAS 3230,
Demonstrated and assisted participants in an afternoon of yoga and deep
relaxation. Weber State University.
Stress Management for Parents and
Families (November 2003). Workshop presenter for “Konnecting with Kids:”
Parenting Workshops. Sponsored by Weber State University Nontraditional
Student Programs. Gave tips, suggestions and ideas for helping attendees
(non-traditional students) maintain peace and calmness in the home and
reduce stress levels. Weber State University.
Stress Management.
(August 2003). Emerging Leaders seminar for Weber State University students,
Alumni Center. One hour experiential training on stress management featuring
massage and the powernap. Weber State University.
Stress Management.
(August 2003). Academy of Leadership conference for Weber State University,
One hour experiential training on stress management featuring massage and
the powernap. Wolf Creek, UT.
Stress Management for Teachers. (June
2003). Workshop speaker for Teacher Assistants Path to Teaching (TAPT)
teachers. Discussed stress, why we experience it, how it affects our health,
and some effective ways to manage it. Weber State University.
Yoga
Instruction. (May-June, 2003). Instructed Classes on Yoga at Peery’s
Egyptian Theater during their Summer Workshops Demonstrated and assisted
participants in weekly classes of yoga and deep relaxation. Ogden, UT.
Stress Management. (March 2003). Weber State University Spring Training:
Staff Education and Training Week. Three hour workshop for Weber State
University faculty and staff on stress management. Weber State University.
Creating Web Pages Using Microsoft FrontPage. (February 2003). Guest
Speaker in Health 3150, Community and Worksite Health Promotion. Showed
students how to create, design and structure web pages toward the creation
of a community health resources website. Weber State University.
Effectively Dealing with Stress. (February 2003). Guest Speaker in Health
4220, Women’s Health Issues. Discussed effective and ineffective ways to
deal with stress. Led class through deep relaxation exercise. Weber State
University.
Yoga Instruction. (January 2003). Guest Instructor Health
communication HAS 3230, Demonstrated and assisted participants in an
afternoon of yoga and deep relaxation. Weber State University.
Stress
Management Seminar. (November 2002). Secretarial Clerical Training and
Enrichment (SCTE). Discussed levels of and reasons for stress and effective
means for managing it. Weber State University.
Stress Management
Seminar. (November 2002). University Relations Division, and the Continuing
Education Department, afternoon session. Discussed levels of and reasons for
stress and effective means for managing it. Weber State University.
Stress Management Seminar. (November 2002). University Relations Division,
and the Continuing Education Department, morning session. Discussed levels
of and reasons for stress and effective means for managing it. Weber State
University.
Stress Management and Relaxation for Coaches and
Athletes. (September 2002). Guest Speaker in Psychosocial Aspects of Human
Performance, PE 3550 course. Discussed strategies for attaining optimum
performance and reducing stress before and during competition. Weber State
University.
Stress Management for Teachers. (August 2002). Workshop
speaker for Teacher Assistants Path to Teaching (TAPT) teachers. Discussed
stress, why we experience it, how it affects our health, and some effective
ways to manage it. Weber State University.
Effectively dealing with
Stress. (March 2002). Guest Speaker in Health 4220, Women’s Health Issues.
Discussed effective and ineffective ways to deal with stress. Experienced
deep relaxation. Weber State University.
Enhancing Emotional
Intelligence through Mindfulness. (March 2002). Guest Speaker in HAS 391
Patient Education. Discussed aspects of mindfulness as they relate to
emotional well-being. Weber State University.
Stress Management.
(February 2002). "Go for the Gold: Staff Education and Training Month. Weber
State University. Four hour workshop for faculty and staff on stress
management. Weber State University.
Stress Management for Teachers
(November 2001). Workshop speaker for Teacher Assistants Path to Teaching
(TAPT) teachers. Discussed stress, why we experience it, how it affects our
health, and some effective ways to manage it. Weber State University.
Stress Management for Teachers. (August 2001). Workshop speaker for
Special Education teachers in the department of education. Discussed stress,
why we experience it, how it affects our health, and some effective ways to
manage it. Weber State University.
Stress Management for teachers.
(May 2001). Workshop speaker for Teacher Assistants Path to Teaching (TAPT)
teachers. Discussed stress, why we experience it, how it affects our health,
and some effective ways to manage it. Weber State University.
Flexibility Training Program. (April 2001). Guest Speaker in PE 2300:
Exercise, Conditioning, and Nutrition, Discussed aspects of flexibility
training as it relates to Fitness and Wellness. Weber State University.
Effectively Managing Stress. (February 2001). Guest Speaker in Career
Development CHFAM 2900 class. Treated the nature of stress and effective
means for managing stress. Weber State University.
Learning About
Stress Management. (November 2000). Speaker for Campus Wellness Program.
Treated the nature of stress and effective means for managing stress. Weber
State University.
Stress, Illness and Maintaining Health. (November
2000). Guest Speaker in Families in Stress CHFAM 4400 course. Discussed
stress as it relates to disease and disorders in the family environment.
Weber State University.
Stress Management for Teachers. (November
2000). Workshop speaker for Teacher Assistants Path to Teaching (TAPT)
teachers. Discussed stress, why we experience it, how it affects our health,
and some effective ways to manage it. Weber State University.
Heart
Disease and Your Health. (October 2000). Guest Speaker in Healthy
Lifestyles, Health 1030 course, Discussed aspects of heart disease, risk
factors and strategies for heart health. Weber State University.
Stress Management in Sport. (October 2000). Guest Speaker in Psychosocial
Aspects of Human Performance, PE 3550 course, Discussed strategies for
attaining optimum performance and reducing stress before and during
competition. Weber State University.
Community Presentations
Stress Management. (January 2014). Guest Speaker at a North Ogden church
group (LDS Church). Presented basic principles of stress, and methods of
stress prevention and reduction. North Ogden, UT.
Stress Management Class (August 2013). Guest speaker for Zionsbancorp -
Zions Management Services Company. Lunch and Learn presentation on stress,
how it happens, how to prevent and reduce it, including a deep relaxation
exercise. SLC, UT.
Stress Management Class (August 2013). Guest speaker for Zionsbancorp - West
Valley Corporate Offices. Lunch and Learn presentation on stress,
how it happens, how to prevent and reduce it, including a deep relaxation
exercise. SLC, UT.
Stress Management Class (April 2012). Guest speaker for the
American Express company. Lunch and Learn presentation on stress,
how it happens, how to prevent and reduce it, including a deep relaxation
exercise. SLC, UT.
Stress Management using Meditation (March 2012). Guest speaker for Box Elder
School District. Brief presentation on benefits
of meditation as a way to reduce hypertention. Brigham City, UT.
Stress Management using Meditation (March 2012). Guest speaker for Weber
School District. Brief presentation on benefits
of meditation as a way to reduce hypertention. Pleasant View, UT.
Stress Management for School Counselors (October 2011). Guest speaker
for the Davis School District School Counselors. Treated ways for counselors
to help their students who are highly stressed or having other emotional
problems. Farmington, UT.
Stress Management using Meditation (April
2010). Guest speaker for ARUP Laboratories. Brief presentation on benefits
of meditation and how to meditate. Salt Lake City, UT.
Learn to
Meditate (March 2010). Guest speaker for the Mental Health Workers at Hill
Air Force Base. Brief presentation on how to meditate. Hill Air Force Base,
Ogden, UT.
Stress Management Class (July 2010). Guest speaker for the
Northern Utah Division of Child and Family Services. Presentation on stress,
how it happens, how to prevent and reduce it. Ogden, UT.
Stress
Management for Women (April 2010). Guest speaker for LDS Women’s Area
Conference. Presentation on Spiritual/Emotional wellbeing. North Ogden, UT.
Stress Management class (March 2010). Guest speaker for Hill Air Force
Base. Presented a brief class on stress, how it happens, and what to do
about it to a group at Hill Air Force Base.
Stress Management in the
Workplace (November 2009). Guest speaker for Parker Aerospace Technologies
Company. Presented a brief class on stress, how it happens, and what to do
about it to several workgroups.
Finding Wellness for Recovering
Addicts (December 2008). Guest speaker for participants in addiction
recovery at the Women’s Recovery Center (WRC). Presented ways to help
addicts think differently about their addictions and find better ways to
feel good. Layton, Utah.
Stress Relief through Mindfulness (September
2008). Guest speaker at Zion’s Securities Corporation (DMBA). Workshop to
teach attendees ways to manage stress through mindfulness. Salt Lake City,
UT.
Stress Management. (April 2008). Guest Speaker at an Ogden church
group (LDS Church). Presented basic principles of stress, and methods of
stress prevention and reduction. WSU Singles Ward, Ogden, UT.
Stress
Relief: Getting the Upper Hand on Stress. (April 2008). Guest Speaker at the
annual Spring Seminar ASCLS-Utah Chapter and Utah Chapter – CLMA. Presented
ways to prevent stress through mindfulness. Salt Lake Convention Center.
Salt Lake City, Utah.
Stress Management. (January 2008). Guest
Speaker at a North Ogden church group (LDS Church). Presented basic
principles of stress, and methods of stress prevention and reduction. North
Ogden, UT.
Six Weeks to Stress Relief. (August-September 2007).
Speaker for a North Ogden community group. Weekly workshop included
comprehensive look at stress, its effects, and how to reduce and prevent it.
North Ogden City Center. North Ogden, UT.
Stress Management
Presentation. (June 2007). Guest speaker at the Utah State County Treasurers
Annual Workshop. Workshop to teach attendees relaxation techniques and
coping strategies. Midvale (The Homestead), UT.
Stress Management
Presentation. (June 2007). Guest speaker at Deseret Mutual Benefits
Administrators for DMBA employees. Workshop to teach attendees relaxation
techniques and coping strategies. Salt Lake City, UT.
Stress
Management. (June 2007). Guest Speaker at a South Ogden church group (LDS
Church). Presented basic principles of stress, and methods of stress
prevention and reduction. South Ogden, UT.
Stress Management. (April
2007). Guest Speaker at a Roy church group (LDS Church). Presented basic
principles of stress, and methods of stress prevention and reduction. Roy,
UT.
Stress Management. (January 2007). Guest Speaker at a Hooper
church group (LDS Church). Presented basic principles of stress, and methods
of stress prevention and reduction. Hooper, UT.
Stress Management
Workshop. (January 2007). Guest speaker at the Utah School for the Deaf and
Blind. Workshop dealing with managing stress for parents of kids with
disabilities. Ogden, Utah.
Yoga Instruction (September 2006). Guest
Instructor at a North Ogden church youth group (LDS Church). Taught
principles and methods of optimum health through yoga to participants. North
Ogden, UT.
Stress Management. (August 2006). Guest Speaker at a North
Ogden church group (LDS Church). Presented basic principles of stress, and
methods of stress prevention and reduction. North Ogden, UT.
Stress
Management Presentation. (May 2006). Guest speaker at Deseret Mutual
Benefits Administrators for Church Office Building employees. Workshop to
teach attendees relaxation techniques and coping strategies. Salt Lake City,
UT.
Stress Management Workshop. (April 2006). Guest speaker at the
Family Connection Center (FCC). Three hour workshop dealing with managing
stress in a high stress workplace. Clearfield, Utah.
Test Taking
Strategies. (February 2006). Workshop presentation hosted by the Weber High
School PTA at Weber High School. Class designed to help high school students
improve their test-taking skills through appropriate stress management.
Pleasant View, UT.
Stress Relief Presentation (December 2005). Guest
speaker at Zion’s Securities Corporation. Workshop to teach attendees
relaxation techniques and coping strategies. Salt Lake City, UT.
Managing Stress through Meditation. (July 2005). Guest Speaker at an Ogden
Valley church group (LDS Church). Taught participants about stress reduction
through meditation and taught attendees how to meditate. Eden, UT.
Stress Management Part II. (July 2005). Guest Speaker at an Ogden church
group (Community United Methodist Church). Discussed principles of
relaxation and then taught a class on meditation. Ogden, UT.
Stress
Management Part I. (July 2005). Guest Speaker at an Ogden church group
(Community United Methodist Church). Presented basic principles of stress,
and methods of stress prevention and reduction. Ogden, UT,
Stress
Management. (June 2005). Guest Speaker at a Sandy church group (LDS Church).
Presented basic principles of stress, and methods of stress prevention and
reduction. Sandy, UT.
Stress Management. (April 2005). Guest Speaker
at a South Weber church group (LDS Church). Presented basic principles of
stress, and methods of stress prevention and reduction. South Weber, UT.
Goodbye to Stress. (March 2005). Guest speaker at Hill Air Force Base
Federal Women’s Program. Workshop to teach attendees relaxation techniques
and coping strategies. Hill Air Force Base, UT.
Managing Stress
through Meditation. (February 2005). Guest Speaker at a North Ogden church
group (LDS Church). Taught participants about stress reduction through
meditation and taught attendees how to meditate. North Ogden, UT.
Improving Wellness through Nutrition. (February, 2005). Guest Speaker at an
Ogden church group (LDS Church). Presented basic principles of nutrition and
weight control. Ogden, UT.
“Being Your Best Self.” (January 2005).
Guest Speaker for 2 sessions at the Weber High School Lifeskills conference
titled “Wellness and Healthy Lifeskills. Taught students various aspects of
wellness including stress management, exercise, and wellness. Pleasant View,
UT.
Stress Management. (October, 2004). Guest Speaker at a Hooper
church group (LDS Church). Presented basic principles of stress, and methods
of stress prevention and reduction. Hooper, UT.
Sharpening Your
Health Saw. (September 17, 2004). Guest Speaker at PacifiCorp corporate
offices. Presented basic principles of health and wellness including
exercise, nutrition, and stress management. Salt Lake City, Utah.
Sharpening your Health Saw. (September 13, 2004). Guest Speaker at
PacifiCorp corporate offices. Presented basic principles of health and
wellness including exercise, nutrition, and stress management. Salt Lake
City, Utah.
Stress Management. (August 2004). Guest Speaker at a
Plain City church group (LDS Church). Presented basic principles of stress
management along with techniques for increasing personal relaxation. Plain
City, UT,
Yoga Instruction (January 2004). Guest Instructor at a
North Ogden church group (LDS Church). Taught principles and methods of
stress management including deep relaxation to participants. North Ogden,
UT.
Yoga and Relaxation Instruction. (January 2004). Guest Instructor
at a North Ogden church group (LDS Church). Demonstrated and assisted
participants in an evening of yoga and deep relaxation. North Ogden, UT.
Drug Use Prevention. (2004 January). Guest Instructor at a North Ogden
church group (LDS Church). Focused on the dangers of drug use and methods
for drug use prevention. North Ogden, UT.
Improving Our Health
through Good Nutrition and Exercise. (2003 March). Guest Instructor at a
North Ogden church group (LDS Church). This class focused on improving our
health by enhancing our understanding of sound nutrition principles and
exercising aerobically. North Ogden, UT.
Stress Management. (February
2003). Guest Speaker at a Roy church group (LDS Church), Presented basic
principles of stress management along with techniques for increasing
personal relaxation. Roy, UT.
Yoga Instruction. (January 2003). Guest
Instructor at a North Ogden church group (LDS Church). Demonstrated and
assisted participants in an evening of yoga and deep relaxation. North
Ogden, UT.
Yoga Instructor. (Fall 2002); Instructed yoga classes
taught at the home office of Olpin Stress Management Consulting. North
Ogden, UT.
Getting Ourselves Trek Fit. (2002, March). Guest speaker
at a North Ogden church group (LDS Church). Presented class on how to get
physically fit through nutrition and exercise. North Ogden, UT.
Yoga
Instruction. (February 2002). Guest Speaker at a Roy church group (LDS
Church). Demonstrated and assisted participants in an evening of yoga and
deep relaxation. Roy, UT.
Stress Management. (June 2001). Guest
Speaker at an Ogden church group (LDS Church). Presented basic principles of
stress management along with techniques for increasing personal relaxation.
North Ogden, UT.
Prior to WSU
Developing Webpages Using Adobe PageMill. (September 1999). Seminar
Speaker; Concord College. Athens, WV.
Stress Management. (March 1999).
Workshop Speaker; Bonner Scholars, Athens, WV.
Stress Management Using
Effective Relaxation Techniques; (January 1999). Seminar Speaker; Princeton
Health and Fitness Center, Princeton, WV.
Stress Management Using
Effective Relaxation Techniques; (July 1998). Seminar Speaker; Princeton
Health and Fitness Center, Princeton, WV.
Eight Graders Health Fair.
(March 1998). Organized and coordinated health booths designed to give
health information to eighth graders at Athens Elementary School. Athens,
WV.
Fitness or fatness: It’s Your Call. (March 1998). Residential
Life Guest Speaker. Concord College. Athens, WV.
What’s Health
Education All About? (December 1997). Residential Life Guest Speaker.
Concord College. Athens, WV.
Fear and anger as key emotions toward
stress. (December 1997). Residential Life Guest Speaker. Concord College.
Athens, WV.
Stress Management. (November 1997). Bonner Scholars
Program Seminar. Concord College. Athens, WV.
Stress Management.
(August 1997). Guest speaker for the McNair Program. Presented Information
on managing stress, relaxation, and time management. Concord College.
Athens, WV.
Meditation Class. (July 1997). Instructed students from
health classes on meditation. Concord College. Athens, WV.
Stress
Management Class. (May 1997). Instructed basic principles of stress
management. West Virginia University Community Health Promotion Master’s
Degree Program. Charleston, WV.
Stress Management. (April 1997).
Guest speaker for the Honors Program. Presented Information on managing
stress, relaxation, and seated partner massage. Concord College. Athens, WV.
Eight Graders Health Fair. (March 1997). Organized and coordinated
health booths designed to give health information to eighth graders at
Athens Elementary School. Athens, WV.
Together through Diversity.
(February 1997). Guest Speaker for yearly series on religions around the
world. Concord College. Athens, WV.
Stress Management. (November
1996). Guest speaker in the Honors Program. Presented Information on
managing stress, relaxation, and time management skills. Concord College,
Athens, WV.
Time, Life, and Stress Management. (June 1996). Guest
speaker in Women’s Health, HED 441 course. Discussed strategies for optimum
time and life management along with techniques for decreasing stress levels
and inducing a relaxation response. Southern Illinois University,
Carbondale, IL.
Using the Internet as a Health Professional. (1996,
May). Guest speaker in using the Microcomputer to Enhance Health Education.
Taught students how to access good health information using the internet and
how to create their own home pages on the internet.
Presentations/Materials--HED 461 course. Southern Illinois University.
Carbondale, IL.
"Tobacco, Smoking, and Your Health." (April 1996).
Guest speaker in the Healthful Living--GEE 201 course. Presented Information
on the effects of smoking and tobacco use on health including heart and lung
disease to undergraduates. Southern Illinois University. Carbondale, IL.
Stress Management; (1996, April). Guest speaker in the Healthful
Living--GEE 201 course. Presented Information on managing stress,
relaxation, and time management skills. Southern Illinois University.
Carbondale, IL.
Stress Management. (February 1996). Guest speaker in
the Healthful Living--GEE 201 course. Presented Information on managing
stress. Southern Illinois University. Carbondale, IL.
Stress
Management. (February 1996). Guest speaker for a Carbondale church group
(RLDS Church). Presented basic principles of stress management along with
techniques for reducing stress. Carbondale, Illinois.
Stress
Management. (October and November 1995). Guest speaker in the Emotional
Health, HED 312 course. Presented basic principles of stress management
along with techniques for increasing individual relaxation. Southern
Illinois University. Carbondale, IL.
Research Methods. (October
1995). Guest speaker in the Emotional Health course--HED 312, Instructed
health education students on principles of research methods for health
educators. Southern Illinois University. Carbondale, IL.
Stress
Management. (September 1995). Guest speaker in the Healthful Living--GEE 201
course. Presented basic principles of stress management along with
techniques for increasing individual relaxation. Southern Illinois
University. Carbondale, IL.
Stress Management. (September 1995).
Guest speaker in the Healthful Living--GEE 201 course. Presented basic
principles of stress management along with techniques for increasing
individual relaxation Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL.
Stress Management. (September 1995). Guest speaker in the Healthful
Living--GEE 201 course. Presented basic principles of stress management
along with techniques for increasing individual relaxation Southern Illinois
University, Carbondale, IL.
"Operation Safe Kids." (1994, October).
Guest speaker on basic nutritional objectives for fourth graders of
Caruthers Elementary School. Murphysboro, IL.
"Operation Safe Kids."
(1994, October). Guest speaker on basic nutritional objectives for fourth
graders of Caruthers Elementary School. Murphysboro, IL.
"Managing
Your Weight through Correct Nutrition and Physical Activity." (July 1994).
Presented two 90-minute discussions to young adults at a Carbondale church
group (LDS Church). Carbondale, IL.
Stress Management. (June 1994).
Guest Speaker at a Carbondale church group (LDS Church). Presented basic
principles of stress management along with techniques for increasing
personal relaxation. Carbondale, IL.
Stress Management. (March 1994).
Guest speaker in the Fitness-Relaxation--GEE 102B course. Presented basic
principles of stress management along with techniques for increasing
personal relaxation. Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL.
Stress Management. (February 1994). Guest speaker at the Southern Illinois
Hospital Services. Presented basic principles of stress management along
with techniques for increasing personal relaxation. Carbondale, IL.
Stress Management. (June 1993). Guest Speaker for the Provo City Employees.
Presented basic principles of stress management along with techniques for
increasing personal relaxation. Provo Public Library. Provo, UT.
Stress Management; (September-May 1992-1993). Presented basic principles of
stress management along with techniques for increasing personal relaxation,
including yoga, meditation, imagery breathing exercises, and other methods
for reducing stress. Brigham Young University. Provo, UT.
Stress
Management. (April 1993). Guest Presenter for the Utah State Prison
Employees. Presented basic principles of stress management along with
techniques for increasing personal relaxation. Salt Lake City, UT.
Stress Management. (January 1993). Guest Speaker for a Brigham Young
University women’s group (LDS Church). Presented basic principles of stress
management along with techniques for increasing personal relaxation. Provo,
UT.
Special Honors or Awards
Nominated for the H. Aldous Dixon Award, WSU, 2014
Nominated for the Crystal Crest Award for outstanding achievements as a
teacher, WSU, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2010, 2012, 2013.
Nominated to speak at WSU’s Last Lecture symposium, 2004.
Nominated for Inclusion in Who's Who Among America's Teachers, 2002.
Nominated for West Virginia Teacher of the Year, 1998.
Eta Sigma Gamma, National Health Science Honorary, Alpha Alpha
Chapter, Southern Illinois University, October, 1994.
Phi Kappa Phi, National Honor Society, Degree with Honors, Brigham
Young University, June, 1993.
Committees & Leadership
WSU Stress Management Lab Director
(2006-present)
Health Promotion Program Director (Spring 2008 – Spring 2010,
2012-present)
I developed and maintain current the Health Promotion
Website, (including internship information)
(http://weber.edu/healthpromotion)
and our Health Promotion Facebook website (https://www.facebook.com/groups/150299180762/?fref=ts)
HPHP
Department Ranking Tenure Evaluation Committee Chair (2013-2014)
Moyes College of Education Ranking Tenure Evaluation Committee (2009-10,
2012-13)
University Ranking Tenure Evaluation Committee (2010-11)
Search Committee –
HPHP Department, Health Promotion Program Professor, (2012-13)
Search Committee –
Student Wellness Director (Fall 2012)
Interim
Department Co-chair (Summer & Fall Semesters, 2008)
BASICS Research Fund
Committee
Campus Student Wellness Committee – Weber State University
Chair-Search Committee–HPHP Department, 2 Health Promotion Program
Professors, (Spring 2008)
2009 HEDIR National Technology Award Selection
Committee
2008 HEDIR National Technology Award Selection Committee
2007 HEDIR National Technology Award Selection Committee
2006 HEDIR
National Technology Award Selection Committee
Faculty Senate – Weber
State University
Presidential Outstanding Staff Award Committee – Weber
State University
Research Service & Professional Growth (RSPG) Committee
- Weber State University
Academic Resource and Computing Committee (ARCC)
– Weber State University
College of Education Curriculum Committee
(COECC) – Weber State University
Educational Technology Committee -
College of Education, Weber State University
Council of Linkages – Utah
State committee on internships in Health Promotion
Search Committee –
HPHP Department, Health Promotion Program Professor, (Spring 2006)
Search
Committee – HPHP Department, Health Promotion Program Professor, (Spring 2003)
Chair - Search Committee - HPHP Dept. Student Advisor/Internship Director
(Summer 2001)
Search Committee - HPHP Dept. Instructor in Physical
Education, (Spring 2001)
Search Committee - New Faculty in the department
of HAS (Spring 2001)
West Virginia State Strategic Planning Committee for
Specific Criteria related to Health Education Curriculum
Concord College
Academic Policy Committee
Department of Education Computer Committee –
Concord College
Advising
Student Advisor for Health Promotion Majors & Minors
Internship
Supervisor for students who do internships in the Stress Relief Center
Master’s Degree Committee Member. Shelli Gough, Weber State University,
Communication Master’s Degree. 2012-13; Chad Myler, University of Utah,
Health Promotion Master's degree 2012-2013
MajorFest
Advisor; Assisted at the HPHP booth and helped potential majors learn about
the Health Promotion & Human Performance Department and programs, (November
3, 2004)
MajorFest Advisor; Assisted at the HPHP booth and helped
potential majors learn about the Health Promotion & Human Performance
Department and programs, (October 27, 2003)
Ph.D. Advisory Committee.
Maureen Johnson, Southern Illinois University Health Education. Gave
feedback on her Dissertation Project - Chill Out University Website. 2002-03
Master’s Degree Committee Member. Kim Rew, University of Utah Health
Promotion Master’s Degree. 2002-03
BIS Student Advisor: Ben Baker,
Lacey Lloyd, Valerie Wheeler, etc. (It's a really long list).
McNair
Scholar Mentor for Gil Catron, McNair Scholar. (Spring, 2002) Research
Study: Stress: Origins and Management Techniques Used Among College
Students.
McNair Scholar Mentor for Melissa Garretson, McNair
Scholar. (Summer, 1998) Research Study: The relationship between exercise
and feelings of well-being among women over 40 in rural West Virginia.
Reviewer
Mind/Body Health: The effects of attitudes, emotions, and relationships, 2nd
Edition by Karren, Hafen, Smith, and Frandsen. Reviewer of additional
chapter on nutrition prior to publication of 3rd Edition. (November 2004).
Managing Performance Stress. Sage Publications asked me to review this
text to assess for possible publication. (May, 2004).
Mind/Body Health:
The effects of attitudes, emotions, and relationships, 2nd Edition by
Karren, Hafen, Smith, and Frandsen. Reviewer prior to revisions for 3rd
Edition. (April 2004).
AAHPERD Research Consortium Reviewer (Summer,
2007)
AAHPERD Research Consortium Reviewer (Summer, 2003)
Comprehensive Stress Management. Eighth Edition. By Jerrold S. Greenberg.
Published by McGraw Hill.
Practical Stress Management: A
comprehensive workbook for managing change and promoting health. By Romas &
Sharma. Published by Allyn & Bacon.
Health of the Human Spirit:
Spiritual Dimensions for Personal Health, By B. L. Seaward (2001). Published
by Allyn & Bacon.
Access to Health 7th Edition, by Donatelle & Davis.
Published by Allyn & Bacon.
Health on the Horizon, by Teague,
Mackenzie, & Rosenthal. Published by McGraw Hill.
Research
Consortium Reviewer for Health. 1998 National AAHPERD Conference.
Contemporary Nutrition, 5th edition by Gordon M. Wardlaw. Published by Brown
& Benchmark. Reviewer for final revisions before publication.Coaching Experience
Concord College
Men's Tennis Team
Other Service
Coach: Youth baseball – boys age 5,
6, 7, 8, 9
Youth
basketball – boys age 7-16
Youth
soccer – boys age 7, 8
Youth
basketball – girls age 10-17
Skills
Extensive experience using and teaching computer
skills, including the internet, Macintosh, IBM, word processing, PowerPoint,
spreadsheets, databases, statistical packages, graphics, and newsletters.
Fluent in Spanish.
Experience coaching, playing, and refereeing most
sports. Athletically inclined.
Skilled at playing the piano and organ.
Other Professional Experience
Installment Loan Officer, Zion's First National
Bank, Regional Office, Provo, UT.
Installment Loans Collections Supervisor, Regional
Office, Collections Department, Zion's First National Bank, Regional Office,
Provo, UT.
Debt Collections Officer, First Security Bank,
Regional Office, Provo, UT.
Library Research Assistant, Provo
Public Library, Provo, UT
Professional Memberships
Utah Health Education Association (UHEA)
National Wellness Association (NWA)
American Alliance
for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD)
Association for the Advancement of Health Education
(AAHE)
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