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2019Research & Scholarly Activity Report1 College of Health & Human Services: Research & Scholarly Activity Report
VisionTo be an innovative leader in the student-centered, interprofessional, preparation of healthand human services professionals by providing students with an inclusive, communityengaged, and interdisciplinary academic experience.MissionWe prepare health and human services professionals who will work to improve the quality oflife in their communities and beyond.2 College of Health & Human Services: Research & Scholarly Activity Report
Message from the DeanOur newly implemented vision for the College of Healthand Human Services (CHHS) is to be an innovative leaderin the student-centered, interprofessional preparation ofhealth and human services professionals by providingstudents with an inclusive, community-engaged, andinterdisciplinary academic experience. One of ourstrategic goals that will help us realize this vision is toenhance the productivity of research and creative activityamong CHHS faculty and graduate students. As a result,we created this research portfolio to showcase theresearch and creative activities conducted by our facultyand students for our most recent complete calendar year,2019.Dr. Tania B. Basta, Dean of CHHSIn recent years, CHHS has increased internal resources for faculty, staff, and students tosupport and enhance their scholarly pursuits. Twenty-one faculty received internal CHHSawards in 2019, which resulted in twenty-four external proposals submitted and 992,236 infunding. Five faculty received internal WKU research funding that resulted in four externalproposals submitted and 157,476 of external funding. Further enhancing our commitmentto research, CHHS added the Center for Child Welfare Education and Research as its thirdinterdisciplinary applied-research center. The mission of CCWEAR is to support thedevelopment of child welfare professionals to serve Kentucky’s families and children. We arethrilled to have added CCWEAR to our existing research centers: The Center for AppliedScience in Health and Aging and the Center for Environmental and Workplace Health.Applied, interdisciplinary research and creative activity inform best practices in the health andhuman services fields and provide first-hand applied experience for our students.Undergraduate and graduate student involvement in research is a priority in our strategicplan. Likewise, in 2019, forty-seven students received internal support from CHHS and WKU.Many of our students have also co-authored presentations and peer-reviewed publicationswith our faculty, which are included in this portfolio.I am honored to work with faculty, staff and students who share my commitment to researchand creative activity. I hope you are impressed by the research and creative activity that wasconducted in CHHS in 2019, and that by reading this portfolio, you will find meaningfulconnections between your own interests and work being completed in CHHS! I encourageyou to reach out to our faculty if you are interested in learning more about their research andcreative activities.3 College of Health & Human Services: Research & Scholarly Activity Report
Table of ContentsReport Summary . 5Departments & Schools* . . 6Department of Applied Human SciencesDepartment of Communication Sciences and DisordersDepartment of Physical TherapyDepartment of Public HealthDepartment of Social WorkSchool of Kinesiology, Recreation, and SportSchool of Nursing and Allied HealthResearch Centers & Service Units* 17South Central Kentucky Area Health Education Center (AHEC)Center for Environmental and Workplace HealthCenter for Applied Science in Health and AgingCenter for Child Welfare Education and ResearchFaculty Research & Scholarship . . 20Presentations & PublicationsAwarded Grants: Intramural & ExtramuralStudent Research & Scholarship . 43Student Intramural GrantsDoctorate Program Student ProjectsTheses & Dissertations*material gathered from the WKU Undergraduate and Graduate Catalogs 2020-20214 College of Health & Human Services: Research & Scholarly Activity Report
Report SummaryGrants Awarded in Fiscal Year 2019Extramural 1,474,374Intramural (RCAP & QTAG) 87,449Total 1,536,823Departments& SchoolsAHSCSDPTPHSWKRSSONAHTotalPublications for Calendar Year 2019# of Publicationsinvolving StudentAuthors*1119210125# of PublicationsInvolving Faculty# of Different JournalsInvolving Faculty7351512311184323121019655*works in which student authors included a faculty member on their work.Due to collaboration across departments/schools, final total may not match combined department/school total.5 College of Health & Human Services: Research & Scholarly Activity Report
Departments & SchoolsDepartment of Applied Human Sciences (AHS)Travis Wilson, M.Arch. - Department HeadUndergraduateDegreesFamily and Consumer Sciences, Bachelor of ScienceHospitality Management and Dietetics, Bachelor of ScienceInterior Design and Fashion Merchandising, Bachelor of ScienceMinorsChild Studies, MinorFamily Studies, MinorMeeting and Convention Planning, MinorCertificatesEarly Childhood Education Director CertificateFamily Home Visiting, CertificateGraduateChild and Family Studies, Master of ScienceDietetic Practice, CertificateProfessorDanita M. Kelley PhD (Nutritional Science), University of Kentucky, 1994Associate ProfessorDora Babb PhD (Human Environmental Sciences, Human Development & Family Science),Oklahoma State University, 2010Darbi J. Haynes-Lawrence PhD (Special Education), Indiana University-Bloomington, 1998Karen G. Mason PhD (Nutritional Science), University of Kentucky, 2002Heather M. Payne-Emerson PhD (Nutritional Science), University of Kentucky, 2010Doris A. Sikora PhD (Human Ecology), University of Tennessee, Knoxville, 1997Adam R. West PhD (Human Development & Family Science), University of Texas at Austin, 2013Travis K. Wilson M.Arch (Architecture), University of Oklahoma Norman, 1998Assistant ProfessorCarolyn Cox PhD (Textile & Apparel Management), University of Missouri-Columbia, 1999Ann E. Embry PhD (Hospitality Management), Iowa State University, 2017Yuan Fang PhD (Design), North Carolina State University, 2017Soyeon Kim PhD (Hospitality Management), Ohio State University, 2013Qingfang Song PhD (Developmental Psychology), Cornell University, 2016Visiting Assistant ProfessorFatemeh Soltani PhD (Health Leisure & Human Perf), Oklahoma State University, 2015Instructor IDeborah C. Shivel MA (Textiles and Clothing), University of Kentucky, 1987Jane H. Simmons MS, Western Kentucky University, 19776 College of Health & Human Services: Research & Scholarly Activity Report
Instructor IISheila S. Flener MA (Art (Creative)), University of Louisville, 2007Julie K. Lee MBA, University of Cincinnati, 2002Accreditationo Nutrition & Dietetic Undergraduate and Graduate programs: Accreditation Council forEducation in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), 2016 – 2024o Early Childhood Education Associate Degree: National Association for the Education ofYoung Children (NAEYC), 2017 – 2024o Interior Design: National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD), 2015-20247 College of Health & Human Services: Research & Scholarly Activity Report
Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD)Richard Dressler, PhD, CCC-SLP – Department ChairUndergraduateDegreeCommunication Disorders, Bachelor of ScienceMinorAmerican Sign Language Studies, MinorCertificateDeaf Studies, CertificateGraduateSpeech-Language Pathology, Master of ScienceProfessorJean Neils-Strunjas PhD (Communication Sciences), Case Western Reserve University, 1984Associate ProfessorLauren E. Bland PhD (Communication Disorders), University of Cincinnati, 1995Barbara R. Brindle PhD (Education, Speech Pathology & Audiology), University of Virginia, 1994Richard A. Dressler PhD (Audiology & Speech Pathology), University of Memphis, 2001Jo L. Shackelford EdD (Educational Leadership, Postsecondary Leadership), Western KentuckyUniversity, 2012Assistant ProfessorAshley C. Fox PhD (Educational Leadership & Organizational Development), University ofLouisville, 2010Kimberly J. Green EdD (Educational Leadership, Postsecondary Leadership), Western KentuckyUniversity, 2015Brian K. Weiler MS (Hearing & Speech Sciences), Vanderbilt University, 2007Brittney R. Vickous MS, Western Kentucky University, 2011Jeffrey A. Barefoot AUD (Audiology), A T Still University of Health Science, 2013Courtney A. Hatcher PhD (Rehabilitation Sciences), University of Kentucky, 2017Leisa S. Hutchison MSED (Special Education, Speech & Communication Disorders), University ofKentucky, 1986Leigh A. Roden-Carrier EdD (Educational Leadership, P-12 Leadership), Western KentuckyUniversity, 2011Instructor IHolly B. Bryant MAE (Counseling), Western Kentucky University, 2015Instructor IIJanice C. Smith PhD (Rehabilitation Sciences), University of Kentucky, 2015Accreditationo Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology: The Council on Academic Accreditation inAudiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-HearingAssociation, 2014-20228 College of Health & Human Services: Research & Scholarly Activity Report
Department of Physical Therapy (PT)Beth Norris, PhD, PT, OCS – Department ChairGraduatePhysical Therapy, Doctor of Physical TherapyAssociate ProfessorKurt R. Neelly PhD (Education), University of Kansas Medical Center, 2002Elizabeth S. Norris PhD (Health Sciences), Seton Hall University, 2003Sonia N. Young EdD (Educational Leadership), University of the Cumberlands, 2013Assistant ProfessorDavid L. Bell DPT University of Kentucky, 2012Karen E. Furgal DPT (Physical Therapy), SUNY at Stony Brook, 2008Michael W. Kennedy DPT (Physical Therapy), University of Kentucky, 2012AccreditationoThe Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 2015-20219 College of Health & Human Services: Research & Scholarly Activity Report
Department of Public Health (PH)William Mkanta, PhD – Department HeadUndergraduateDegreesEnvironmental and Occupational Health Science, Bachelor of ScienceHealth Care Administration, Bachelor of ScienceHealth Information Management, Bachelor of ScienceHealth Sciences, Bachelor of SciencePublic Health, Bachelor of ScienceMinorHealth Care Administration, MinorCertificatesEnvironmental Health, CertificateHealth Education and Promotion, CertificateHealth Informatics, CertificateLong-Term Care Administration, CertificateOccupational Safety & Health, CertificatePublic Health, CertificateWorksite Health Promotion, CertificateGraduateEnvironmental and Occupational Health Science, Master of ScienceEnvironmental Health and Safety, CertificateGlobal Health Administration, CertificateHealth Administration, Master of Health AdministrationHealth Education, CertificatePublic Health, Master of Public HealthWorkplace Health Promotion, CertificateProfessorGrace K. Lartey PhD (Health Education), University of Toledo, 2006William N. Mkanta PhD (Health Services Research), University of Florida, 2005Ritchie D. Taylor PhD (Environmental Science), University of North Texas, 2002Cecilia M. Watkins PhD (Human Ecology, Community Health), University of Tennessee,Knoxville, 2000Associate ProfessorGregory E. Ellis-Griffith PhD (Administration/Health Services), University of Alabama atBirmingham, 2010Gary M. English PhD (Health PE & Recreation), University of New Mexico Main Campus, 1988Marilyn M. Gardner PhD (Health Ed Promotion), The University of Alabama, 1999Janice R. Hunt-Shepherd MHA (Health Administration), Western Kentucky University, 2005Gretchen M. Macy EdD (Kinesiology & Health Promotion), University of Kentucky, 201210 College of Health & Human Services: Research & Scholarly Activity Report
Assistant ProfessorAbeer D. Alamri PhD (Healthcare Ethics), Duquesne University, 2016Xiuhua Ding PhD (Epidemiology & Biostatistics), University of Kentucky, 2016Colin Farrell PhD (Medical Sociology), University of Alabama at Birmingham, 2010Michelle C. Reece PhD (Public Health), East Tennessee State University, 2014Edrisa Sanyang PhD, University of Iowa, 2016InstructorSusan S. Eagle PhD (Anthropology), Tulane University, 2005Instructor IJacqueline R. Basham MPH (Public Health, Environmental Health), Western Kentucky University,2015Pamela A. Chandler MED (Education), Indiana Wesleyan University, 2008Melanie D. Eaton MBA (Business Administration), Western Kentucky University, 2003Nadia F. Houchens BD, Foreign College/University, 2014Jae J. Kim MS (Health), Western Kentucky University, 1987Roberta D. Pope MS, University of Illinois at Chicago, 2012Accreditationo Bachelor of Science & Master of Public Health: Council on Education for Public Health, 20162023o Health Information Management: Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics andInformation Management, 2016-2026o Health Care Administration: AUPHA certified Association of University Programs in HealthAdministration, 2019- 2022, & National Association of Long-term Care Administrators Boards(NAB), 2019- 2025o Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences: National Environmental Health Science andProtection Accreditation Council, 2020-202611 College of Health & Human Services: Research & Scholarly Activity Report
Department of Social Work (SW)Patricia Desrosiers, PhD, LCSW – Department HeadUndergraduateDegreeSocial Work, Bachelor of Social WorkMinorSocial Work, MinorGraduateSocial Work, Master of Social WorkProfessorAmy C. Cappiccie PhD (Social Work), University of Louisville, 2006Wesley J. Gabbard PhD (Social Work), The University of Alabama, 2004James D. May EdD (Personnel Services, Higher Education), University of Memphis, 1990Saundra H. Starks EdD (Counseling & Personnel Services, Counseling Psychology), University ofLouisville, 1999Dana J. Sullivan PhD (Social Work), University of Louisville, 2003Associate ProfessorPatricia L. Desrosiers PhD (Social Work), University of Louisville, 2009Simon P. Funge PhD (Social Welfare), University of California-Los Angeles, 2013Gayle M. Mallinger PhD (Social Work), University of Pitts Pittsburgh Camp, 2010Larry W. Owens EdD (Leadership Education), Spalding University, 2007Assistant ProfessorAustin G. Griffiths PhD, University of Kentucky, 2017Whitney R. Harper PhD (Human Devl and Family Studies), Michigan State University, 2015April L. Murphy PhD (Social Work), University of Louisville, 2012LecturerDaniel A. Boamah MS (Social Work), University of Louisville, 2009Instructor IAllison Gibson MSSW (Social Work), University of Louisville, 2005Kellye M. McIntyre MSW (Social Work), Western Kentucky University, 2003Erin T. Warfel MSW (Social Work), Bryn Mawr College, 2001Accreditationo Council on Social Work Education Accreditation, 2018 – 202612 College of Health & Human Services: Research & Scholarly Activity Report
School of Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport (KRS)Ron Ramsing, PhD – School DirectorUndergraduateDegreesExercise Science, Bachelor of SciencePhysical Education, Bachelor of ScienceRecreation Administration, Bachelor of ScienceSport Management, Bachelor of ScienceMinorsAthletic Coaching, MinorFacility and Event Management, MinorNonprofit Administration, MinorOutdoor Experience Leadership, MinorTourism, MinorGraduateFacility and Event Management, CertificateIntercollegiate Athletic Administration, CertificateKinesiology, Master of ScienceNonprofit Administration, CertificateRecreation and Sport Administration, Master of ScienceProfessorFred W. Gibson PhD (Educational Leadership & Organizational Development), University ofLouisville, 2004Thomas S. Lyons PhD (Human Performance), The University of Alabama, 2003Raymond A. Poff PhD (Leisure Behavior), Indiana University-Bloomington, 2001Ronald D. Ramsing PhD (Parks, Recreation, & Tourism), University of Utah, 2005Associate ProfessorScott W. Arnett PhD (Exercise Science), University of Georgia, 2007Kenneth J. Crandall PhD (Exercise & Sport Science), University of Utah, 2004Keri A. Esslinger PhD (Kinesiology), University of Arkansas Main Campus, 2010Tricia A. Jordan PhD (Educational Leadership & Organizational Development), University ofLouisville, 2009Evelyn M. Oregon PhD (Kinesiology), Michigan State University, 2013Mark A. Schafer PhD (Health & Physical Activity, Exercise Physio Clin Res Trac), University ofPitts Pittsburgh Camp, 2007Tammie L. Stenger-Ramsey EdD (Applied Educational Studies), Oklahoma State University MainCampus, 2001Paula A. Upright PhD (Educational Leadership & Organizational Development), University ofLouisville, 200913 College of Health & Human Services: Research & Scholarly Activity Report
Assistant ProfessorKayla M. Baker PhD (Education), University of Central Florida, 2019Francis T. Esslinger PhD (Kinesiology), University of Arkansas Main Campus, 2011Stacey A. Forsythe EdD (Educational Leadership), Western Kentucky University, 2015Eric G. Knackmuhs PhD (Leisure Behavior), Indiana University-Bloomington, 2017Allie E. McCreary PhD (Parks, Recreation, and Tourism), North Carolina State University, 2017Brian S. Myers PhD (Phys Ed: Special Phys Education), Eastern Michigan University, 2019Thomas B. Stinnett PhD (Educational Leadership and Organizational Development), University ofLouisville, 2013Whitley J. Stone PhD (Health Sciences), Middle Tennessee State University, 2017Rachel A. Tinius PhD (Movement Science), Washington University, 2015Danilo V. Tolusso PhD (Human Performance), The University of Alabama, 2019Pedagogical Assistant ProfessorSarah L. Herrick PhD (Physical Education), Springfield College, 2016Terry L. Obee MS (Recreation & Sport Administration, Athletic Administration & Coaching),Western Kentucky University, 2012Instructor ITracy Lane MED (General Education), Auburn University at Montgomery, 1994Accreditationo Recreation Administration: Council on Accreditation of Parks, Recreation, Tourism andRelated Professions (COAPRT), 2015-202214 College of Health & Human Services: Research & Scholarly Activity Report
School of Nursing and Allied Health (SONAH)Mary Bennett, DNS – School DirectorUndergraduateDegreesDental Hygiene (Associate of Science)Dental Hygiene, Bachelor of ScienceNursing, Associate of Science in NursingNursing, Bachelor of Science in NursingGraduateFamily Nurse Practitioner, Post-MSN CertificateNursing Practice, Doctor of Nursing PracticeNursing, Master of Science in NursingPsychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Post-MSN CertificateProfessorCathy H. Abell PhD (Educational Leadership & Organizational Development), University ofLouisville, 2009Mary P. Bennett DNS (Doctoral Nursing, Medical Nursing), Rush University, 1997Crista L. Briggs EdD (Instructional Technology/Education Studies, Instructional Technology),University of Tennessee, Knoxville, 2004Maria E. Main DNP (Nursing Practice), University of Kentucky, 2010Lizbeth P. Sturgeon PhD (Nursing), University of Kentucky, 2012Dawn G. Wright PhD (Nursing Science), Vanderbilt University, 2008Associate ProfessorCarol W. Evans DPN (Nursing), Western Kentucky University, 2015Lori J. Alexander DNP (Nursing Practice), Western Kentucky University, 2016Tonya M. Bragg-Underwood DNP (Nursing Practice, MSN to DNP), Western KentuckyUniversity, 2014Mary L. Branstetter DNP (Nursing Practice, Post Master Science in Nursing), University ofKentucky, 2011Barbara C. Bush MSED (Clinical and College Teaching), University of Kentucky, 1986Terry R. Dean DMD (Dentistry), University of Louisville, 1990Joseph W. Evans DDS (Dentistry), Meharry Medical College, 2003Mary K. Green MSN, Vanderbilt University, 2000Kimberly W. Harris MSN (Nursing), Bellarmine University, 1994Sonya L. House EdD (Education Leadership), Western Kentucky University, 2013Sherry M. Lovan PhD (Educational Leadership and Organizational Development), University ofLouisville, 2009Lora W. Moore DNP (Nursing Practice), Western Kentucky University, 201515 College of Health & Human Services: Research & Scholarly Activity Report
Assistant ProfessorMaire M. Blankenship DNP, Western Kentucky University, 2014Elizabeth A. Groves DNP (Nursing Practice), Western Kentucky University, 2019Kara S. Haughtigan DNP (Nursing Practice), Western Kentucky University, 2016Kimberly A. Link DNP, Western Kentucky University, 2016Marian R. Smith DNP (Advanced Practice), University of Southern Indiana, 2012Melissa K. Travelsted DNP (Nursing Practice), Western Kentucky University, 2014Kim Y. Vickous EdD (Educational Leadership, Organizational Leadership), Western KentuckyUniversity, 2015Clinical Assistant ProfessorMark W. Flener MSN (Nursing, Nursing Educator), Gonzaga University, 2016Clinical Associate ProfessorAudrey S. Cornell PhD (Educational Leadership and Organizational Development), University ofLouisville, 2010Lori K. Fox MSN (Nursing), Western Kentucky University, 2001Neena W. Jones PhD (Education/Educational Technology), Walden University, 2019Instructor IKimberly M. Bourne MSN (Nursing (RN to BSN)), Western Kentucky University, 2012William S. Cole MSN (Nursing, Nursing Educator), Western Kentucky University, 2010Synthia L. Frank MSN (Nursing), Western Kentucky University, 2018Tracy L. Jenkins DNP (Nursing), Western Kentucky University, 2020Leanna Miller DNP (Nursing Practice), Western Kentucky University, 2016Miranda D. Peterson DNP (Nursing Practice), Northern Kentucky University, 2016Rhonda B. Quenzer MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC (Nursing, Nursing Educator), Western KentuckyUniversity, 2016Dianna L. Ransdell MAE (Adult Education), Western Kentucky University, 2014Talitha W. Richards MSN (Nursing, Nurse Educator), Western Kentucky University, 2015Heather J. Scarborough MS (Nursing), Western Kentucky University, 2013Kelly A. Watson MSN (Nursing), Western Kentucky University, 2016Lindsay S. Wheat MSN (Nursing, Nursing Educator), Western Kentucky University, 2014Diana Wooden DNP, Western Kentucky University, 2018Instructor IIChristy DeHay MSN, University of Missouri - Kansas City, 2013Chandra C. Ellis-Griffith MSN (Nursing), University of Alabama at Birmingham, 2011Deanna L. Hanson MSN (Nursing), Western Kentucky University, 2005Wendi J. Hulsey MDH (Dental Hygiene), University of Tennessee, Memphis, 2010Vickie L. Shoumake MSN (Nursing, Nurse Educator), Western Kentucky University, 2011Accreditationo Dental Hygiene: Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), 2019-2027o Baccalaureate Degree Program in Nursing; Post-Graduate APRN Certificate Program;Master’s Degree Program in Nursing; Doctor of Nursing Practice Program: CCNECommission on the Collegiate Nursing Education, 2017-2027o LPN to ASN program: ACEN Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, 2015-202316 College of Health & Human Services: Research & Scholarly Activity Report
Research Centers & Service UnitsSouth Central Kentucky Area Health Education Center (AHEC)Catherine Malin – DirectorEmail: Catherine.Malin@wku.eduPhone: 270-745-3325Website: http://www.wku.edu/scahecThe mission of the Kentucky AHEC is to promote healthy communities through innovativeeducational partnerships. This is accomplished by providing the following educational supportservices to health professions students and health care providers; community health education; andprograms that encourage health professions as a career choice.The South Central AHEC is affiliated with the University of Louisville, School of Medicine incooperation with WKU’s College of Health and Human Services. Programming for WKU studentsincludes:o MCAT Prep Advantage - a program for pre-med students that combines online MCAT prep,shadowing, mock interviews, and personal statement review.o Mock interviews and personal statement reviews for all health and pre-health professionstudents.o Student Internships – Undergraduate and graduateo AHEC Scholars – A two year, advanced-learning program which prepares health professionstudents to be leaders in their field. Throughout the program, students collaborate acrosshealth disciplines and geographic regions as they prepare to practice in the ever-evolvinghealthcare field. This is a national program conducted by all AHECs and funded by the HealthResources Services Administration.o Bridging the Gap Medical Interpreter Training Program – A 40-hour course offered severaltimes a year that prepares students to provide medical interpreting services.o WKU-AHEC Student Rural Health Association (SRHA) – A student organization for studentsinterested in rural health.o Greenview Shadowing Program – A semester- long program for students interested inshadowing healthcare professionals at the hospital.o State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) – This class prepared students to take the written andskills test to become a SRNA which can lead to employment in long term care facilities andacute care hospitals.o Opportunities to enhance cultural competency by working with Old Order Mennonitecommunities and New Americans.o South Central AHEC also houses the WKU Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) TrainingCenter. The mission of the WKU CPR training center is dedicated to upholding the standardof the American Heart Association in accountability for instructors as well as excellentclassroom training for the campus and the community. Classes are available to all faculty andstaff, as well as anyone in the public. The types of classes available include HealthcareProvider, Heartsaver First Aid and CPR, Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid and CPR, andinstructor courses for all disciplines.17 College of Health & Human Services: Research & Scholarly Activity Report
Center for Environmental and Workplace Health (CEWH)Dr. Ritchie Taylor, DirectorEmail: Ritchie.Taylor@wku.eduPhone: 270-745-8975Website: https://www.wku.edu/cewh/The mission of CEWH is to address environmental, occupational, and workplace health and safetyissues through innovative education, research, partnerships, and service.Objectives of the Center: Promote research, creativity, and scholarly activity by faculty and students. Prepare students for lifelong learning and success. Enhance the diversity and international profile of faculty, staff, and student populations. Expand WKU’s economic impact on the region through student, faculty, and staffengagement.The CEWH serves to address environmental, occupational, and workplace safety and health researchin the region. CEWH engages faculty, staff, and students through innovative research that enhanceseducation, partnerships, and service offered by CHHS. CEWH brings together disciplines throughoutCHHS and WKU to improve the health of the community and workers by understanding the risksand conditions associated with environmental and occupational diseases and injuries, to exploremethods for reducing risks and for preventing or minimizing exposure to hazardous conditions in theenvironment and workplace, and to translate significant scientific findings into prevention practices,products, and innovations that will effectively reduce environmental and work-related hazards,illnesses, and injuries.Center for Applied Science in Health and Aging (CASHA)Dr. Jason Crandall – Co-DirectorDr. Matthew Shake – Co-DirectorEmail: Jason.Crandall@wku.edu Matthew.Shake@wku.eduPhone: 270-745-2077 270-745-3918Website: https://www.wku.edu/casha/CASHA was created in CHHS to engage in rigorous research to promote health, vitality, and humanpotential in the aging community through innovative education, research, partnerships, and service.CASHA will collaborate with community organizations and university partners to identify andaddress needs in the aging community. Findings will inform research, policy, practice, and programdevelopment. CASHA will integrate disciplinary perspectives in physical activity, health, humandevelopment, and cognitive psychology to optimize human potential. In addition, CASHA seeks todevelop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions of emerging scholars and practitioners by providingexperiential and developmental learning opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students.18 College of Health & Human Services: Research & Scholarly Activity Report
WKU Center for Child Welfare Education and Research (CCWEAR)Dr. Austin Griffiths - DirectorEmail: Austin.Griffiths@wku.eduPhone: 270-745-2676Website: https://www.wku.edu/childwelfare/CCWEAR was established in CHHS as an applied research center designed to utilizemultidisciplinary partnerships and collaborations to positively impact Kentucky’s childrenand families through research, grants, and education. The Center will build on partnershipswith statewide constituents to provide best practices in child welfare education. CCWEARwill engage in child welfare research and grant activities that promote and support effectivepractice interventions with Kentucky’s children and families.19 College of Health & Human Services: Research & Scholarly Activity Report
Faculty Research & ScholarshipPresentationsCalendar Year 20191Abell, C. & Main, M. E. (2019). Preparing Nursing Faculty for Accreditation Visit: ProfessionalDevelopment and “Tuesday Tips.” Poster presentation at Kentucky League for Nursing AnnualConference. Louisville, KY.2Abell, C. H. (2019). Job Satisfaction of Nursing Home Administrators. Southern GerontologyAssociation 40th Annual Conference. Sandestin, FL.3*Allen, A., *Smith, E., Hill, E., Ramsing, R. (2019). Medical specialty camps: Camper andparent perceptions using the ACA Youth Outcomes Battery. Poster Presentation. American CampAssociation. Nashville, TN.4*Apelt, E.B., Neils-Strunjas, J., Crandall, K.J., Weiler, B., Gabbard, A. (2019). Reliability andvalidity of an assessment of engagement during Bingocize . Kentucky Rural Health AssociationConference, Bowling Green, KY.5*Arpan Sheth & Xiuhua Ding. (2019). Cholestasis as High Risk in Pregnancy. CHHS ResearchWeek.6*Arpan Sheth & Xiuhua Ding. (2019). Cholestasis as High Risk in Pregnancy. The 49th AnnualWKU Student
Doctorate Program Student Projects . . Kurt R. Neelly PhD (Education), University of Kansas Medical Center, 2002 . Elizabeth S. Norris PhD (Health Sciences), Seton Hall University, 2003 . Sonia N. Young EdD (Educational Leadership), University of the Cumberlands, 2013 . Assistant Professor ; David L. Bell DPT University of Kentucky, 2012 .
