College of Health Sciences
Administrative Officers
| Title/Department | Officer |
|---|---|
| Interim Dean | Emily A. Roper, Ph.D. ear007@shsu.edu; (936) 294-2395 |
| Associate Dean | Ryan K. Zapalac, Ph.D. rzapalac@shsu.edu; (936) 294-2392 |
| Associate Dean | Jennifer A. Bunn, Ph.D. jab229@shsu.edu; (936) 294-2393 |
| Interim Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) | Christine G. Cardinal, Ph.D. cxc107@shsu.edu; (936) 294-2735 |
| Department of Family and Consumer Sciences | Ronald L. Reed, M.S., Chair rlr054@shsu.edu; (936) 294-1242 |
| Department of Kinesiology | Jennifer Didier, Ph.D., Interim Chair jennifer.didier@shsu.edu; (936) 294-1398 |
| Department of Population Health | Ray G. Newman, Ph.D., Chair rgn006@shsu.edu; (936) 294-2736 |
| School of Nursing | Devon M. Berry, Ph.D., Director devonmberry@shsu.edu; (936) 202-5116 |
Mission
The College of Health Sciences collaborates with community and global partners to advance knowledge and practice to inspire the lifelong pursuit of health and well-being.
Vision
The College seeks to empower society to cultivate the enduring health of individuals and communities.
Graduates will be prepared to succeed in their chosen health profession through mastery of the appropriate knowledge and skills, a well-developed sense of professionalism, and a strong commitment to promoting health and providing quality care.
Core Values
Teamwork: Engage in active participation to foster an environment of shared responsibility.
Outreach: Serve the current and future needs of individuals, families, and communities.
Excellence: Strive for the highest standards and quality in all that we do.
Diversity: Embrace our differences to ensure each unique voice is encouraged and valued.
Curiosity: Nurture innovation/creativity through consumption, creation, and dissemination of knowledge.
Entrepreneurism: Welcome risk-taking and view failure as an opportunity for discovery.
Contact Information
Main Office: (936) 294-2301
Website
College of Health Sciences
Master's Degrees
| Departments | Programs |
|---|---|
| Family and Consumer Sciences | Dietetics, M.S. |
| Kinesiology | Athletic Training, M.S.A.T. (as of Summer 2021) |
| Kinesiology | Kinesiology, M.S. (Sport and Human Performance) |
| Kinesiology | Sport Management, M.S. |
| Population Health | Public Health, M.P.H. |
| Population Health | Health Care Quality and Safety, M.S. |
Certificates
| Departments | Programs |
|---|---|
| Population Health | Health Care Quality and Safety |
